C 42

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Milling at its best: Hermle machines are often at the forefront
when it comes to optimized results.
The proverbial Hermle precision in combination with process
consulting and project management has made us an important
machine manufacturer in nearly all key sectors:
From large complex components to the very smallest components
in the high-tech sector. Versatile applications, uncompromising
results Hermle – the original.
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Contents.

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Industry sectors 6

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The machine 10

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Technical data 44

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Automation 56

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Precision 66

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Energy efficiency 68

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Services 70
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Industry sectors
Hermle is at home in all sectors. For us, ensuring the highest precision and reliable machining
is always paramount. Our machines are made for daily operation, whether as linked linear
segments in production or as stand-alone workshop machinery.

Automotive industry Precision mechanics

Medical engineering Motor sports and racing

Aerospace industry Machine construction

Tool and mould construction Subcontractor industry

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Applications
Dynamic, precise and reliable Hermle's C 42 can provide highly dynamic processing of
workpieces up to 1400 kg in weight simultaneously on 5 axes.
In particular, materials which are difficult to machine can be milled in record time and with
perfect precision. This is achieved fully automatically right up to entire flexible production
systems. Our systems are always extremely precise and ensure high machine availability.

Socket Blisks
5-axis milling and turning 5-axis simultaneous machining

Branch: Machine Branch: Aerospace industry

construction Material: Titanium
Material: 1.7139 Tool: Cylindrical
Tool: Turning tool for High-performance
face and longitudinal corner radius mills
machining, VHM Ø 20, conical
end milling and high-performance
die-sinking cutters, R 4 spherical cutter
solid drills Spindle: 18000 rpm
Spindle: 18000 rpm Main power/torque:
Main power/torque: 180 Nm/20 kW
180 Nm/20 kW Left

Table plate
Left
5-axis milling and turning

Car rims Branch: Machine construction

Material: GG 25
5-axis milling and turning Tool: Step drill, shoulder
milling head/face
Branch: Automotive industry groove lathe tool
Material: AlMgSi1 Spindle: 18000 rpm Work boot
Tool: Turning tools, Main power/torque: 5-axis simultaneous machining
Roughing-interior 180 Nm/20 kW
and exterior, Bottom Branch: Tool and
Finishing, equipped mould construction
with PCD panels, Material: AlMgSi1
Grooving tool, Tool: End milling cutter
Milling head, VHM and spherical cutter
end milling cutter, Spindle: 25000 rpm
VHM lollipop milling Main power/torque:
cutter, VHM drill 100 Nm/29 kW
Spindle: 18000 rpm
Main power/torque:
180 Nm/20 kW
Left Top
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The machine
The C 42: a highly dynamic machining centre designed consistently for 5-axis/5-side machining.
Features galore to ensure high-precision, economical parts production. Numerous automation
solutions extend the application range many times over.

Technical data

Traverse X-Y-Z: 800 - 800 - 550 mm

Speed: 10000 / 15000 / 18000 / 25000 / 42000 rpm

Rapid linear traverse X-Y-Z (dynamic):

45 (60) - 45 (60) - 40 (60) m/min

Linear acceleration X-Y-Z (dynamic):

6 (10) m/s2

Control unit: iTNC 530 / TNC 640 / S 840 D sl

Rigid clamping table: 1050 x 805 mm

Max. table load: 2000 kg

NC swivelling rotary tables:

Table with worm: Ø 420 mm Ø 800 x 630 mm
Swivelling range: +/- 130˚ +/- 130˚
A axis speed: 25 rpm 15 rpm
C axis speed: 35 rpm 25 rpm
Max. table load: 400 kg 850 kg

Tables with torque: Ø 440 mm Ø 800 x 630 mm

Swivelling range: +/- 130˚ +/- 130˚
A axis speed: 55 rpm 25 rpm
C axis speed: 65 rpm 65 rpm
Max. table load: 450 kg 1400 kg
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The machine . MT
Combines highly dynamic milling/turning simultaneously in up to 5 axes:
Thanks to the revolutionary MT design, all turning operations can be performed even with the
table swivelled. The C 42 U MT machining centre can also process workpieces up to 1400 kg
in weight.

Technical data

Traverse X-Y-Z: 800 - 800 - 550 mm

Speed: 18000 rpm

Rapid linear traverse X-Y-Z (dynamic):

45 (60) - 45 (60) - 40 (60) m/min

Linear acceleration X-Y-Z (dynamic):

6 (10) m/s2

Control unit: TNC 640 / S 840 D sl

NC swivelling rotary table:

Table with torque: Ø 750 mm
Swivelling range: +/- 130˚
A axis speed: 25 rpm
C axis speed: 800 rpm
Max. turning table load: 700 kg
Max. milling table load: 1400 kg

- Fully integrated rotary technology

- Integrated balancing system
- Reinforced top
- Production booth
- Milling operations: 5-side machining/up to
5 axes simultaneous machinings
- Turning operations: Horizontal/vertical turning, up to
5 axes simultaneous machinings
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A new dimension of dynamics
p r e c i si o
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3 axes in one tool for
workpiece-independent dynamics

