HD-500M for Integrated Stone Fabrication
The biggest difference between HD-500M and a conventional Stone Cutting Machine is the production concept.
A traditional stone cutting machine primarily focuses on cutting.
HD-500M combines:
5-Axis CNC Cutting + CNC Routing + Milling + Drilling
This makes it better suited to production environments where a finished stone component requires several machining processes.
HD-500M vs. Other Stone Cutting Machines
| Model | Configuration | Primary Positioning |
|---|---|---|
| HD-350T | 3 Axis | Standard CNC stone cutting |
| HD-350P | 3+1 Axis | 3-axis cutting + independent milling |
| HD-350M | 4+1 Axis | 4-axis cutting + independent milling |
| HD-500M | 5+1 Axis | 5-axis cutting + independent CNC router |
HD-500M should therefore be positioned as the advanced model in the HORD Stone Cutting Machines series, rather than simply another bridge saw.
Materials Processed
HD-500M can be configured for compatible applications involving:
- Marble
- Granite
- Quartz
- Quartzite
- Porcelain
- Sintered Stone
The correct blade, router bit, spindle speed, feed rate and cooling method should be selected according to the material and machining operation.
Who Should Choose HD-500M?
HD-500M is a suitable choice for stone fabricators that:
- Process customized countertops
- Require 5-axis cutting capability
- Need CNC routing and milling
- Produce sink and basin openings
- Manufacture complex stone components
- Process architectural stone
- Want to combine multiple compatible operations on one CNC machine
For customers mainly performing standard straight slab cutting, a simpler 3-axis configuration may be more economical.
For customers requiring greater cutting flexibility and integrated machining, HD-500M provides a more advanced solution.
Related Stone Fabrication Solutions
For customers comparing different machine configurations, HORD’s Stone Cutting Machines range includes different CNC configurations for different levels of stone fabrication.
The HD-350T 3-Axis CNC Stone Cutting Machine is suitable for standard CNC slab cutting.
The HD-350P 3+1 Axis CNC Stone Cutting Machine adds an independent milling system for secondary stone machining.
The HD-350M 4+1 Axis CNC Stone Cutting Machine provides additional cutting flexibility together with independent milling.
HD-500M is positioned at the advanced end with its 5+1 axis CNC cutting and independent CNC router configuration.
For customers looking for broader multifunctional stone processing beyond cutting, CNC Stone Fabrication Centers provide another equipment category to consider.
FAQ
What is the HD-500M?
HD-500M is a 5+1 Axis CNC Stone Cutting Machine with CNC Router designed for advanced stone cutting and secondary machining.
What does 5+1 axis mean?
The five-axis CNC system controls the main cutting process, while the additional “+1” represents the independent CNC router.
What is the main advantage of HD-500M?
Its main advantage is the combination of 5-axis CNC stone cutting and independent CNC routing, providing greater fabrication flexibility than conventional 3-axis machines.
Can HD-500M process countertops?
Yes. It is designed for advanced countertop fabrication, including cutting, sink openings, drilling, routing and selected milling operations.
Can HD-500M make sink openings?
Yes. The independent CNC router can be configured for suitable sink and basin opening applications.
Can it drill faucet holes?
Yes. Suitable drilling operations can be performed with the appropriate tooling.
Can HD-500M process marble and granite?
Yes. Marble and granite are suitable materials for compatible cutting and machining applications.
Can it cut quartz and quartzite?
Yes. HD-500M can be configured for compatible quartz and quartzite cutting and machining applications.
Can HD-500M process porcelain and sintered stone?
Yes, for suitable applications using the correct diamond tooling and machining parameters.
Is HD-500M suitable for complex stone shapes?
Yes. Its 5-axis cutting system provides greater flexibility for selected angled, curved and customized geometries.
What is the difference between HD-500M and HD-350M?
HD-350M uses a 4+1 configuration, while HD-500M uses a 5+1 configuration with an independent CNC router and is positioned for more advanced fabrication requirements.
Is HD-500M suitable for architectural stone?
Yes. Its 5-axis cutting and CNC routing capabilities make it suitable for selected architectural stone applications.
Is HD-500M a CNC machining center?
HD-500M is a multifunctional CNC stone fabrication machine combining 5-axis cutting with CNC routing. Its machining capability depends on the final configuration and tooling.
What materials can HD-500M process?
Typical materials include marble, granite, quartz, quartzite, porcelain and sintered stone, subject to the final tooling and machine configuration.
How do I choose the right HD-500M configuration?
Provide your material, maximum slab size, typical cutting shapes, sink requirements, routing operations and production volume. HORD can recommend the appropriate configuration based on your actual fabrication process.
