APEC HS Series — HS-700 & HS-1400 5-Axis Horizontal Machining Centers

The APEC HS Series 5-axis horizontal machining centers are engineered to handle a wide spectrum of aerospace machining challenges, from high-speed aluminum structures to heavy-duty nickel alloy and titanium components. With reinforced T-structure bases, advanced cooling systems, and high-performance spindles, the HS 700 and HS 1400 deliver stability, accuracy, and flexibility for manufacturers seeking reliable aerospace production solutions.

Compare the HS700 and HS1400

Benefits of the HS-1400 for Metal Cutting Manufacturers

  • Heavy-duty machining power with HSK100T spindle delivering up to 302 Nm torque.
  • Stability & rigidity from a double-wall column, ribbed T-structure base, and 45° saddle design.
  • Accuracy & repeatability with optical scale feedback and direct-drive torque motors.
  • Cycle time efficiency with wide-angle head design that reduces multiple setups.
  • Dependability under load supported by 3,200 kg rotary table capacity, thermal stability, and robust cooling.

Key Features of the HS-700

  • Ø650 mm trunnion rotary table, 350 kg load capacity.
  • HSK63A spindle, 24,000 rpm, 35–42 kW, up to 67 Nm torque.
  • Tool capacity up to 240 tools, handling max Ø130 mm, 8 kg per tool.
  • Rapid traverse: 60 m/min on all linear axes.
  • Inverted machining design for supreme chip evacuation.
  • Multi-Pallet Pool (MPP) expandable to 18 pallets (600 × 600 mm).
  • Direct-drive rotary axes for backlash-free contouring.

Key Features of the HS-1400

  • Ø1,250 mm heavy-duty rotary table, 3,200 kg load capacity.
  • HSK100T spindle, 12,000 rpm, 50–76 kW, up to 302 Nm torque.
  • 40-tool ATC standard (expandable), up to Ø250 mm, 25 kg, 450 mm tools.
  • Rapid traverse: 50 m/min on all linear axes.
  • Single-axis heavy-duty head with high clamping torque.
  • Double-wall column and rib-reinforced base for thermal stability.
  • Direct-drive torque motor rotary table with ±360° rotation, 15,000 Nm clamping torque.

Ideal Cutting Applications for the HS-700

  • Aluminum aerospace structures: wings, fuselage panels, spars, ribs, bulkheads, frames, and stiffeners.
  • Thin-wall and complex aluminum parts requiring stability and accuracy.
  • Multi-face aluminum aerospace machining with automation.

Ideal Cutting Applications for the HS-1400

  • Aerospace engine components: turbine cases, blisks, shafts, and mounts.
  • Large aerospace structures: fuselage frames, bulkheads, landing gear supports.
  • Titanium and Inconel parts requiring high torque and rigidity.
  • Energy sector parts: turbine housings, pump casings, and large superalloy components.

Specifications

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Specification
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X-Axis

27.95″

Y-Axis

35.83″

Z-Axis

31.89″

Feedrate

XYZ=196.85 ft./min

Table Size ( Diameter )

Ø25.59″

Max Processing Diameter

Ø27.56″

Max Table Load

771.62 lbs.

Max Rotation Angle

A=-90°~135° C=±360°

Max Rotation Speed

A=70 C=80 RPM

Torque (S1/Max)

A=1,574/2,789 ft. lbs. C=495/892 ft. lbs.

Spindle Taper

HSK-63A

Spindle Speed

20,000 RPM

Spindle Power (S1/Max)

26.82/32.18 hp

Spindle Torque (S1/Max)

33.51/40.56 ft. lbs.

Tool Shank

32T pieces

Max Tool Length

15.75″

Max Tool Diameter with Adjacent Tool

Ø2.95″

Max Tool Diameter without Adjacent Tool

Ø5.12″

Specification
HS1400 Request a Quote

X-Axis

70.87″

Y-Axis

49.21″

Z-Axis

51.97″

B-Axis Torque (S1/Max)

84.04/148.13 ft. lbs.

X/Y/Z Axis Acceleration

XYZ=164.04 ft/min²

Spindle Taper

HSK100A

Spindle Speed

12,000 RPM

Spindle Power (S1 / S6)

67.11/102.40 HP

Spindle Torque (S1 / S6)

147.51/223.11 ft. lbs.

Tool Shank

40T pieces

Max Tool Length

17.72″

Max Tool Diameter with Adjacent Tool

4.92″

Max Tool Diameter without Adjacent Tool

9.84″

Weight

55,115 lbs.

Feature

HS-700

HS-1400

Core Function

5-axis horizontal machining with inverted machining design for chip flow

5-axis horizontal machining with single-axis heavy-duty head for torque

Structural Design

Compact T-structure with inverted dual-V rib base for rigidity and chip evacuation

Large T-structure with double-wall column and 45° saddle for maximum stability and cutting dynamics

Best For

High-speed machining of aluminum aerospace structures (wings, spars, ribs, bulkheads, frames)

Heavy-duty machining of nickel alloys, titanium, superalloys (turbine cases, fuselage frames, landing gear supports)

Spindle

HSK63A, up to 24,000 rpm, 35–42 kW, up to 67 Nm torque

HSK100T, 12,000 rpm, 50–76 kW, up to 302 Nm torque

Table Design

Ø650 mm trunnion rotary table, 350 kg load capacity

Ø1,250 mm heavy-duty rotary table, 3,200 kg load capacity

Automation

Multi-Pallet Pool (MPP) up to 18 pallets (600 × 600 mm each)

Automation-ready, focused on large aerospace part production

Highlight Advantage

High-speed, automation-ready aluminum part specialist

Heavy-duty, high-torque superalloy powerhouse