Pickup magazine integrated Force characteristics:

into the base body to 4 guideways with one guide
save space shoe for ideal force balance

Stainless
steel lining of
entire working area
Linear axes above
Optimised chip the working area
ejection in working area
during dry machining

Swivelling range of Modified gantry design

NC swivelling rotary with optimum main
table +130° to -130° axis support

Large working area Torque (C axis)

relative to the to a high dynamic
installation area
Tandem drive (A axis)
Torsion avoidance and
Accessibility,
high level of accuracy
excellent ergonomics

Mineral casting design with

excellent vibration dampening properties

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The workpiece
Many important points must be observed in order to guarantee that every workpiece is
machined perfectly. For this reason, Hermle has been working on perfecting and optimising
the machining process for many years. This is the reason that the C 42 is now equipped with:
- The largest working area relative to the installation area
- The largest swivelling range of workpieces in the working area
- Utilisation of the entire traverse range
- A large collision circle between the table flanges

The workpiece dimension

- Unlimited crane top loading to above the table centre
- When loading the crane the spindle moves to the magazine –
this means the working area is completely clear and accessible
- Extensive automation solutions for optimum workpiece handling

3-axis 5-axis/MT
800 x 800 x 550 mm Ø 800 x 560 mm
max. 2000 kg max. 1400 kg
MT: max. 700 /1400 kg
Collision circle Ø 1030 mm
max. vertical table
clearance 700 mm
3-axis machining

5-axis machining

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Ergonomics
Built for daily use: The Hermle C 42 can be ergonomically adapted for every machine operator
for optimum ease of use, simple operation and uncomplicated maintenance.

Highlights
- Ergonomic control panel:
- Adjustable height +/- 100 mm
- Tilting screen 0 - 30˚
- 19" screen Screen pivotable
- Control panel pivotable by up to 30 °C
from the tool loading
point to the working area
- Optimum loading height
- Crane loading
- Minimum interval between table and operator
- Large door opening
- Lockable fluid box

Practical,
slide-in
storage

Control panel
+/-100 mm
height adjustable
Door opening 940 mm

Vertical table clearance 700 mm

Loading height 950 mm

Control panel pivotable

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Table variants
Hermle's NC swivelling rotary table has revolutionised the concept of 5-axis machining.
The C 42 also relies on 5-axis operation and takes full advantage of its advantages. These
include worm gears on the entry-level table and torque drive on the highly dynamic version.
All tables are manufactured exclusively and entirely at our plant in Gosheim.

Uncompromised perfection: This drive design accesses the gear on the table housing directly
and so completely eliminates shaft torsion. This is the only way to achieve the highest
precision for both one-sided and tandem drives.
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Table variants
Made in Germany – made in Gosheim: The C 42 table variants stand for the highest quality
and optimum material usage from the cast housing to the installed gearbox and torque motors.
At our main plant in Gosheim, these tables are laying the foundations for the precision,
accuracy and quality of the machined surfaces.

Technical data
High degree of freedom in working area
- Very high table load (up to 1400 kg with the highest accuracy)
- No accumulation of chips on the table (swivel table)
- Swivelling axis A and rotary axis C are located within the workpiece (U-shape)
- Torsion prevented by tandem drive
- Wide spacing between results in a very large collision circle
in the working area
- High swivelling range for undercuts

Worm table
- Generously dimensioned worm gear
- Low torsion attachment
- Direct, absolute measuring system

Torque table
- High dynamics on the A and C axes
- No wear
- Direct, absolute measuring system
Hermle's tables are equipped with cutting-edge drive technology for high dynamic during
5-axis machining as the slowest axis determines the speed of 5-axis simultaneous milling.
High-torque motors and the adapted gearbox can position loads of up to 1400 kg rapidly and,
most importantly, with exceptional precision.

Drive technology
- Centrical table load
- Drive directly on table housing = low torsion A axis
- Direct, absolute measuring system
- Good maintenance accessibility
- A axis integrated in machine bed

One-sided drive
- Mechanical drive on right of
table housing

Tandem drive
- Mechanical tandem drive to left
and right of table housing

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 NC swivelling rotary table
Drive type of C axis: Worm
The NC swivelling rotary table "Worm" almost comes up to the standards of the torque table,
apart from the dynamics. It is an ideal introduction to the world of 5-axis technology.

Secondary clamping plates 930 x 490

Clamping surface: Ø 420 mm

T grooves: parallel 5 / 14 H7
Swivelling range: +/- 130°
Drive type of C axis: Worm
Speed - rotary axis C: 35 rpm
Speed - swivelling axis A (one-sided drive): 25 rpm
Maximum table load (one-sided drive): 400 kg
Secondary clamping plates (option)
T grooves: parallel 8 / 14 H7

Clamping surface: Ø 800 x 630 mm

Table plate collision circle: Ø 800 mm
T grooves: parallel 9 / 14 H7
Swivelling range: +/- 130°
Drive type - rotary axis C: Worm
Speed - rotary axis C: 25 rpm
Speed - swivelling axis A (one-sided drive): 15 rpm
Maximum table load (one-sided drive): 850 kg
 NC swivelling rotary table
Drive type of C axis: Torque
The "Torque" NC swivelling rotary table provides the ideal conditions for highly dynamic 5-axis
and simultaneous 5-axis machining.

