MEGA-72

Flat bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø720 mm (cycle-controlled)
The MEGA-72 is a flat bed lathe with a Ø720 mm swing diameter, perfect for small batches, repairs, and heavy workpieces up to 1.8 tonnes. It combines CNC and handwheel control, offers 18.5/15 kW drive power, and wide guideways for stable cutting. With turning lengths up to 3 m and customizable options like steady rests or C-axis, it adapts flexibly to specific needs.

Machine series

MEGA - Baureihe

Available with

  • Sinumerik One
  • Siemens 828D
  • Fanuc 31i
  • Fanuc 0i Plus
MEGA-72 has Siemens 828D available
MEGA-72 has Fanuc 0i Plus available
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CNC and handwheel control for very small batch production with a 720 mm swing diameter

The lathes of the MEGA series are specifically designed for producing very small batches, performing repair work, and machining particularly heavy and large workpieces.

In addition to numerical control, the MEGA series is equipped with handwheels, allowing operation like a conventional lathe – a significant advantage for repair work and rework machining.

The high drive power of 18.5/15 kW and very wide guideways ensure a stable and efficient cutting process. With the MEGA-72, workpieces weighing up to 1.8 tonnes and with a turning length of up to 3 m can be machined effortlessly.

Main features

  • Extremely heavy and rigid cast iron machine bed
  • High drive power of 18.5/15 kW (Siemens controls)
  • Handwheels for manual operation
  • Workpiece weights up to 1.8 tonnes

Numerous optional features

MEGA series lathes are always configured and manufactured to customer specifications. If your specific requirements exceed standard options, custom solutions can be designed for you. Contact us!

  • Bed lengths: 2 or 3 meters
  • Siemens or Fanuc controls
  • Hydraulic or electrically indexed turret
  • Boring bar holder for upper carriage
  • Steady rests
  • Gear stage adjustments
  • Numerically controlled C-axis
  • Fully enclosed working space

Size of MEGA-72

Max. cutting diameter mm 470
Chuck-Size mm 355
Swing over bed mm 720
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Over 80 years of detailed experience: Hwacheon combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. Our expertise in machine tool manufacturing ensures high production quality and continuous innovation for future-proof concepts in the German market.

Flat Guides

MEGA-72 has Flachführungen available

Excellent Damping Properties: Box or flat guides effectively absorb vibrations from the machining process by transferring them into the machine bed due to their large contact surface. Hand-fitted and scraped by experienced staff, these guides ensure precision. Central oil lubrication provides continuous lubrication with bedway oil, while the Turcite coating on the sliding surface offers excellent emergency running properties. Machines with flat guides are more durable and can handle higher chip volumes. Thanks to these unique features, they are considered particularly powerful and reliable.

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Technical Data

Item Unit MEGA-72
Spindle power kW 18.5 / 15
Spindle speed rpm 30-1500
Spindle torque Nm 892 / 765
Rapid speed m/min 6 / - / 6
Number of tools 4
Machine weight kg 4810
Max. cutting diameter mm 470
Max. cutting length m 2 (3)
Chuck-Size mm 355
Swing over bed mm 720
Max. Bar size mm 90
Coolant tank vol. Liter 145

Features of MEGA-72

Flat Guides

MEGA-72 has Flachführungen available

Excellent Damping Properties: Box or flat guides effectively absorb vibrations from the machining process by transferring them into the machine bed due to their large contact surface. Hand-fitted and scraped by experienced staff, these guides ensure precision. Central oil lubrication provides continuous lubrication with bedway oil, while the Turcite coating on the sliding surface offers excellent emergency running properties. Machines with flat guides are more durable and can handle higher chip volumes. Thanks to these unique features, they are considered particularly powerful and reliable.

Powerful Gear Spindle

High-Torque Drives for Heavy Machining: Lathes with gear spindles offer significantly higher torque than those with motor spindles. By selecting the appropriate gear ratio, torque can be optimally utilized within the speed range of the ideal cutting speed. Large spindle bearings and shaft diameters robustly absorb process forces and peaks, ensuring high durability. The gear stage can be conveniently selected via M-functions.

  • Spindle power
    18.5 / 15
    kW
  • Spindle speed
    30-1500
    rpm
  • Spindle torque
    892 / 765
    Nm

Driven Tools

Precision and Versatility Combined: Driven tools on lathes significantly expand machining capabilities. They enable milling, drilling, and other processes directly on the lathe, reducing re-clamping operations and minimizing downtime. Using various tools in a single setup increases machining accuracy and boosts overall productivity.

Steady Rest Carriage

Stability for Precise Results: The steady rest ensures maximum precision for long workpieces through optimal support. It reduces vibrations, improves surface quality, and enables precise machining even for demanding projects.

High-Quality Pretensioned Ball Screws

Thermal Stability for Precision and Reliability: Pretensioned ball screws reliably and stably compensate for thermal expansion. This technology prevents unwanted elongation of the spindles, ensuring lasting precision and consistently high machining accuracy over extended operating periods.

Automatic Workpiece Changer

Autonomy and Efficiency Maximized: Automatic workpiece changers extend a machine’s unmanned operating time by independently changing workpieces without operator intervention. This supports multi-machine operation, optimizes cost-effectiveness, and maximizes machine utilization during extended operating periods.

Excellent Chip Disposal

Perfect Chip Removal for Your Machine!: Our innovative chip disposal systems reliably remove chips, reduce heat, and optimize machining. High-quality components ensure uninterrupted operation and maximum process reliability.

  • Coolant tank vol.
    145
    Liter

Other features and options

Turret, Tailstock, Clamping Technology, Sinumerik One, Siemens 828D, Fanuc 31i, Fanuc 0i Plus, Chip Conveyor, Workspace, Peripherals and accessories, Machine Size

MEGA-72

Flat bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø720 mm (cycle-controlled)
The MEGA-72 is a flat bed lathe with a Ø720 mm swing diameter, perfect for small batches, repairs, and heavy workpieces up to 1.8 tonnes. It combines CNC and handwheel control, offers 18.5/15 kW drive power, and wide guideways for stable cutting. With turning lengths up to 3 m and customizable options like steady rests or C-axis, it adapts flexibly to specific needs.
Cycle-Controlled Lathes
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Max. cutting diameter mm 470
Chuck-Size mm 355
Swing over bed mm 720

MEGA-110

Flat-bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø1,100 mm (cycle-controlled)
The MEGA-110 is a flat-bed lathe with a Ø1,100-mm swing diameter for small batches and repairs. Featuring 55 kW power, handwheels, and wide guideways, it handles workpieces up to 12 tonnes and 6 m long with stability and efficiency.
Cycle-Controlled Lathes
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Max. cutting diameter mm 1100
Swing over bed mm 1100

MEGA-130

Flat bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø1,300 mm (cycle controlled)
The MEGA-130 is a robust flat bed lathe with a 1,300 mm swing diameter. It combines CNC and handwheel control for versatile machining. With 55 kW drive power and a maximum workpiece weight of 12 tonnes, it is ideal for demanding machining applications.
Cycle-Controlled Lathes
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Max. cutting diameter mm 920
Chuck-Size mm 810
Swing over bed mm 1300

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