USED HAAS EC-400PP 2009
The HAAS EC-400PP 2009 is a 4-axis CNC horizontal machining center designed for high-volume production, multi-sided machining, and efficient unattended operation. The EC-400PP combines a horizontal spindle with a twin-pallet system and an integrated pallet pool, allowing operators to load and unload workpieces while another pallet remains available for machining.
The machine is particularly valuable for manufacturers producing automotive components, industrial machinery, aerospace parts, hydraulic components, gearbox housings, pump bodies, and other production parts that require machining on multiple faces.
A typical 2009 HAAS EC-400PP configuration provides approximately 20 inches of X-axis travel, 20 inches of Y-axis travel, and 20 inches of Z-axis travel, with 400 mm twin pallets and a fully integrated 6-station pallet pool. Documented machines from this model year can be equipped with a 12,000 RPM CAT40 spindle, 30 HP spindle motor, 70+1 side-mount tool changer, through-spindle coolant, chip conveyor, and Renishaw probing.
The horizontal spindle configuration also provides excellent chip evacuation, making the EC-400PP especially effective for production machining and long unattended cycles.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – AXIS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | CNC Horizontal Machining Center |
| Year | 2009 |
| Controlled Axes | 4 |
| X Axis Travel | 20 in. / 508 mm |
| Y Axis Travel | 20 in. / 508 mm |
| Z Axis Travel | 20 in. / 508 mm |
| B Axis | 360° Rotary |
| B Axis Indexing | 1° |
| X Rapid Traverse | Approximately 1,000 IPM |
| Y Rapid Traverse | Approximately 1,000 IPM |
| Z Rapid Traverse | Approximately 1,000 IPM |
The four-axis configuration allows the pallet to rotate and position components for machining on multiple faces without repeated manual setup changes.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – PALLET SYSTEM
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Pallet Size | 15.75 × 15.75 in. / 400 × 400 mm |
| Standard Pallets | 2 |
| Integrated Pallet Pool | 6 Stations |
| Total Pallet Positions | 6 Pallet Pool + Machine Pallets |
| Maximum Pallet Load | Approximately 660 lbs. / 300 kg |
| B Axis | Full Rotary |
| Indexing | 1° |
| Pallet Change Time | Approximately 15 sec. |
| Workholding | Vise / Fixture / Tombstone |
The integrated pallet-pool system is one of the defining features of the EC-400PP. It allows multiple jobs to be staged and supports high-mix production or extended unattended operation.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – SPINDLE
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Spindle Type | Inline Direct-Drive |
| Spindle Taper | CAT40 |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | Up to 12,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor | Approximately 30 HP |
| High-Speed Machining | Yes |
| Spindle Orientation | Yes |
| Rigid Tapping | Yes |
| Through-Spindle Coolant | Option / Configuration Dependent |
| Spindle Cooling | Yes |
The 12,000 RPM direct-drive spindle gives the EC-400PP the speed required for high-speed finishing while maintaining sufficient power for production milling.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – AUTOMATIC TOOL CHANGER
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Tool Changer | Side-Mount Automatic Tool Changer |
| Tool Capacity | Up to 70+1 Tools |
| Tool Interface | CAT40 |
| Tool Change | Automatic |
| Tool Selection | Random |
| Maximum Tool Weight | Configuration Dependent |
| Large Tool Capacity | Configuration Dependent |
| Tool Life Management | Yes |
The large-capacity tool changer is particularly valuable when the EC-400PP is used with its pallet pool because multiple programs and different part families can be prepared without constantly changing tooling.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – FEEDRATES
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| X Rapid Traverse | Approximately 1,000 IPM |
| Y Rapid Traverse | Approximately 1,000 IPM |
| Z Rapid Traverse | Approximately 1,000 IPM |
| Maximum Cutting Feed | Approximately 500 IPM |
| Feedrate Override | Yes |
| Rapid Override | Yes |
| High-Speed Positioning | Yes |
Fast axis movement helps minimize non-cutting time and is particularly beneficial when machining components with many holes, pockets, or multiple toolpath transitions.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – CONTROL SYSTEM