Secondary clamping plates 920 x 490

Clamping surface: Ø 440 mm

T grooves: parallel 5 / 14 H7
Swivelling range: +/- 130°
Drive type - rotary axis C: Torque
Speed - rotary axis C: 65 rpm
Zero-point clamping systems / pallet clamping systems Speed - swivelling axis A (tandem drive): 55 rpm
Maximum table load (tandem drive): 450 kg
Secondary clamping plates (option)
T grooves: parallel 8 / 14 H7

Clamping surface: Ø 800 x 630 mm

Table plate collision circle: Ø 800 mm
T grooves: parallel 9 / 14 H7
Swivelling range: +/- 130°
Drive type - rotary axis C: Torque
Speed - rotary axis C: 65 rpm
Zero-point clamping systems / pallet clamping systems Speed - swivelling axis A (tandem drive): 25 rpm
Maximum table load (tandem drive): 1400 kg
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 NC swivelling rotary table . MT
Drive type of C axis: Torque

Clamping surface: Ø 750 mm

Swivelling range: +/- 130° Zero-point clamping systems / pallet clamping systems
Swivelling axis A speed: 25 rpm
A-axis drive mode: Tandem
Speed - rotary axis C: 800 rpm
Drive type of C axis: Torque
Max. turning table load: 700 kg
Max. milling table load: 1400 kg
T grooves: star 16 / 14 H7

Rigid clamping table

Clamping surface: 1050 x 805 mm

Equipped with the rigid clamping table, the machine can deal
with clamping weights of up to 2000 kg - ideal for 3-axis
machining of large, bulky and heavy workpieces.
T grooves: parallel 12 / 14 H7
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Spindles
The C 42 can be equipped with two-piece or compact spindles. All spindles can be replaced
quickly and easily in case of failure.
With the different speed ranges and tool holding fixtures the spindles are suitable for a wide
variety of machining tasks. Like the tables, all spindles are manufactured exclusively and
entirely at our plant in Gosheim.

Technical data

- High-tech spindles for demanding milling processes

- Slim-end spindle for machining deep cavities
- Few projecting edges (prevention of collision)
- Two-part spindle (faster, easier replacement)
- Collision protection (collision sleeves) prevents damage in 50 % of collisions

Collision protection with collision inquiry

Each spindle has several collision sleeves which

compensate collision energy in the Z direction.
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 Spindle 10000 rpm

Maximum spindle speed: 10000 rpm

M [Nm] P [kW]
29,0 Main power 20% c.d.f.: 29 kW
26,0
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18,0 Torque 20% c.d.f.: 200 Nm
20 %
200
40 %
Tool holding fixture: SK 40 / HSK A 63
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100 % Spindle: two-piece
59 Collision protection: collision sleeves
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110 1500 4000 5000 10000 n [1/min]

3300 4300

Spindle 15000 rpm

Maximum spindle speed: 15000 rpm

M [Nm] P [kW]
20 Main power 20% c.d.f.: 20 kW
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Torque 20% c.d.f.: 180 Nm
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Tool holding fixture: SK 40
20 %
180
130
40 % Spindle: two-piece
100 %
87 Collision protection: collision sleeves

9,0
6,8
5,3

110 1100 15000 n [1/min]

Spindle 18000 rpm

Maximum spindle speed: 18000 rpm

M [Nm] P [kW]
20 Main power 20% c.d.f.: 20 kW
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13 Torque 20% c.d.f.: 180 Nm
10
Tool holding fixture: HSK A 63
20 %
180
130
40 % Spindle: two-piece
100 %
87 Collision protection: collision sleeves

9,0
6,8
5,3

110 1100 18000 n [1/min]

 Spindle 25000 rpm

Maximum spindle speed: 25000 rpm

M [Nm] P [kW]
31 Main power 20% c.d.f.: 31 kW
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18 Torque 20% c.d.f.: 100 Nm
100,0 20 % Tool holding fixture: HSK A 63
75,2 40 % Spindle: compact
57,3 100 %
40,7
31,8
22,9
17,9
14,8
11,5
6,9

110 3000 9600 15000 25000 n [1/min]

5400

Spindle 42000 rpm

Maximum spindle speed: 42000 rpm

M [Nm] P [kW]
35 Main power 20% c.d.f.: 35 kW
Torque 20% c.d.f.: 17,5 Nm
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Tool holding fixture: HSK E 40
22 Spindle: compact
17,5 20 % 18
40 %
14,5

9 100 %

5
4

21100 32600
19100 42000 n [1/min]

Spindle 18000 rpm. MT

Maximum spindle speed: 18000 rpm

M [Nm] P [kW]
20 Main power 20% c.d.f.: 20 kW
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13 Torque 20% c.d.f.: 180 Nm
10
Tool holding fixture: HSK T 63
20 %
180
130
40 % Spindle: two-piece
100 %
87

9,0
6,8
5,3

110 1100 18000 n [1/min]

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High-performance machining
The C 42 with the 18000 spindle is a machining miracle. 568 cm3/min in alloyed heat-treated steel shows what this machining
centre can do - and still at the highest levels of precision.

