Orion Fx

Fx5500 | Fx8000 | Fx10000

ORION Fx series, developed on the proven ORION HMC platform, balances precision and speed for complex parts machining. Designed for import substitution, it meets world-class standards and is applied across aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, and global engineering industries.

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Standard Features

  • HSK spindle taper
  • Motorized (Integral) spindle
  • Spindle cooling B & C axis cooling system
  • AC servo drives for all axes
  • ú Ball-screw cooling system
  • Continuous Direct Drive rotary table (0.001 deg x 360,000)
  • Continuous swivel axis 0.001 deg
  • Pneumatic counterbalance for vertical axis
  • Single sheet covers for Z-axis/ Telescopic cover
  • Automatic centralized oil lubrication system
  • Stainless Steel Lamella covers for X&Y axes and Stainless Steel Single sheet cover for Z axis.
  • Air blast for spindle taper cleaning
  • Slat Chip conveyor inside the machine, in the cutting area
  • 60 tools, servo-driven tool magazine & tool changer
  • Overhead shower wash
  • Basic coolant system with Scraper chip conveyor with drum filter
  • High-pressure coolant through spindle system 40 bar with paper band filtration system
  • Hydraulic power pack with air blast oil cooler
  • 10.4″ color LCD display
  • 3-tier signal lamp, machine lamp
  • Machine alarm diagnostics
  • Ballscrew core for cooling all three axes

Unique Features

  • Simultaneous 5 axes
  • Thermally symmetric structure
  • Servo driven – APC, ATC & Tool Magazine, Index Table for higher reliability & Productivity
  • High speed spindle
  • Extensive series range
  • Modular design
  • Indigenous developed technology

Optional Features

  • Automatic pallet changer (Servo-driven, Rotary type)
  • Milling and Turning table, Dia 800, 500 rpm for Fx8000
  • Automation and SMED compatible
  • Tool kit for checking & correcting kinematic precision
  • Automatic centralized grease lubrication system
  • Cad model post processor
  • Milling and Turning table, Dia 630, 700 rpm for Fx8000
  • Mist collector
  • Machine Collision monitoring
  • 15″ color LCD Display
  • IIoT 4.0
  • Customer-specified machine colors
  • Coolant chiller
  • Visiport
  • High torque spindle for Fx8000 & Fx10000]High-pressure coolant thru spindle system 60 bar
  • Hydraulic connections through pallets with auto couplers (Fx5500 & Fx8000)
  • ATC side tool breakage sensor
  • Part probing
  • Laser measuring system for tool offset & tool breakage

Specification Details

ORION Fx series has been developed on the proven platform of ORION series Horizontal Machining Centers. Innovated to meet the configuration for the Balance of Precision and speed for Complex Precision Parts Machining. Import Substitution. Introduced to meet the demand for World-class HMCs for the Indian and global market. ORION Fx series is extensively applied to the industries of Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, Energy, and more.

Orion Fx
FX 5500
FX 8000
FX 10000
Pallet size (mm)
500 × 500
630 × 630 (800 × 800)
1000 × 1000
Axes X / Y / Z (mm)
800 / 1000 / 800
1250 / 1250 / 1000
1600 / 1400 / 1250
Axis A
-30° to +180°
-30° to +180°
-30° to +180°
Axis C
360°
360°
360°
Spindle speed (rpm)
12000
8000
80000
Spindle power (kW)
28
63
63
Payload (kg)
700
1500
3000

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What is Orion Fx?

Orion Fx is a 5-axis multi process horizontal machining center series developed on the proven Orion HMC platform. It is designed to balance precision and speed for complex parts machining, with a production-focused architecture that supports fewer setups, repeatable results, and competitive cycle times.

Orion Fx models include Fx5500, Fx8000, and Fx10000. The series is applied across aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, tooling, mould making, and general engineering where complex 5-axis geometry and stable process performance matter.

Key advantages of the Orion Fx series

Simultaneous 5-axis capability for complex parts

Orion Fx is designed for simultaneous 5-axis machining, enabling complex geometry machining with fewer re-clamps and fewer alignment errors. This supports better feature-to-feature accuracy, improved consistency, and more complete machining in a single setup.

