X6432A Universal Swivel Head Milling Machine
The X6432A is a medium and small universal milling machine whose two-part rotary milling head lets the spindle be rotated and adjusted to any angle, so the same machine mills horizontally and vertically and everything between. That is what makes it useful on mould and shell work, where the cut rarely stays square to th...
What This Machine Does
The X6432A is a medium and small universal milling machine whose two-part rotary milling head lets the spindle be rotated and adjusted to any angle, so the same machine mills horizontally and vertically and everything between. That is what makes it useful on mould and shell work, where the cut rarely stays square to the table. The spindle taper hole takes cylindrical milling cutters disc cutters forming cutters and end mills, directly or through an attachment, so planes grooves and holes on small parts are all within reach of one setup. X and Y feed automatically through gear drive with electric lift on Z. The rail surfaces are heat treated to high hardness for wear resistance, the structural steel is heavy, and the gears are ground and high-frequency quenched, which is why the drive runs quietly and lasts. Machine weights in the range run from 2100 kg to 2480 kg.
Why Buyers Choose This Machine
- Two-part rotary milling head sets the spindle at any angle so angled cuts need no tilting fixture
- Vertical and horizontal milling from one machine covers both functions in a medium-sized shop
- Spindle taper accepts cylindrical disc forming and end milling cutters directly or through attachments
- Gear-driven automatic feed on X and Y with electric lift on Z takes hand cranking out of the job
- Heat-treated high-hardness rail surfaces resist wear and keep the table accurate
- Ground and high-frequency quenched gears run quietly and stand up to continuous production
- Suited to mould and shell machining where the cut angle changes constantly
Where X6432A Universal Swivel Head Milling Machine Earns Its Place
Problems It Solves
- Angled and compound cuts on mould work need fixtures unless the head itself can be set
- Owning separate vertical and horizontal mills ties up floor space and capital
- Soft rail surfaces wear under chips and clamping and the table loses accuracy
- Unground gears are noisy and wear quickly under continuous cutting
- Hand feeding long passes gives an uneven surface finish
- Cutters of different types cannot be used on a machine with a limited spindle attachment range
Who It Is For
- Mould and die shops machining shells and cavities
- General machine shops with medium and small part work
- Maintenance workshops needing one flexible milling machine
- Prototype workshops producing varied one-off parts
- Distributors supplying universal rotary head milling machines
Application Scenarios
- Machining mould cavities and shell forms at varied spindle angles
- Vertical milling of planes grooves and steps on small and medium parts
- Horizontal milling with arbor-mounted cutters
- Angled drilling and milling by setting the rotary head
- General jobbing work in a shop handling mixed parts
- Batch milling where automatic X and Y feed shortens the cycle
Technical Detail
Technical Features
- Two rotary milling head allowing spindle rotation and adjustment at any angle
- Vertical and horizontal milling functions on one machine
- Spindle taper hole accepting cylindrical disc forming and end milling cutters directly or through attachments
- Automatic gear-drive feed on X and Y with electric lift on Z
- Rail surfaces heat treated to high hardness
- Heavy steel structure with symmetrical overall layout
- Gears ground and high-frequency quenched for low noise and durability
Specifications
| Machine type | Universal rotary swivel head milling machine medium and small size |
|---|---|
| Models | X6432A |
| Milling head | Two rotary head with spindle adjustable at any angle |
| Working modes | Vertical and horizontal milling |
| Feeds | Gear-drive automatic feed on X and Y with electric lift on Z |
| Guide rails | Heat treated to high hardness |
| Gears | Ground and high-frequency quenched |
| Machine weight | 2100 kg to 2480 kg across the range |
| Applications | Planes grooves and holes on small parts and mould and shell machining |
Figures above are taken from the product information we hold. Send us your application and we will confirm the exact specification for the model quoted.
How It Is Built and What Can Be Changed
Operations Performed
- Milling
- Vertical milling
- Horizontal milling
- Angular milling
- Mould and shell machining
- Heat treatment of guide surfaces
Quality Control
- Rail surfaces heat treated then checked for hardness and ground for flatness
- Gears ground and high-frequency quenched then checked for noise on run-in
- Rotary head checked for accurate angle setting and secure clamping
- Automatic X and Y feed and electric Z lift run through full travel
- Spindle run-out measured at the taper hole before the machine is released
- Test cut taken and the machined surface inspected before packing
Customisation Options
- Cutter attachments and holders specified for the tooling you run
- Supply voltage frequency and phase built for your market
- Digital readout offered on the axes where you need it
- Manual and machine plates prepared in your working language
- Export packing arranged for the machine weight and your destination port
How It Compares With the Alternatives
| X6140 universal knee type milling machine | The X6140 gets its universal capability from a rotating worktable and dividing head for spiral work; the X6432A gets it from a two-part rotary head that puts the spindle at any angle, which suits mould and shell forms better |
|---|---|
| X6436 universal drilling and milling machine | The X6436 has servo feeds and rapid traverse on three axes and a larger table; the X6432A is the medium and small machine where gear-driven feed and head flexibility are enough |
| Setting angles with tilting vices and fixtures | A tilting fixture has to be set and re-set for every angle and loses rigidity; the rotary head holds the angle in the machine structure itself |
Running the Machine
Step 1
Clamp the part on the table and set the datum before choosing the head angle
Step 2
Rotate the milling head and adjust the spindle to the angle required then lock it
Step 3
Fit the cutter in the spindle taper directly or through the correct attachment
Step 4
Set the spindle speed for the cutter and the material
Step 5
Engage automatic feed on X or Y or use the electric Z lift to set depth
Step 6
Take a trial pass and measure before completing the cut
Step 7
Clean chips from the hardened rails at the end of each job and keep them oiled
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Questions About X6432A Universal Swivel Head Milling Machine
Can the X6432A mill both horizontally and vertically?
Yes. It realises both vertical and horizontal milling functions, and the two rotary milling head lets the spindle be rotated and adjusted at any angle in between.
Is it suitable for mould work?
Yes. It is used for machining moulds and shells, which is where the ability to set the spindle at any angle matters most.
What cutters can I use?
The spindle taper hole takes cylindrical milling cutters disc cutters forming cutters and end mills, directly or through an attachment. Send us your tooling list and we will confirm.
How heavy is the machine?
Machine weights in the range run from 2100 kg to 2480 kg. Tell us the exact model and we will confirm the net and gross weight for your shipment.
Are the guideways hardened?
Yes. The rail surfaces are heat treated to high hardness, and the gears are ground and high-frequency quenched for low noise and long life.
What supply voltage will it be built to?
Tell us your voltage frequency and phase and the machine will be built for your market.
What are your trade and payment terms?
We quote FOB CFR and CIF. Payment is 30 percent by T/T on order and 70 percent before shipment, or an irrevocable L/C at sight.
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