Face milling
Material: 42CrMo4V
Tool: Face milling head D=63 mm
with indexable inserts
Spindle speed: 1515 rpm
Vc: 300 m/min
Feed: 2272 mm /min
Fz: 0.3 mm
Depth of cut: 5.0 mm
Width of cut: 50.0 mm
Main spindle Material removal rates: 568 cm3/min

Speed: 18000 rpm

torque: 180 Nm High-feed milling
Main power: 20 kW
Interface: HSK A 63 Material: 42CrMo4V
Collision protection: collision sleeves Tool: High-feed mill D=50 mm
with indexable inserts
Spindle speed: 1900 rpm
Vc: 300 m/min
Material Feed: 9163 mm /min
Fz: 1.2 mm
Depth of cut: 1.2 mm
42CrMo4V (1.7225)
Alloyed heat-treated steel for workpieces with higher Width of cut: 42.5 mm
stress resistance and larger tempering diameter. Material removal rates: 467 cm3/min
42CrMo4V is used for gear shafts,
gear wheels, worms
Tensile strength: 1000 – 1200 N/mm2 Solid drilling
(see CK 45 650-800 N/mm2)
Material: 42CrMo4V
Tool: Solid drill D=50 mm
with indexable inserts
Spindle speed: 1464 rpm
Vc: 230 m/min
Feed: 256 mm /min
Vu: 0.175 mm
Material removal rates: 320 cm3/min
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The magazine
The C 42's tool magazine holds up to 42 tools in the standard version and is integrated into
the machine bed to save space. It can be filled form the side by swivelling the control panel to
the loading point.

Technical data

Pick-up magazine

Integration into the machine bed

Excellent accessibility

Control panel pivotable to the loading point

Covers for tool holding fixture

Tool changer (pick-up)

Interface: SK 40 / HSK A 63
interface MT: HSK A 63 / HSK T 63
Magazine pockets: 42
Max. tool weight: 8 kg
Max. tool diameter: Ø 80 with empty adjacent pockets Ø 125 mm
Max. tool length: 300 mm
Max. magazine load: 168 kg
Chip-to-chip time*: 4.5 s

*(chip-to-chip times for 3-axis units in milling mode calculated in keeping with German standard
VDI 2852, page 1)
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Additional magazine ZM 43 / ZM 87
Magazine pockets: 43 / 87
Max. tool weight: 8 kg
Max. tool diameter: Ø 80,
with empty adjacent
pockets
Ø 125 mm
Max. tool length: 300 mm

Additional magazine single

Magazine pockets: 192
Max. tool weight: 8 kg
Max. tool diameter: Ø 80,
with empty adjacent
pockets
Ø 125 mm
Max. tool length: 300 mm

Additional magazine double

Magazine pockets: 462
Max. tool weight: 8 kg
Max. tool diameter: Ø 80,
with empty adjacent
pockets
Ø 125 mm
Max. tool length: 300 mm
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Control unit
The C 42 can be equipped with three types of control unit. All control units provide diverse
program functions. Hermle simplifies programming and operation still further with comprehen-
sive extra features.

Heidenhain Siemens

Milling and turning using one control unit Milling and turning using one control unit

Heidenhain TNC 640 Siemens S 840 D sl

- The TNC 640 comes with all the following functions of the - 19" TFT colour flat screen
iTNC 530 - Keyboard unit with full keyboard, additional panel with integrated
- Further special turning cycles are integrated such as roughing, trackball, key-operated switch and buttons, USB and Ethernet
finishing, grooving and threading interfaces
- Easy to switch from milling to turning mode - Complete and flexible diagnostics and service concept
- Incl. Dynamic Efficiency – Active Chatter Control (ACC), - All inverter and control components are connected with each other
Adaptive Feed Control (AFC), trochoidal milling by the Drive-Cliq-Interface
- Incl. Dynamic Precision – Cross Talk Compensation (CTC), - Including shell transformation, 5-axis transformation,
Active Vibration Damping (AVD) process-oriented measuring, 3D tool radius compensation
and Spline-Interpolation
- Incl. software option Kinematic Opt
Milling (Measurement cycle for improving
accuracy of rotational and
Heidenhain iTNC 530 HSCI swivelling operations)
- Tool management for
- 19" TFT colour flat screen all machines HTDI
- Keyboard unit with full keyboard, - The S 840 D sl is also equipped for
integrated trackball, USB and turning mode and can handle all
Ethernet interfaces integrated milling and turning
- Fully digital with HSCI interface and processes
EnDat interface - Operating Interface OPERATE with ShopMill
- Programming in Heidenhain plain text with smarT.NC - SINUMERIK MDynamics incl. Advanced Surface
or per DIN/ISO - High Speed Settings - CYCLE832
- Standard drilling and milling cycles
- Touch probe system cycles
- Free contour programming For further advantages and detailed technical data, please see the Siemens brochures.
- Special functions for fast 3D machining
- Automatic calculation of cutting data
- Pallet management
- Software option Kinematic Opt (Measurement cycle for improving
accuracy of rotational and swivelling operations)

For further advantages and detailed technical data, please see the Heidenhain brochures.
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Control unit
Hermle control tools

Hermle "Tool Management Control" Hermle "Adaptive Feed Control

Simple, Hermle tool In adaptive feed control (AFC), the
management for Heidenhain controls. feed rate is automatically controlled
(depending on the percentage of spindle
output).