Thermally symmetric, thermo-friendly design

Orion Fx emphasizes thermo-friendly design and thermally symmetric structures, supported by multiple cooling systems. In practical production terms, thermal control helps reduce drift during warm-up and long cycles, supporting more stable accuracy across shifts.

High-speed motorized spindle with HSK tooling

The series uses a motorized (integral) spindle with HSK taper options, supporting stable tool interface performance for demanding machining. Model-dependent spindle taper options include HSK A63 and HSK A100.

Continuous direct-drive rotary table and swivel axis resolution

Orion Fx includes a continuous direct-drive rotary table and a continuous swivel axis with fine resolution. This supports smooth multi-axis motion, accurate indexing, and better surface finish on complex 5-axis toolpaths.

Productivity through servo-driven tool and pallet systems

The platform highlights servo-driven systems for higher reliability and productivity, including tool magazine and tool changer capability. This supports more efficient production rhythm when parts require many tools and repeated tool changes.

Chip control and coolant strategy built for production

Orion Fx is designed with chip handling and washing strategies to reduce chip accumulation during long programs. This helps protect surface finish, stabilise tool life, and support more predictable unattended or semi-attended operation.

Orion Fx configurations

Standard platform foundation

Orion Fx includes a production-ready standard configuration built around precision, thermal stability, and shopfloor reliability.

  • Motorized spindle with HSK taper and spindle cooling

  • Cooling systems for B and C axes, and a ball-screw cooling system

  • Continuous direct drive rotary table and continuous swivel axis capability

  • AC servo drives for all axes

  • Pneumatic counterbalance for the vertical axis

  • Automatic centralized oil lubrication

  • Stainless steel lamella covers for axis protection

  • Air blast for spindle taper cleaning

  • Chip conveyor inside the cutting area and overhead shower wash

  • Servo-driven tool magazine and tool changer with 60 tools as standard

  • Basic coolant system with scraper chip conveyor and drum filter

  • High-pressure coolant through spindle system (40 bar) with paper band filtration

  • Hydraulic power pack with air blast oil cooler

  • Operator safety and shopfloor essentials such as alarm diagnostics, signal lamp, and machine lamp

Optional upgrades for multi-process flexibility and process security

Orion Fx can be configured with options that enhance automation readiness, measurement capability, and machining flexibility.

  • Automatic pallet changer (servo-driven, rotary type) for higher spindle utilisation and faster changeovers

  • Milling and turning table options for Fx8000 (model-specific), supporting combined operations when required

  • High-pressure coolant through spindle upgrades up to 60 bar for Fx8000 and Fx10000 (model-specific)

  • Tool breakage sensing, laser measuring system for tool offset and tool breakage, and part probing for stronger process security

  • Collision monitoring and additional guarding/visibility options such as Visiport

  • Coolant chiller and mist collector for cleaner and more stable production environments

  • IIoT 4.0 and user-screen options for production monitoring and machine condition awareness

Model sizing overview

Orion Fx is offered in three core models to match different component sizes and payload requirements.

  • Fx5500: 500 x 500 pallet, X/Y/Z travels 800/1000/800 mm, standard spindle speed 12,000 rpm, load capacity 700 kg

  • Fx8000: 630 x 630 pallet (800 x 800 option), X/Y/Z travels 1250/1250/1000 mm, standard spindle speed 8,000 rpm, load capacity 1,500 kg

  • Fx10000: 1000 x 1000 pallet, X/Y/Z travels 1600/1400/1250 mm, standard spindle speed 8,000 rpm, load capacity 3,000 kg

Typical applications for Orion Fx

Orion Fx is designed for complex precision parts where 5-axis capability reduces setups and improves consistency.

Common application fit includes:

  • Aerospace components and structures requiring complex 5-axis geometry and stable surface integrity

  • Automotive and mobility parts where throughput, repeatability, and multi-face machining improve output

  • Medical and precision engineering parts requiring accurate 5-axis toolpaths and consistent finish

  • Energy, tooling, and mould making applications where setup reduction and stable machining improve productivity

Conclusion

Orion Fx is a 5-axis multi process horizontal machining center series built to balance precision and speed for complex parts machining. With simultaneous 5-axis capability, thermo-friendly design, high-speed motorized spindle options, direct-drive rotary table and swivel axis capability, and production-focused chip and coolant strategies, Orion Fx is designed for manufacturers who need predictable accuracy and competitive cycle times in demanding industries.

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