Economical horizontal milling frame is the Entry-Level Horizontal Machining Center
It delivers core horizontal machining capabilities at a fraction of the cost of a full HMC, making it a cost-effective solution for workshops seeking to expand their horizontal processing capabilities.

Spindle & Motion Architecture
Horizontal Spindle Orientation: Like a traditional HMC, the spindle is mounted horizontally, parallel to the worktable, enabling efficient horizontal milling, boring, and multi-side machining.
Simplified Motion System
Unlike HMCs, the Economical horizontal milling frames adopt a fixed-column, moving-table, retaining the linear X/Y/Z axis motion of a VMC while integrating a horizontal spindle.
High rigidity casting
The machine body is constructed from high-grade cast iron (HT300) with FEM-optimized ribbing, ensuring high static and dynamic rigidity for heavy-duty cutting, similar to HMCs, but without the complex enclosed structure of premium models.
Optional Rotary Table for 4-Sided Machining
By integrating a 4th-axis rotary table on the worktable, the machine can achieve fully automated 4-sided machining of workpieces in a single setup, eliminating the need for manual re-fixturing and significantly improving processing efficiency.
Lubrication
Central automatic lubrication system: The machine is equipped with a central automatic lubrication system.
Space Efficiency
Compared to large, enclosed HMCs, these bed-type horizontal mills have a smaller footprint, making them suitable for workshops with limited floor space.
Operator-Friendly Design
Retains the intuitive operation of VMCs, with easy workpiece access and visibility, reducing training time for operators familiar with vertical machines.
| Model | LW855 | LW970-II | LW970A-II | LW970-P | LW970A-P | LW13 | LWB13 | LW15 | LWB15 | LW1075 | LW1290 | LW1814 |
| Table size (mm) | 550×1000 | 650×1200 | 650×1200 | 700×1300 | 700×1300 | 810×1500 | 810×1500 | 810×1700 | 810×1700 | 600×1300 | 700×1360 | 900×1260 |
| Table left/right X (mm) | 800 | 1100 | 1100 | 1200 | 1200 | 1300 | 1300 | 1500 | 1500 | 1000 | 1200 | 1800 |
| Spindle up/down Y (mm) | 600 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 750 | 900 | 1400 |
| Table back/forth Z (mm) | 550 | 650 | 650 | 700 | 700 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 600 | 700 | 900 |
| X guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Ball linear guide | Ball linear guide | Ball linear guide |
| Y guide | Roller linear guide | Box way | Roller linear guide | Box way | Roller linear guide | Box way | Roller linear guide | Box way | Roller linear guide | Box way | Box way | Box way |
| Z guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Roller linear guide | Ball linear guide | Ball linear guide | Ball linear guide |
| Belt Spindle | BT40-150-8000 | BT40-150-8000 | BT40-150-8000 | BT40-150-8000 | BT40-150-8000 | BT50-155-8000 | BT50-155-8000 | BT50-155-8000 | BT50-155-8000 | BT50-190-6000 | BT50-190-6000 | BT50-190-6000 |
| Remark | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | No Y counter balance | Y counter balance | Y counter balance | Y counter balance |
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