DN Solutions Horizontal Machining Centers

DN Solutions HM 1000

$500,000 - $750,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

6,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

ISO 50 (BT50)

Rapid Traverse

24 m/min (945 in/min)

Spindle Power

26/22 kW (35/30 hp)

x axis travel

2,100 mm (83 in)

y axis travel

1,250 mm (49 in)

Overview

The DN Solutions HM 1000 is a heavy-duty 1000mm-pallet horizontal machining center designed for the largest production parts in automotive, construction equipment, and energy applications. With 2,100 x 1,250 x 1,250 mm (83 x 49 x 49 in) of travel and a 1,000 x 1,000 mm pallet, this machine handles workpieces that smaller HMCs can't accommodate.

The ISO 50 taper spindle delivers serious muscle: 26 kW (35 hp) continuous with a massive 1,989 Nm of torque at 6,000 RPM. That's the kind of torque you need for hogging through large cast iron engine blocks, transmission housings, and hydraulic manifolds with large-diameter cutters. The 60-tool magazine keeps enough tooling ready for complex multi-operation cycles.

The 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) pallet capacity puts large castings and heavy weldments within reach. At 29,000 kg (63,934 lb) machine weight, the HM 1000 has the mass to stay rigid during the heavy interrupted cuts that large cast iron parts demand. Rapid traverse runs at 24 m/min — reasonable for a machine this size.

The HM series sits between the HC cost-effective line and the NHM performance line. You're getting a purpose-built large-pallet horizontal with proven reliability, backed by DN Solutions' global service network. For shops running large castings and housings in medium-to-high volume, the HM 1000 delivers the envelope, the torque, and the pallet capacity to handle the work.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	2,100 mm (83 in)
Y Axis Travel	1,250 mm (49 in)
Z Axis Travel	1,250 mm (49 in)
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	26/22 kW (35/30 hp)
Spindle Torque	1,989 Nm (1,467 ft-lb)
Spindle Taper	ISO 50 (BT50)
Pallet Size	Maximum Workpiece weight
Table Load Capacity	3,000 kg (6,614 lb)
Tool Magazine Capacity	60 tools
Rapid Traverse Rate	24 m/min (945 in/min)
Machine Weight	29,000 kg (63,934 lb)
Max Spindle Speed	6000 r/min
X Axis Travel Distance	2100 mm
Y Axis Travel Distance	1250 mm
Metric	IMPERIAL
Travels	X-Axis Travel DistanceY-Axis Travel DistanceZ-Axis Travel Distance
Feed Rates	X-Axis Rapid TraverseY-Axis Rapid TraverseZ-Axis Rapid Traverse
Main Spindle	Max. Spindle SpeedMax. Spindle PowerMax. Spindle TorqueTool Taper
Table	Pallet SizeMaximum Workpiece weight
Tool Storage Capacity	No. of tool station
Dimensions	LengthHeightWidthWeight
Favorites	HM 1250W
1000x1000 Mm	3000 kg
39x39 Inch	6614 lb
1250x1250 Mm	5000 kg
49x49 Inch	11023 lb

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1,000mm pallet with 3,000 kg capacity handles the largest production castings and housings
1,989 Nm of spindle torque powers through heavy roughing with large-diameter face mills and boring bars
2,100 mm X-travel covers long workpieces and multi-part tombstone setups
60-tool magazine supports complex multi-operation cycles without interruption
29,000 kg machine weight provides stability for heavy interrupted cuts in cast iron
ISO 50 taper supports the largest toolholders for maximum rigidity in heavy cutting

Limitations

6,000 RPM spindle speed limits high-speed aluminum work — this is a heavy-cut machine, not a high-speed one
24 m/min rapids are moderate, adding positioning time across the large travel envelope
29-ton machine weight and large footprint require significant floor space and foundation work
Higher price point limits accessibility — shops need consistent large-part volume to justify the investment

Best For

Automotive powertrain plants machining large engine blocks, transmission cases, and cylinder heads Construction equipment manufacturers processing large hydraulic valve bodies and pump housings Energy sector shops machining large compressor housings, turbine components, and valve bodies Heavy equipment OEMs running large cast iron parts in medium-to-high volume production Job shops specializing in large castings that need a dedicated heavy-duty horizontal

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DN Solutions HM 1000 cost?

New HM 1000 machines sell for $500,000 to $750,000 depending on pallet configuration, automation options, and tooling. Multi-pallet configurations with pallet pool systems add significantly to the base price.

02 How does the HM 1000 compare to the HM 1250?

The HM 1250 increases Y and Z travel to 1,500 mm (vs 1,250 mm) and steps up to a 1,250 x 1,250 mm pallet while maintaining the same spindle. Choose the 1250 when your parts need the extra envelope; the 1000 covers most large production work at a lower price.

03 Can the HM 1000 run aluminum efficiently?

It'll cut aluminum fine, but the 6,000 RPM / 50-taper spindle is optimized for torque, not speed. For high-volume aluminum production, a 40-taper machine with 12,000-15,000 RPM would be more efficient. The HM 1000 excels at cast iron, steel, and heavy materials.

04 What automation options are available?

DN Solutions offers dual-pallet APCs and multi-pallet pool systems for the HM series. The 60-tool magazine supports extended unattended cycles, and the horizontal orientation with automatic chip evacuation enables lights-out production when paired with automation.