Hermle "Tool Data Information" Hermle "Wear Diagnosis System"

Simple, Hermle tool management for the Machine status is continually monitored
Siemens S 840 D sl. by the Hermle wear diagnosis system.
It facilitates rapid machine diagnostics
and status-oriented detection of
maintenance tasks.

Hermle "Automation Control System"

Simple, Hermle pallet management
software.

Hermle setups

Standard Heavy duty machining High production

Standard Heavy duty machining Production

- Standard setting. - For roughing in conjunction with - Quicker machining with programs
- Switches back to the standard high milling power. which have many cycle calls or
setting after a different setup - Greater machining performance subprograms.
has been used. possible thanks to reduced machine
vibration (depending on the tool and
the selected technology data).
 3D contour tolerance max. 3D contour tolerance min. 3D path smoothing

3D contour tolerance max. 3D contour tolerance min. 3D path smoothing

- For 3D roughing with low machining - For very high demands of machining - For very high demands on the surface
performance. accuracy, mainly for free-form quality, mainly for free-form surfaces.
- Very high machining speed, mainly surfaces.
for free-form surfaces. - Can also be used with conventional
programs.

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The details
The C 42 is built using an elegant cassette panel construction. This high-tech building block
concept is used throughout from the standard machine to the flexible manufacturing system.
The machining centre can be transported without any disassembly and set up without a
foundation. Furthermore, all units are arranged for easy maintenance and servicing.

highlights

Comprehensive fluid technology

Optimised chip management

Diverse cooling lubricant units

Scraper belt conveyor

Hinged belt conveyor

We provide the correct method

of chip removal from the work-
ing area for all kinds of chips

Space-saving chip conveyor arrangement

Chip drawer Chip conveyor

Chip conveyor with internal cooling lubricant supply ICS 40 Chip conveyor with internal cooling lubricant supply ICS 80

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Chip conveyor with internal cooling lubricant supply ICS 80
and recooling unit 43
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Technical data . C 42
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Technical data . C 42
Working area Traverse X axis 800 mm
Traverse Y axis 800 mm
Traverse Z axis 550 mm
Rapid linear traverse X-Y-Z 45 - 45 - 40 m/min
(dynamic) (60 - 60 - 60 m/min)
Linear acceleration (dynamic) X-Y-Z 6 (10) m/s2
Linear feed force X-Y-Z 8500 N
Max. vertical table clearance 700 mm
Max. workpiece diameter Ø 800 mm
Max. workpiece height 560 mm

Main spindle drive Speed 10000 rpm SK 40 / HSK A 63

Main power / Torque 20% c.d.f. 29 kW / 200 Nm
Speed 15000 rpm SK 40
Main power / Torque 20% c.d.f. 20 kW / 180 Nm
Speed 18000 rpm HSK A 63
Main power / Torque 20% c.d.f. 20 kW / 180 Nm
Speed 25000 rpm HSK A 63
Main power / Torque 20% c.d.f. 31 kW / 100 Nm
Speed 42000 rpm HSK E 40
Main power/Torque 20% c.d.f 35 kW / 17,5 Nm
Speed (MT variants) 18000 rpm HSK A 63 / HSK T 63
Main power / Torque 20% c.d.f. 20 kW / 180 Nm

Control unit Heidenhain iTNC 530 / TNC 640

Siemens Sinumerik 840 D sl

Tool changer (pick-up) Magazine pockets 42 items

Chip-to-chip time* approx. 4.5 s
*(chip-to-chip times for 3-axis units in milling mode calculated in keeping with German
standard VDI 2852, page 1)
Max. tool length 300 mm
Max. tool diameter Ø 80 mm
with empty adjacent pockets Ø 125 mm
Max. magazine load 168 kg

Extension of Additional magazine ZM 43 Additional 43 pockets

tool storage capacity Additional magazine ZM 87 Additional 87 pockets
Additional magazine single ZM 192 Additional 192 pockets
Additional magazine double ZM 462 Additional 462 pockets
Max. tool diameter in the additional magazine Ø 80 mm
Maximum tool diameter with corresponding adjacent pocket
allocation in additional magazine Ø 125 mm
Max. tool weight 8 kg
Table variants * NC swivelling rotary table Ø 800 Ø 800 Ø 440
Clamping surface Ø 800 x 630 mm Ø 800 x 630 mm Ø 440 mm
Collision circle of the Ø 800 mm Ø 800 mm -
table plate
Swivelling range +/- 130° +/- 130° +/- 130°
C-axis drive mode Worm Torque Torque
Swivelling axis A speed
One-sided drive 15 rpm - -
Tandem drive - 25 rpm 55 rpm
Rotary axis C speed 25 rpm 65 rpm 65 rpm
Max. table load
One-sided drive 850 kg - -
Tandem drive - 1400 kg 450 kg
Parallel T grooves 9 / 14 H7 9 / 14 H7 5 / 14 H7
Secondary clamping plates - - 920 x 490 mm
Parallel T grooves - - 8 / 14 H7

