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FH12500 Gear/Quill

The FH12500 Gear/Quill is a powerful, high-speed horizontal machining center featuring a 6,000 RPM spindle, with options of an 8,000 RPM or 15,000 RPM high-torque spindle, and a rapid feedrate of 1,654 ipm (42 m/min). This machine has cylindrical roller guides for increased speed, and dual ballscrew drive on the Y and Z axes and a Meehanite cast iron base for maximum rigidity.

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Maximum Rigidity for Heavy-Duty Machining

The FH12500 Gear/Quill is equipped with cylindrical roller guides, which provide exceptional rigidity and smoother motion at high velocities. These guides not only minimize vibration but also extend the machine’s lifespan by maintaining consistent accuracy, even under heavy workloads. Complementing this system is the dual ballscrew drive on the Y and Z axes, engineered to deliver superior stability and positioning accuracy across complex machining tasks.

The foundation of the machine is its Meehanite cast iron base, a proven material renowned for its durability and vibration-dampening properties. This robust construction ensures unparalleled rigidity, allowing operators to achieve the highest quality finishes while maintaining consistent performance over long production runs.
Gear Quill Spindle

Spindle Options

The FH12500 Gear/Quill is a robust, high-speed horizontal machining center, equipped with a 6,000 RPM spindle and available options of an 8,000 RPM or 15,000 RPM high-torque spindle, designed to meet the demands of precise and high-performance machining.

8,000 RPM Spindle

  • Dual Cylindrical Roller Bearing
  • Industry Leading 76 in³ MRR
  • 110mm Bearing Inner Diameter
  • Removable Spindle Taper Design

15,000 RPM Spindle

  • Four Front Spindle Bearings
  • Variable Hydraulic Preload
  • 120mm Bearing Inner Diameter
  • Removable Spindle Taper Design
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Simple Operation. Advanced Insight.

JTEKT’s TOYOPUC-Touch HMI is a fully functional touch screen overlay, running on FANUC 31iMB Plus. The system is easy to learn and navigate, and includes built in advanced functionality for machine operators, maintenance technicians, and manufacturing management.
RGV Automation

Stay Ahead of the Curve With JTEKT Automation

From rail-guided vehicles to vertical pallet pools and advanced robotics – combining JTEKT’s renowned automation solutions with the FH12500 Gear/Quill will vastly transform your production processes, leading to new levels of manufacturing efficiency. From managing multiple machines through a central PC for production scheduling, to slashing set-up times and improving throughput – our highly flexible automation solutions are designed to streamline operations and increase capacity.

Models & Specifications
Pallet Sizein (mm)49.21 x 49.21 (1,250 x 1,250)
X-axis Travel (column)in (mm)94.4 (2,400)
Y-axis Travel (spindle head)in (mm)63.00 (1,600)
Z-axis Travel (work table)in (mm)72.8 (1,850)
W-axis Travel (quill spindle)in (mm)22.00 (560)
Max. Workpiece Swing (diameter)in (mm)94.5 (2,400)
Max. Workpiece Heightin (mm)70.8 (1,800)
Maximum Load on Palletlb (kg)11,000 (5,000)
Quill Diameterin (mm)5.10 (130)
Spindle Torqueft-lb (Nm)1622 (2,200)
Spindle SpeedRPM6,000 / 4,000 Quill
Spindle Taper-CAT50
Rapid Feedrate (X)ipm (m/min)1,654 (42)
Rapid Feedrate (Y)ipm (m/min)1,654 (42)
Rapid Feedrate (Z)ipm (m/min)1,654 (42)
Tool Storage Capacity number60, 120, 240, 330