About this machine

The Depo HF 2012 is a used machining center — sometimes referred to as a CNC machining centre or milling centre — built for high-precision metal removal work including the manufacture of tools, molds, and dies. Machining centers of this type combine milling, drilling, and contouring operations under CNC control, making them a cornerstone of toolmaking and precision engineering workshops.

This machine is configured as a 7-axis unit with a permanent gantry design, an arrangement that prioritises rigidity and controlled dynamics over the full working envelope. The structural concept follows a double-girder and cross-slide layout, with the milling unit housed in a fully internally guided box-in-box configuration. This box-in-box design keeps the slide supported on all sides throughout its travel, contributing to consistent geometric accuracy regardless of cutting load.

Five-sided milling capability is achieved through the combination of a rotary table, a sliding table, and a 2-axis yoke milling head, allowing complex workpiece faces to be reached without repositioning the part. The machine is described as being specially developed for toolmaking, mold making, and die work — applications that demand both high geometric fidelity and the ability to machine deep, intricate contours. The seller notes that chip disposal is particularly well managed in deep-contour situations, which is a meaningful practical consideration in this class of work.

The load-symmetric and thermosymmetric construction is intended to minimise thermally induced dimensional drift, supporting consistently repeatable surface quality during extended production runs. The enclosed construction further aids swarf management and helps maintain a stable thermal environment around the cutting zone. Roughing and finishing operations can be performed in a single fixture, reducing setup time and the risk of re-fixturing errors. The machine is also noted for ground-level operator accessibility, an ergonomic feature that simplifies setup, inspection, and intervention during machining.

This example was manufactured in 2005, is offered in used condition, and is currently located in Portugal.

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