NC swivelling rotary table Ø 420 MT variants Rigid

Clamping table
Clamping surface Ø 420 mm Ø 750 mm 1050 x 805 mm
Swivelling range +/- 130° +/- 130° -
C-axis drive mode Worm Torque -
Swivelling axis A speed
with one-sided drive 25 rpm - -
Tandem drive - 25 rpm -
Rotary axis C speed 35 rpm 800 rpm -
Max. table load 2000 kg
One-sided drive 400 kg - -
Tandem drive milling - 1400 kg -
Tandem drive turning - 700 kg -
Parallel T grooves 5 / 14 H7 - 12 / 14 H7
Star-shaped T grooves 16 / 14 H7
Secondary clamping plates 930 x 490 mm - -
Parallel T grooves 8 / 14 H7 - -

*All tables available on demand

Included in standard delivery

Available upon request

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Position measuring system, direct Resolution 0.0001 mm

Positional tolerance Tp in X-Y-Z axes according to VDI/DGQ 3441 0.008 mm

(calculated at a constant ambient temperature of 20 °C +/-1 °C.
Our products are subject to the German Export Law and require
authorization since the attainable precision may be less/greater
than 6 µm.)

Chip drawer Removable chip drawer

Chip conveyor Scraper belt or hinge conveyor ejection height

ejection height 1100 mm
chip cart 450 l

External cooling lubricant supply With chip drawer and cooling lubricant tank
Cooling lubricant tank capacity 390 l
Cooling system without high-pressure pump with sieve basket
Capacity of standard tank 100 l
Capacity of cooling lubricant tank 570 l
Cooling system without high-pressure pump with paper band filter
Capacity of standard tank 100 l
Capacity of cooling lubricant tank 570 l

Internal cooling lubricant supply Capacity of standard tank 100 l 100 l

with paper band filter Capacity of cooling lubricant tank 570 l 1000 l
Pressure (manually adjustable up to) max. 40 bar / max. 80 bar /
20 l/min 29 l /min
Mains connection (ICS) - 400 V / 50 Hz
Power consumption (ICS) - 17 kVA

Hydraulics Operating pressure 120 bar

Central lubrication Minimum grease lubrication quantity

Connected loads (machine) Mains connection 400 V / 50 Hz

Power consumption 45 kVA
Compressed air 6 bar

Weight (standard version without optional extras, attachments, Approx. 13.0 t

workpieces and cooling lubricant)

Included in standard delivery

Available upon request
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Options
The C 42 is prepared for anything: Numerous optional extras make machining even more
efficient and powerful in real applications and enable you to optimise your work with the
machining centre still further.

C 42 standard machine dimensions

1 Machine
2 Emulsion mist extraction
8 Chip drawer

2 1
dynamic

3290
3370

C 42 U

2650
1680 ± 100

1750
4000

120

1700 680 2450 250

Options

- Additional magazine - Chip drawer - Laminated safety glass panes - Sealing air for scales
- Automatic cabin door - Control panel height adjustable - Emulsion mist extraction - Stainless steel production booth
- Automatic cabin top with 19" swivel screen - Pallet clamping system - Status lamp
- Bed flushing - Cooling lubricant nozzle - Pallet storage - Touch probe with preparation
- BDE-signal - Electr. heat compensation - Pallet changer - Tool breakage monitoring /
- Blow air through spindle centre - Recooling unit for ICS - Precision packages measuring
- Chip cart - Graphite machining packages - Preparation button
- Chip conveyor - Internal cooling lubricant supply - Rotating transparent window

C 42 dimensions . Additional magazine ZM 43 / ZM 87

1 Machine
2 Emulsion mist extraction
3 Chip conveyor
4 Chip cart
2 1 5 Internal cooling lubricant
supply
6 Recooling unit for ICS
3430

7
dynamic

7 Additional magazine ZM 43 /
3370

C 42 U

3290

5 ZM 87
1680 ± 100
2150

6
1380

4 3
1160

3390

720 1110

6 7
860
1530

5
2
4370
4000

4 3
1
120

1700 1580 2450 250

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- Additional magazine - Chip drawer - Laminated safety glass panes - Sealing air for scales
- Automatic cabin door - Control panel height adjustable - Emulsion mist extraction - Stainless steel production booth
- Automatic cabin top with 19" swivel screen - Pallet clamping system - Status lamp
- Bed flushing - Cooling lubricant nozzle - Pallet storage - Touch probe with preparation
- BDE-signal - Electr. heat compensation - Pallet changer - Tool breakage monitoring /
- Blow air through spindle centre - Recooling unit for ICS - Precision packages measuring
- Chip cart - Graphite machining packages - Preparation button
- Chip conveyor - Internal cooling lubricant supply - Rotating transparent window

