SCM Record 270 CNC
Key Specifications
Working Area (X×Y×Z)
Spindle Power
Max Spindle Speed
Feed Rate
Positioning Accuracy
Control System
Overview
The SCM Record 270 CNC is a high-performance routing and machining center from SCM Group, the Italian manufacturer that has defined industrial woodworking and panel processing technology for decades. The Record 270 targets furniture manufacturers, kitchen cabinet producers, and composite panel fabricators who require the combination of fast cycle times, precision drilling, and flexible routing in a single production platform.
The machine's gantry architecture, reinforced steel frame, and dual-drive axis systems provide the stability needed for accurate routing of MDF, particleboard, solid wood, HPL, and composite panels at production speeds. SCM's proprietary electrospindle technology delivers consistent torque and speed across material types, ensuring clean cut edges in both soft and dense panel materials without operator speed adjustments.
The Record 270's tooling system integrates an automatic tool changer with a large capacity magazine, enabling complex multi-operation programs — drilling, routing, grooving, and cutting — to run in a single automated sequence without manual intervention. SCM's MAESTRO control software provides an intuitive programming environment that connects directly to CAD/CAM output and factory MES systems.
SCM builds the Record 270 for high-volume, high-mix production environments such as custom furniture manufacturers and contract panel processors. The machine is common in European and North American furniture factories where it serves as a production workhorse, delivering consistent quality across shifts with minimal operator oversight. SCM's global service network ensures fast response time for maintenance and spare parts.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Working Area (X×Y×Z) | 4,260 × 2,700 × 200 mm (panel processing) |
| Spindle Power | 18 kW |
| Max Spindle Speed | 24,000 RPM |
| Feed Rate | Up to 100,000 mm/min (rapid); 30,000 mm/min (cutting) |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.1 mm |
| Control System | SCM MAESTRO (PC-based) |
| Table Type | Vacuum zones with T-slot secondary clamping |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 6,500 kg |
| Manufacturer | Cantek |
| Model | WA 8 |
Specifications sourced from machinio.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Proven SCM platform for high-volume furniture and panel production
- Large automatic tool changer enables complex multi-operation sequences
- MAESTRO control software offers easy CAD/CAM integration
- Strong global SCM service and parts network
Limitations
- Z-axis clearance limits deep 3D work and solid wood thick section machining
- Vacuum table optimized for panel stock — irregular castings or profiles need custom fixtures
- High throughput focus means some compromise on ultra-precision tolerance work
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The Record 270 is optimized for MDF, particleboard, HPL (high-pressure laminate), plywood, solid wood, and light composite panels. With appropriate tooling it can also route soft plastics and aluminum composite panels (ACM).
02
The Record 270 uses SCM's MAESTRO control software, which accepts direct DXF, DWG, and standard CAM post-processor output. MAESTRO also integrates with SCM's production management tools for batch scheduling and nesting.
03
Standard configurations include a 12- to 24-tool ATC magazine; extended capacity configurations are available. The ATC supports fast tool changes to minimize idle time between routing, drilling, and cutting operations.
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