5-Axis Horizontal Flipping Plate Milling Center
High-efficiency machining for large structural components.
The 5-Axis Horizontal Flipping Plate Milling Center is designed for high-efficiency machining of titanium and aluminum structural components. With horizontal machining, flipping plate technology and automation-ready production concepts, it supports precise, stable and efficient large-part manufacturing.
Siemens and Heidenhain CNC control options.
Siemens CNC
Heidenhain CNC
Configured by Application
Four 5-axis configurations for titanium and aluminum structural parts.
The 5-axis model range covers titanium and aluminum alloy machining in different table sizes and load capacities. From compact structural components to larger aerospace panels and frame structures, each configuration is designed for efficient material removal, high stiffness and automated production workflows.
HM1020Ti-AC
Compact 5-axis flipping plate milling configuration for titanium alloy structural components with high torque, stable cutting performance and efficient chip removal.
2000 × 1000 mm
Table size
1500 kg
Table load
2100 / 1100 / 800 mm
X/Y/Z travel
HM2040Ti-AC
Large-format titanium alloy configuration for structural components requiring extended working range, high table load and stable 5-axis machining performance.
4000 × 2000 mm
Table size
5000 kg
Table load
4600 / 2200 / 800 mm
X/Y/Z travel
HM1020Al-AC
High-speed 5-axis configuration for aluminum alloy structural components, designed for high material removal rates and efficient automated machining.
2000 × 1000 mm
Table size
1500 kg
Table load
30000 rpm
Max. spindle speed
HM2040AL-AC
Large-format aluminum alloy configuration for bigger structural parts, combining high-speed machining with extended travel and automation-ready production.
4000 × 2000 mm
Table size
4000 kg
Table load
4300 / 2200 / 650 mm
X/Y/Z travel
High-Efficiency Machining
Horizontal flipping plate machining enables high material removal rates, continuous machining and efficient chip removal for titanium and aluminum structural components.
High-Precision Machining
Precision calibration, 5-axis RTCP accuracy and high static stiffness support reliable machining accuracy for demanding structural parts.
Closed-Loop AccuracyHigh Thermal Stability
Thermal compensation and temperature-controlled accuracy concepts help maintain stable positioning accuracy during long machining processes.
Flexible Automation
Standalone systems, automated transport lines and loading/unloading concepts support flexible production setups with shorter handling times and higher machine utilization.
Technical comparison across the 5-axis flipping plate milling series.
The table below compares the key technical data of the HM1020Ti-AC, HM2040Ti-AC, HM1020Al-AC and HM2040AL-AC, including table size, travel range, rapid traverse, spindle data, accuracy values and tool magazine capacity.
| Parameter | HM1020Ti-AC | HM2040Ti-AC | HM1020Al-AC | HM2040Al-AC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machine version | Horizontal 5-Axis Flipping Plate Milling Center for Titanium Alloy | Horizontal 5-Axis Flipping Plate Milling Center for Titanium Alloy | Horizontal 5-Axis Flipping Plate Milling Center for Aluminum Alloy | Horizontal 5-Axis Flipping Plate Milling Center for Aluminum Alloy |
| Table size | 2000×1000 mm | 4000×2000 mm | 2000×1000 mm | 4000×2000 mm |
| Table load | 1500 kg | 5000 kg | 1500 kg | 4000 kg |
| X/Y/Z travel | 2100/1100/800 mm | 4600/2200/800 mm | 2600/1100/600 mm | 4300/2200/650 mm |
| X/Y/Z rapid traverse | 15/15/15 m/min | 15/15/15 m/min | 50/50/50 m/min | 50/50/50 m/min |
| X/Y/Z max. cutting feedrate | 10/10/10 m/min | 10/10/10 m/min | 30/30/30 m/min | 30/30/30 m/min |
| X/Y/Z max. acceleration | 0.3/0.3/0.3 g | 0.3/0.3/0.3 g | 0.7/0.7/0.5 g | 0.7/0.7/0.5 g |
| A/C axis travel | ±95°/N×±360° | ±95°/N×±360° | ±110°/N×±360° | ±110°/N×±360° |
| A/C axis max. speed | 10/10 rpm | 10/10 rpm | 30/30 rpm | 30/30 rpm |
| A/C axis max. acceleration | 400°/s² | 400°/s² | 400°/s² | 400°/s² |
| A/C max. torque | 1928/2720 Nm | 4000/4000 Nm | 1470/1560 Nm | 1470/1560 Nm |
| A/C clamping torque | 6936/7000 Nm | 9000/9000 Nm | 3888/4000 Nm | 3888/4000 Nm |
| Spindle taper hole | HSK-A100 | HSK-A100 | HSK-A63 | HSK-A63 |
| Spindle rated power (S1) | 52 kW | 52 kW | 125 kW | 125 kW |
| Spindle rated torque (S1) | 500 Nm | 500 Nm | 66 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Spindle max. speed | 7000 rpm | 7000 rpm | 30000 rpm | 30000 rpm |
| Through-spindle coolant pressure | Standard 70 Bar | Standard 70 Bar | Standard 70 Bar | Standard 70 Bar |
| X/Y/Z positioning accuracy | 0.025/0.015/0.008 mm | 0.025/0.015/0.008 mm | 0.025/0.015/0.008 mm | 0.025/0.015/0.008 mm |
| X/Y/Z repeatability | 0.015/0.010/0.006 mm | 0.015/0.012/0.006 mm | 0.015/0.010/0.004 mm | 0.015/0.012/0.004 mm |
| A/C axis positioning accuracy | 8/8″ | 8/8″ | 8/8″ | 8/8″ |
| A/C axis repeatability | 6/6″ | 6/6″ | 6/6″ | 6/6″ |
| Tool magazine capacity | 40 tools | 60 tools | 40 tools | 60 tools |
| Machine installation dimensions (L×W×H, incl. loading/unloading) | 11000×8200×3700 mm | 15000×10000×4450 mm | 11000×8200×3700 mm | 15000×10000×4450 mm |
Full 5-Axis Horizontal Flipping Plate Milling brochure.
Download the official brochure with detailed information about horizontal flipping plate milling, titanium and aluminum structural component machining, automation concepts, intelligent measurement and technical configuration.
Impressions from horizontal flipping plate milling in large-part machining.
This gallery presents a mixed visual selection from the flipping plate milling series, including machine views, production line concepts, workpiece handling, machining areas and application-related impressions. The images are not separated by model type and provide a broader impression of the system as a whole.
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Need the right flipping plate milling configuration?
Talk to TOPNC about workpiece size, material, accuracy requirements, production volume and automation goals. Based on your structural component machining needs, we can help identify the right 5-axis flipping plate milling configuration.