PL 600

Pl 600 U/UR/Y : PL 600 - 1000 ABC | PL 600 - 1500 ABC | PL 600 - 2000 ABC | PL 600 - 3000 ABC

Engineered for heavy industries like earthmoving, automobile, agriculture, and construction, it integrates guideways for accuracy and vibration damping, ensures rigidity and superior cutting of molded parts, and provides user-friendly automation to enhance overall machining performance.

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Standard Features

  • Extensive series range, turning lengths 1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 4500 mm in 2 center heights and several configurations.
  • Built on the PL600 platform with same bed, headstock, tailstock, and Z and X axes, so all special features specified in PL600U are applicable here
  • Spindle C axis position feedback is by hollow shaft encoder.
  • In the case of a large spindle bore 180 – 230 mm, the feedback is by normal encoder with timing pulleys and belt
  • Hydraulic power pack with float level switch

Unique Features

  • Single piece cast iron bed
  • Integral hardened and ground guide ways
  • In built geared head stock
  • High rigidity Hydraulic clamping turret
  • Servo live tool turret (Optional)
  • C-Axis and Live tools (Optional)
  • Easy accessibility to turret to tool change

Optional Features

  • Optional higher power Fanuc 30/37 or Siemens 28/34 kW
  • Optional spindle nose A2-15 with larger front bearings for chucks of 630 mm dia.
  • CNC systems from Fanuc and Siemens on request
  • Machine color as per customer requirement
  • Special turret disc suitable for tool shanks of 40 ht x 32 width and up to 110 mm overhang for crankshaft journal turning applications

Specification Details

PL 600 U/UR
1000 ABC
1500 ABC
2000 ABC
Mandrel size (mm)
A2-11 (500) / A2-15 (630)
A2-11 (500) / A2-15 (630)
A2-11 (500) / A2-15 (630)
Maximum turning diameter (on mandrel, mm)
630
630
630
Maximum turning diameter (between the points, mm)
460
460
460
Axis X / (PL600 U/L) (mm)
415 / 1100
415 / 1600
415 / 2140
Axis X/Z (PL600 UR) (mm)
415 / 1100
415 / 1600
415 / 2120
Axes X / Y / Z (mm)
NA
NA
NA
Spindle nose (option)
A2-1 (A2-15)
A2-1 (A2-15)
A2-1 (A2-15)
Spindle power (kW)
22 / 26
22 / 26
22 / 26
Turning tool power (kW)
5.5 kW / 3200 rpm (applicable for PL 600/UR only)
5.5 kW / 3200 rpm (applicable for PL 600/UR only)
5.5 kW / 3200 rpm (applicable for PL 600/UR only)
Max. envelope volume (diameter × length, mm)
460 / 1000
460 / 1500
460 / 2000
PL 600 U/UR
3000 ABC
4000 ABC
4500 ABC
Mandrel size (mm)
A2-11 (500) / A2-15 (630)
A2-11 (500) / A2-15 (630)
A2-11 (500) / A2-15 (630)
Maximum turning diameter (on mandrel, mm)
630
630
610
Maximum turning diameter (between the points, mm)
460
460
460
Axis X / (PL600 U/L) (mm)
415 / 3100
415 / 4100
415 / 4600
Axis X/Z (PL600 UR) (mm)
415 / 3100
415 / 4100
415 / 6620
Axes X / Y / Z (mm)
NA
NA
NA
Spindle nose (option)
A2-1 (A2-15)
A2-1 (A2-15)
A2-1 (A2-15)
Spindle power (kW)
22 / 26
22 / 26
22 / 26
Turning tool power (kW)
5.5 kW / 3200 rpm (applicable for PL 600/UR only)
5.5 kW / 3200 rpm (applicable for PL 600/UR only)
5.5 kW / 3200 rpm (applicable for PL 600/UR only)
Max. envelope volume (diameter × length, mm)
460 / 3000
460 / 4000
460 / 4500
PL 600 UR/Y
1000 ABC
2000 ABC
3000 ABC
Mandrel size (mm)
A2-11 (500)
A2-11 (500)
A2-11 (500)
Maximum turning diameter (on mandrel, mm)
500
500
500
Maximum turning diameter (between the points, mm)
500
500
500
Axis X / (PL600 U/L) (mm)
280 / 790
280 / 1070
280 / 1590
Axis X/Z (PL600 UR) (mm)
NA
NA
NA
Axes X / Y / Z (mm)
300 / 1180 / +/ – 75
300 / 1880 / +/ – 75
300 / 2180 / +/ – 75
Spindle nose (option)
A2-11
A2-11
A2-11
Spindle power (kW)
22 / 26
22 / 26
22 / 26
Turning tool power (kW)
5.5 / 7.5 kW / 3000 rpm
5.5 / 7.5 kW / 3000 rpm
5.5 / 7.5 kW / 3000 rpm
Max. envelope volume (diameter × length, mm)
500 / 1000
500 / 1500
500 / 2000

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What is PL 600?

