APEC MDU-Titan – 5-Axis Gantry Machining Center for CFRP & Other High Temperature Superalloys

Mdu-Titan

The APEC MDU-Titan Series is a 5-axis high-torque gantry machining center equipped with an HSK-100A spindle delivering up to 6,000 rpm, purpose-built for carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), superalloys, and high-temperature alloys. Its one-piece U-shaped casting with force-flow structural design maximizes rigidity and stability, ensuring precision under the heaviest cutting forces. Engineered for aerospace and automotive manufacturers, the MDU-Titan enables efficient machining of critical composite and alloy components where lightweight strength, performance, and accuracy are non-negotiable. Competing bridge mills such as Johnford are similar but cannot match the MDU-Titan’s balance of torque, rigidity, and CFRP-focused machining performance.

Benefits for Metal Cutting Manufacturers

The MDU-Titan delivers measurable value for manufacturers producing CFRP and alloy components. Aerospace and automotive primes, along with their tier suppliers, benefit from cycle time reduction, high accuracy, ultra-fine surface finishes, and reliable long-term stability. Customers in turn gain lighter, stronger, and safer end-products — from fuel-efficient aircraft to next-generation EVs.

  • Stability and rigidity ensure reliable machining of CFRP and alloys without deflection or delamination
  • High accuracy and surface finish improve aerodynamic efficiency and structural fit of aerospace and automotive parts
  • Reduced cycle times with torque-heavy cutting and advanced chip evacuation
  • Reliability and reproducibility for volume production of CFRP structures and high-temperature alloy parts
  • Solutions tailored to composites, including dust management, coolant delivery, and modular head exchange for flexible cutting

Key Features

  • HSK-100A high-torque spindle (6,000 rpm) optimized for CFRP and superalloy machining
  • U-shaped force flow structure for maximum rigidity, distributing cutting forces efficiently
  • Precision ball screw drives on X/Y/W axes for low noise, high acceleration, and stable positioning
  • Fully enclosed splash guard with CFRP dust containment and chip evacuation system
  • Integrated coolant and air systems designed to protect both composite and alloy part integrity
  • Head exchange capability for switching between CFRP tooling, superalloy cutters, and finishing heads
  • 5-axis CNC controls (Heidenhain/Siemens) with tool center point management and calibration cycles
  • Linear motor technology enabling smooth contouring and high-accuracy simultaneous 5-axis machining

Ideal Cutting Applications

Aerospace

  • Wings & fuselage: spars, ribs, bulkheads, skins, panels, and frames
  • Engines: fan cases, turbine housings, and high-temperature alloy casings
  • Landing gear: struts, fittings, and bogie beams

Automotive

  • Structural & chassis parts: chassis, subframes, roof frames, door sills
  • Body panels & aero parts: hoods, bumpers, spoilers
  • Performance & safety components: CFRP wheels, drive shafts, suspension arms, battery enclosures

These applications leverage CFRP’s high strength, stiffness, and lightweight properties, resulting in improved performance, fuel efficiency, and safety across both aerospace and automotive industries.

Specifications

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X-Axis

165.35″

Y-Axis

110.24″

Z-Axis

39.37″

Distance from Spindle End to Table

13.78-53.15″(Vertical)
24.41-63.78″(Horizontal)

Table Size (LxW)

157.48 × 81.10:17, 637.5 lbs.

Rapid Traverse

X/Y=65.62′, W= 39.37’/min

Spindle Taper

HSK-100A

Spindle Power

(S1/S6) 49.57 HP

Spindle Torque (S1/S6)

737.56 ft. lbs.

Tool Shank

32T pieces

Max Tool Length

13.78″

Max Tool Diameter with Adjacent Tool

Ø4.92″

Max. Tool Diameter without Adjacent Tool

Ø9.84″

Weight

44093 lbs.