C 42 dimensions . Additional magazine single

1 Machine
2 Emulsion mist extraction
3 Chip conveyor
4 Chip cart
2 1 5 Internal cooling lubricant supply
9 6 Recooling unit for ICS
9 Additional magazine single
3290
dynamic
3370

C 42 U

3000

5
1680 ± 100
2150
1380

6 4 3
1160

3620

720 1110

6
860

9
1530

5
2
4000

4 3
1
120

1700 1580 2450 250

C 42 dimensions . Additional magazine double

1 Machine
2 Emulsion mist extraction
3 Chip conveyor
4 Chip cart
2 1 5 Internal cooling lubricant
10 supply
6 Recooling unit for ICS
3000
dynamic

9 Magazine extension ZM 87
3370

C 42 U

3290

5 10 Additional magazine double

1680 ± 100
2150
1380

6
1160

4 3

5260

720 1110

10
860

6
1530

5
2
5340
4000

4 3
1
120

1700 1580 2450 250

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- Additional magazine - Chip drawer - Laminated safety glass panes - Sealing air for scales
- Automatic cabin door - Control panel height adjustable - Emulsion mist extraction - Stainless steel production booth
- Automatic cabin top with 19" swivel screen - Pallet clamping system - Status lamp
- Bed flushing - Cooling lubricant nozzle - Pallet storage - Touch probe with preparation
- BDE-signal - Electr. heat compensation - Pallet changer - Tool breakage monitoring /
- Blow air through spindle centre - Recooling unit for ICS - Precision packages measuring
- Chip cart - Graphite machining packages - Preparation button
- Chip conveyor - Internal cooling lubricant supply - Rotating transparent window

C 42 U MT dimensions

1 Machine
2 Emulsion mist extraction
3 Chip conveyor
4 Chip cart
1
2 5 Internal cooling lubricant supply
11
6 Recooling unit for ICS
11 C 42 U MT reinforced top section
dynamic

3290
C 42 U MT
3370

5
2840
1680 ± 100
2150

6
1380

4 3
1160

1750

720 1110

6
860
1530

5
2
4000

4 3
1
120

11

1700 1580 2450 250

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Automation
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Automation . C 42
Everybody is talking about automation, but it’s much more than just a trend. We ourselves
have changed from being a machine manufacturer to a process provider because we believe
that the decisive criterion for automated efficiency is integration of the entire environment.
In keeping with this philosophy, we are continuing what began with economical pallet
changing and intelligent handling systems with highly advanced robot solutions. Therefore,
we have long been capable of converting machines into flexible manufacturing cells.

Robot system with pallet racks

Robot system loading the machine

RS 2 Kombi robot system setup station and rack arrangement RS 2 Kombi robot system
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Automation . C 42
Our pallet changer is setting new standards for parallel setup in our highly dynamic machining
centres. A further increase in productivity allows for more adaptable storage systems.
Machining centres can be set up via pallet storage for production-oriented machine runs with
minimum operator interference/without operator interference or for customer-specific runs
using a wide range of parts.
Furthermore, multiple machining centres can be linked to form a complete manufacturing
system.

Technical data PW 850 . Compact pallet changer

- Repeating accuracy: < 0.01 mm
- Broad hinged double doors with optimum access to the setup
station
- Side access door with direct access to working area
- Control panel swivels across machine working area
- Can be equipped with double or triple storage

- Pallet dimensions / workpiece sizes

400 x 400 / Ø 500 mm
500 x 500 / Ø 630 mm
630 x 500 / Ø 736 mm
Pallet changer PW 850 630 x 630 / Ø 800 mm

- Pallet spaces Without storage: 3

With double storage: 5
With triple storage: 6

- Transport weight With double storage: max. 850 kg incl. pallet

With triple storage: max. 600 kg incl. pallet

Pallet changer PW 850

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From a single source.
Hermle - milling at its best. We stand for
- Machining centres and automation solutions from a single source.
- High system expertise during planning, installation and maintenance.
- 3 -, 4- and 5-axis machining centres for which we ourselves manufacture and install all
components including table units, main spindles and entire sheet metal enclosures.
- Automation solutions from pallet changing systems and pallet storage, tool magazines
and flexible manufacturing systems to custom turnkey solutions.

