Chiron DZ 25 P Five Axis
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Overview
The Chiron DZ 25 P Five Axis is Chiron's ultimate high-throughput 5-axis production platform for large aluminum components, combining twin-spindle machining, independent X and Z axis control, simultaneous 5-axis capability on both spindles, and an integrated pallet changer for automated workpiece exchange. The "P" designation signals production-optimized with pallet automation — a direct statement of this machine's purpose as a dedicated production cell rather than a flexible machining center.
Built on the Series 25 platform with 800 mm spindle distance, the DZ 25 P Five Axis provides X/Y/Z travels of approximately 830 x 630 x 630 mm per spindle. The pallet changer loads new workpieces into the machining zone while the spindles cut the current parts, effectively eliminating load/unload downtime and pushing spindle utilization above 90% on both spindles simultaneously. When combined with independent X and Z axis control — which allows tool changes on one spindle while the other cuts — the DZ 25 P Five Axis represents Chiron's maximum achievable throughput configuration on large 5-axis parts.
Chiron specifically markets the DZ 25 P Five Axis for high-speed aluminum production, where its 20,000 RPM HSK-A63 spindles and high linear direct-drive dynamics translate directly into metal removal rate and cycle time. HSK-A100 torque spindles with up to 400 Nm are available for operations requiring heavier cuts in steel or titanium, though the machine's architecture is optimized for aluminum. The mineral-cast machine bed, water-cooled drives, and up to 2 x 77 tool magazines complete a platform designed for 24/7 production environments.
New DZ 25 P Five Axis machines typically price between $850,000 and $1,200,000, positioning them among Chiron's most expensive standard offerings. The investment is justified in automotive and aerospace production programs where the combined output of twin spindles, pallet automation, and 5-axis capability can displace multiple standalone machining centers. Competitors include the Heller HF 5500, Grob G750T dual-spindle variants, and production-optimized horizontals from MAG and Mori Seiki.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 830 mm (32.7 in) per spindle |
| Y-Axis Travel | 630 mm (24.8 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 630 mm (24.8 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM standard (up to 40,000 RPM optional) |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 standard (HSK-A100 optional) |
| Spindle Torque | Up to 400 Nm (295 ft-lb) with HSK-A100 option |
| Spindle Configuration | Twin-spindle (DZ) with independent X and Z axes |
| Spindle Distance | 800 mm (31.5 in) |
| A Axis Range | Direct drive swivel axis per spindle |
| C Axis Range | 360° continuous direct drive per spindle |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 500 kg (1,102 lb) per pallet position |
| Tool Capacity | Up to 2 x 77 tools |
| Workpiece Changer | Integrated pallet changer |
| Axis Drives | Linear direct drives on X, Y, Z; direct drives on A, C |
| Machine Bed | Mineral cast |
| CNC Control | Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl |
| Thermal Management | Water-cooled drives on all axes and spindles |
| English | Greek |
| Chiron | ΧείÏÏν (translit. CheÃrÅn) |
| Phonetic | IPA |
| Kahy Ron | /Ëkaɪ rÉn/ |
| Father | Mother |
| Cronus | Philyra |
| Brothers | Sisters |
| Hadeszeusposeidon | HeraDemeterHestia |
| Daughters | Son |
| Endeishippoocyrhoe | Carystus |
Specifications sourced from chiron-group.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Maximum throughput for large 5-axis aluminum parts: twin spindles + independent axes + pallet changer + 5-axis capability compounds into exceptional output per square meter
- Pallet changer eliminates load/unload downtime on both spindles simultaneously, pushing total spindle utilization above 90%
- 800 mm spindle distance handles parts too large for the Series 15, 16, and 18 twin-spindle platforms, opening large aluminum components to twin-spindle economics
- Independent X and Z axis control per spindle allows tool changes during cutting, adding another layer of non-cutting time reduction
- Full simultaneous 5-axis on both spindles enables complex contoured surfaces and undercut features on large production parts in a single setup
- Linear direct drives on all axes with direct-drive rotary axes provide the dynamics needed for high-speed aluminum machining at 20,000 RPM
Limitations
- Starting price around $850,000 is among Chiron's highest and demands rigorous production volume justification before purchase
- Purpose-built for high-volume identical large aluminum parts — both spindles must run the same 5-axis program simultaneously with no mixed-part flexibility
- Large machine weight and footprint require significant factory infrastructure: reinforced foundations, overhead crane access, and large coolant management systems
- Chiron's North American service network for large production platforms is less developed than established competitors such as Mazak and DMG Mori
- Complexity of programming, fixturing, and validating 5-axis twin-spindle pallet operations requires experienced process engineering resources
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New DZ 25 P Five Axis machines typically price between $850,000 and $1,200,000. This is Chiron's highest-investment standard production configuration, reflecting the combination of twin-spindle independent axes, full 5-axis on both spindles, pallet changer, and Series 25 large-envelope platform. ROI analysis typically requires confirmed production programs before order.
02
Both machines share the same Series 25 twin-spindle platform with 800 mm spindle distance, independent X/Z axis control, and full simultaneous 5-axis on both spindles. The DZ 25 P Five Axis adds an integrated pallet changer that loads new workpieces during cutting, eliminating load/unload downtime. The P variant costs approximately $150,000 more and is justified where pallet automation's spindle utilization gains exceed the cost difference.
03
The DZ 25 P Five Axis combines three throughput multipliers: twin spindles (roughly 2x output), pallet changer (eliminates load/unload, adding 10-20% more cutting time), and independent axis control (allows tool changes during cutting, reducing dead time per cycle). Combined, a well-programmed DZ 25 P Five Axis can approach 5-6x the throughput of a single-spindle 5-axis machine without automation.
04
While Chiron positions the DZ 25 P platform specifically for aluminum production — where high-speed spindles and rapid dynamics provide the greatest advantage — the HSK-A100 torque spindle option with 400 Nm handles steel, titanium, and cast iron. However, for sustained heavy-duty production in hard materials, the lower RPM and higher torque demands of steel and titanium reduce the speed advantages the machine is optimized to exploit.
05
The integrated pallet changer provides automated workpiece exchange for unattended operation over a pallet pool cycle. For extended lights-out production, Chiron offers expanded pallet pools and robotic loading integration that can sustain unmanned operation through an entire shift. The 2 x 77 tool magazines provide sufficient tool capacity for complex parts across unmanned runs.
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