PL 600 is a high performance CNC horizontal turning center platform designed to meet the needs of heavy engineering industries that demand high-end machining solutions. Built for applications in earthmoving, automotive, agriculture, and construction, PL 600 focuses on rigidity, precision, and vibration damping performance for turning heavy and large-diameter components.

The PL 600 family includes turning and turn-mill capable configurations (PL 600 U, PL 600 UR, and PL 600 R-Y), giving manufacturers a platform that can be matched to pure turning work or expanded into multi-operation machining when C-axis and live tooling are required.

Key advantages of the PL 600 series

Rigid, vibration-damped platform for heavy turning

PL 600 is designed with an optimized structure to improve power utilization and minimise vibration during heavy-duty turning. This supports more stable cutting behaviour, better surface finish, and more predictable tool life—especially on large components and long-cycle jobs.

Integrated guideways for higher precision

PL 600 is designed with integrated guideways (hardened and ground) to support higher precision and consistent performance over time. For production turning, this helps maintain repeatability across shifts and reduces the risk of instability as workloads increase.

Extensive series range for long parts and varied setups

PL 600 is offered across a wide series range with multiple turning lengths (including 1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 4500 mm) and multiple configurations. This makes it easier to select the right machining length and layout for long shafts, heavy components, and large work envelopes.

Production ergonomics with wide chuck-zone access

PL 600 emphasizes working ergonomics with wide access to the chuck zone, supporting easier loading and unloading of heavy parts. In high engineering environments, faster handling and better access often reduce changeover time and improve shopfloor safety.

Turn-mill capability for fewer setups

PL 600 is available in configurations that support C-axis positioning and live tooling, enabling drilling, tapping, and milling operations to be completed on the same machine. This can reduce setups, improve feature-to-feature alignment, and increase overall productivity when parts require more than turning.

PL 600 configurations

Standard platform foundation

PL 600 is built on a platform approach, meaning the core machine architecture remains consistent while configurations are selected based on application.

Key standard elements include:

  • Monoblock cast iron bed and rugged cast iron structural parts for stability

  • Integrated hardened and ground guideways to support precision

  • Integrated geared headstock design for heavy-duty turning performance

  • Hydraulic power pack with level monitoring (float switch)

  • C-axis spindle positioning feedback via encoder (configuration-dependent)

  • High rigidity hydraulic turret designed for stable clamping and vibration-free machining

  • Easy access to the turret area to simplify tool changes and daily operation

Optional upgrades for power, workholding, and multi-process machining

PL 600 can be configured with options that match heavier cutting requirements, larger chuck sizes, and multi-operation machining needs.

Common configuration directions include:

  • Higher spindle power options (available in Fanuc or Siemens motor configurations) for more demanding cutting loads

  • Optional A2-15 spindle nose with larger front bearings to support larger chuck sizes (up to 630 mm)

  • CNC control selection on request (Fanuc or Siemens)

  • C-axis and live tooling options for turn-mill capability (configuration-dependent)

  • Special turret disc options for specific heavy turning applications such as crankshaft journal machining

Typical applications

PL 600 is designed for heavy engineering turning and turn-mill applications where rigidity and vibration damping support consistent output.

Typical part families and use cases include:

  • Large crankshafts and camshaft-type components

  • Rotor shafts and long shaft work

  • Truck axle beams and heavy automotive components

  • Pump bearings and heavy industrial components

  • General heavy engineering turning where long parts and stable cutting are required

Conclusion

PL 600 is a high performance horizontal turning center platform built for heavy engineering environments that require rigid cutting, vibration damping, and repeatable accuracy. With integrated guideways, a monoblock cast iron bed, production-ready ergonomics, and turn-mill capable configurations with C-axis and live tooling options, PL 600 is designed to support stable turning and scalable multi-process machining across industries such as earthmoving, automotive, agriculture, and construction.

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