Pallet changer PW 850 IH systems

RS 1 robot system RS 2 robot system

RS 3 robot system
Basic system plus 2 machines . 90˚

Basic system plus 2 machines . 180˚

Basic system plus 3 machines

RS Linear robot system

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Precision
Precision in every dimension: Hermle has a thorough understanding of the requirements for manufacturing high-precision
machining centres for processing smaller and larger workpieces of up to 2.5 t in weight. For this reason, "The Original" only uses
German machines for production and materials from European suppliers.
Furthermore, the entire machining production department is fully air conditioned and kept clean by a central chip disposal
system.
Hermle machining centres have also been thoroughly tested by intensive endurance tests and in manufacture-oriented
machining processes in our own machining manufacturing department. Our meticulous manufacturing processes allow Hermle
to set new precision standards which undercut those demanded by the DIN/ISO 10791 standard in every way.
At Hermle, we distinguish between positioning precision (accuracy with which a certain position within the working area can be
pinpointed on one axis) and geometric precision.
The latter is significant for the precision of the entire machine – it encompasses the following factors:
- Positioning of linear and rotary axes
- Straightness and angular deviation of the linear axes
- Rectangularity and parallel alignment of all axes to one other
- Concentricity and axial run-out of the table
- Concentricity of the working spindle

The precision of Hermle machining centres originates during mechanical production and is not produced by subsequent
electronic compensation. This further improves the precision of the individual axes (precision package 1 and 2).
 Precision levels Improved precision
packages
Hermle standard: Precision package 1

X-Y-Z: Pos. tolerance ≤ 8 µ
(linear axes X, Y, and Z)
A: Pos. tolerance ≤16"
- Straightness optimisation
C: Pos. tolerance ≤ 9"
- Geometry adjustment and optimisation
- Straightness measurement
Hermle improved precision*: - X, Y, Z positioning accuracy Pos. tolerance ≤ 5 µ
- Laser measurement according to VDI/DGQ 3441 or

X-Y-Z: Pos. tolerance ≤ 5 µ ISO 230-2
A: Pos. tolerance ≤10"

C: Pos. tolerance ≤ 6"

Precision package 2*
(rotary axes A and C)
- Table geometry
- Axial run-out bearings
*To achieve improved precision, components must be
- C axis position
selected with care. Tolerances must also be taken into
- Adjustment of complete table
account whilst the machine is still being constructed.
- Position of A and C axes relative to basic geometry
Hermle also recommends the HSK-A 63 tool holding
- Indexing precision A 10"
fixture, electr. heat compensation, an ICS recooling unit
- Indexing precision C 6"
and two-sided A axis drive.
- Laser measurement according to VDI/DGQ 3441 or
Test and operating conditions are as follows: air
ISO 230-2
conditioned room (+20 ˚C, +/- 2 ˚C) and temperature
fluctuation of only 0.5 ˚C in one hour or max. 2 ˚C within
*Not available for MT variants.
24 hours.

+y

+x

Run 1

Run 2
5.0 µm / scale div.
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Energy efficiency
Both manufacturer and customer benefit from efficient production processes. Therefore, Hermle
has focused on integrated resource sustainability and energy efficiency for many years. We can
rightly claim pioneer status in the Blue Competence initiative founded by the VDW (German
Machine Tool Builders Association).
From development to low-energy manufacturing (with a high level of in-house production) to the
operation of CNC machining centres - Hermle has stood for a principle of sustainable environ-
mental protection combined with economic considerations for many years. Energy recovery is
just one of the advantages enjoyed by our customers.
EFFICIENT Efficient
MANUFACTURING operation

We use energy efficient manufacturing methods not Our machining centres are energy efficient both during
because it is the current trend or because it is required of their manufacture and during operation.
us, but on principle. And we always have.
Energy recovery has been standard at Hermle for
Low energy component manufacture over 20 years
- Mineral casting technology
- Lightweight construction High quality servo axes

Virtual machine optimisation / machine development Ideal drive design for

the respective application
Reduced of transport energy consumption
- High levels of in-house production Demand-based cooling technology
- Just one production plant both for dimensioning and
- Locally sourced components in application
and materials
- No material tourism De-energize system:
Up to 80% less energy consumption
High-quality, high-effciency components in stand-by mode
- Ball screws
- Guideways Very long machine service life
- Antifriction bearing etc.

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Services
The perfection we insist on for our the development and production of our machines is also
mirrored by our service department. Our service team provides more than just spare parts and
rapid response support within hours. At Hermle, we see ourselves as a comprehensive service
provider which provides customers with numerous benefits.

Alongside standard services, these include:

- Our superior, cost-effective, practical and flexible training programmes carried out by sales
representatives directly at the customers' premises.
- Our continual pursuit of optimisation and perfection. Our motto – those who stop improving
today will not make the grade tomorrow.
- Intensive expert consultation on milling in general, programming and handling of our
products.
- Our application technicians who are experts in machining processes and who are quick
to assist and advise our customers.
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Berthold Hermle AG
Industriestraße 8-12
D-78559 Gosheim

Phone +49 (0)7426 95 - 0

Fax +49 (0)7426 95 -1309

info@hermle.de
www.hermle.de
Subject to technical modifications. 04/15/C42/1000/EN/ST

The machining examples used in this leaflet are published with the explicit and kind permission of our customers.
The information in this brochure only contains general descriptions and/or performance features that, in a
concrete application, may not always apply in the form described or represented here or may have changed due
to further development of the products. The performance features desired shall only be binding if they have been
expressly agreed upon in writing at the time of the contract. The machines illustrated may include some options,
accessories and control unit alternatives.