The Mazak HCN-5000 NEO is a next-generation horizontal machining center designed to deliver speed, precision, and repeatability in demanding production environments. This high-performance horizontal mill combines fast spindle acceleration, rapid axis movements, and quick tool changes to minimize cycle times and improve throughput for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and general machining.
| Model | HCN-5000 NEO |
|---|---|
| Tool shank | 40 |
| Max. workpiece size | 31.5 × 39.37 |
| Table size | 19.69" |
| Y Axis Stroke | 28.74" |
| X Axis Stroke | 28.74" |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 31.5" |
Built on a reinforced frame, the HCN-5000 NEO maintains stability during heavy-duty machining. Its high-rigidity spindle and thermally symmetrical structure minimize vibration and thermal distortion, ensuring consistent dimensional accuracy over long production runs. In addition, precision linear guides and advanced motion control enhance part quality on difficult geometries and materials.
The HCN-5000 NEO is designed to integrate easily with automation machine tool solutions, including multi-pallet systems, robotic loaders, and flexible manufacturing cells. As a result, this automation-ready platform reduces setup times, keeps spindles cutting longer, and supports lights-out production. This Mazak horizontal mill helps high-mix, high-volume facilities maximize machine utilization and stay on track with demanding delivery schedules.
The HCN-5000 NEO horizontal machining center pairs rapid traverse rates with powerful spindle options. As a result, it achieves fast, reliable material removal in a variety of manufacturing environments. In addition, the thermal management systems maintain consistent accuracy throughout extended operations, while Mazak’s advanced control technologies simplify programming and real-time monitoring. This combination delivers shorter lead times and higher part quality across production batches.
| Model | HCN-5000 NEO |
|---|---|
| Tool shank | 40 |
| Max. workpiece size | 31.5 × 39.37 |
| Table size | 19.69" |
| Y Axis Stroke | 28.74" |
| X Axis Stroke | 28.74" |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 31.5" |
| Pallet | Pallet size | 20″ × 20″ |
|---|---|---|
| Max. workpiece size | Φ32″ × 39″ | |
| Max. load (evenly distributed) | 1102 lbs | |
| Spindle | Tool shank | CAT No.40 |
| Max. spindle speed | 12000 rpm | |
| Max. torque (40%ED) | 81.9 N・m | |
| Max. torque (cont. rating) | 60 N・m | |
| Spindle motor (40%ED) | 18.5 kW (25 HP) | |
| Spindle motor (cont. rating) | 15 kW (20 HP) | |
| Automatic tool changer | Tool storage capacity | 40 |
| Max. tool diameter | Φ95″ | |
| Max. tool diameter (without adjacent) | Φ170″ | |
| Max. tool length (from gauge line) | 20″ | |
| Max. tool weight | 12 lbs | |
| Travel | X-axis | 29″ |
| Y-axis | 29″ | |
| Z-axis | 32″ | |
| Distance between pallet top to spindle center | 4″ to 33″ | |
| Rapid traverse rate | X-axis | 2362 IPM |
| Y-axis | 2362 IPM | |
| Z-axis | 2362 IPM | |
| Machine dimensions | Width x Length (MAZATROL SmoothG) | 103″ × 226″ |
| Height | 111″ | |
| Machine weight | 26786 lbs |
The Mazak HCN-5000 NEO is a 500 mm-pallet horizontal machining center that is designed for faster production, thermal control, automation, and lower energy use. It targets recurring prismatic parts that require indexed access, reliable pallet exchange, and common CAT40 tooling. A.W. Miller Technical Sales supports manufacturers throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Southern New Jersey, and Quebec with applications engineering, installation, training, and factory-certified service.
Published specifications list a 20 × 20-inch pallet, a 32-inch-diameter by 39-inch-high workpiece envelope, a 1,102 lb pallet load, and 29/29/32-inch X/Y/Z travels. The CAT40 spindle reaches 12,000 RPM with 25 HP, and the standard magazine stores 40 tools. The final configuration should be checked against the part, fixture, tooling, spindle demand, automation plan, and facility requirements.
Manufacturers commonly review the Mazak HCN-5000 NEO for:
Revised motion, thermal, automation, and energy systems build on the established 500 mm HCN work range.
Fine B-axis positioning supports angular features and flexible indexed access rather than only fixed 90-degree faces.
Fixtures can be prepared offline and exchanged without interrupting the next setup cycle.
Hydraulic fixture interfaces and pallet systems can be specified around robot loading and scheduled production.
Published capacity is 32 inches in diameter by 39 inches high.
The NEO generation updates rotary positioning, thermal control, automation interfaces, and energy performance while retaining a similar core work range.
Published evenly distributed capacity is 1,102 lb.
Yes. The standard 12,000 RPM spindle and 40-tool magazine use a CAT40 interface.
Yes, after tool life, probing, fixture seating, chip control, pallet flow, and alarm recovery have been validated.