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Programming | G-Code |
| 4-Axis Control | Yes |
| B Axis Control | Yes |
| Tool Offset Management | Yes |
| Work Offset Management | Yes |
| Tool Life Management | Yes |
| Rigid Tapping | Yes |
| Program Memory | Configuration Dependent |
| USB | Configuration Dependent |
| Ethernet | Configuration Dependent |
The Haas control provides a familiar programming environment for production machining and supports the coordinated axis, spindle, pallet, and tool-management functions required by the EC-400PP.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – COOLANT & CHIP MANAGEMENT
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Flood Coolant | Yes |
| Coolant System | Yes |
| Through-Spindle Coolant | Available |
| High-Pressure Coolant | Approximately 300 PSI on Equipped Machines |
| Chip Conveyor | Yes |
| Washdown System | Yes |
| Coolant Filtration | Configuration Dependent |
| Air Blast | Configuration Dependent |
The horizontal spindle arrangement naturally directs chips away from the cutting area. A chip conveyor and washdown system further improve chip management during extended production cycles.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – PROBING & PRODUCTION FEATURES
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Wireless Probing | Configuration Dependent |
| Renishaw Probing | Available |
| Tool Measurement | Configuration Dependent |
| Work Offset Probing | Available |
| Tool Break Detection | Configuration Dependent |
| Pallet Management | Yes |
| Remote Jog Handle | Configuration Dependent |
| Second Home Position | Configuration Dependent |
Probing equipment can significantly improve setup speed and repeatability, particularly when several different jobs are being processed through the pallet pool.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – MACHINE CONSTRUCTION
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Structure | Horizontal Machining Center |
| Guideway System | Linear Guideways |
| X Axis Drive | Servo |
| Y Axis Drive | Servo |
| Z Axis Drive | Servo |
| B Axis Drive | Rotary Servo |
| Spindle Drive | Inline Direct Drive |
| Pallet Changer | Automatic |
| Pallet Pool | 6 Stations |
| Heavy-Duty Machining | Yes |
| High-Speed Machining | Yes |
The machine is designed around production efficiency, combining a rigid horizontal machining structure with automatic pallet handling and high-speed axis movement.
HAAS EC-400PP 2009 – GENERAL INFORMATION
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Haas Automation |
| Model | EC-400PP |
| Year | 2009 |
| Machine Type | CNC Horizontal Machining Center |
| Controlled Axes | 4 |
| X Travel | 20 in. |
| Y Travel | 20 in. |
| Z Travel | 20 in. |
| Pallet Size | 400 × 400 mm |
| Machine Pallets | 2 |
| Integrated Pallet Pool | 6 Stations |
| B Axis | 360° |
| B Axis Indexing | 1° |
| Spindle Taper | CAT40 |
| Spindle Speed | Up to 12,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor | Approximately 30 HP |
| Tool Capacity | Up to 70+1 |
| CNC Control | Haas |
| Through-Spindle Coolant | Configuration Dependent |
| Chip Conveyor | Yes |
| Renishaw Probing | Configuration Dependent |
| Rigid Tapping | Yes |
The exact specifications of individual 2009 EC-400PP machines can vary according to spindle package, tool magazine, probing, coolant system, pallet-pool configuration, and factory-installed options.
INDUSTRIES THAT USE HAAS EC-400PP 2009
The HAAS EC-400PP 2009 is suitable for:
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Industrial Machinery
- Energy
- Oil & Gas
- Hydraulic Equipment
- Heavy Equipment
- General Manufacturing
- Precision Engineering
- High-Volume Production
- Job Shops
Its pallet-pool automation makes it especially useful for production environments where spindle utilization and reduced setup time are important.
TYPICAL PARTS HAAS EC-400PP 2009 CAN PRODUCE
The machine can produce:
- Transmission Housings
- Gearbox Components
- Pump Housings
- Valve Bodies
- Hydraulic Manifolds
- Engine Components
- Aerospace Components
- Industrial Housings
- Machine Components
- Fixtures
- Large Brackets
- Precision Castings
Typical operations include face milling, pocket milling, drilling, boring, tapping, reaming, contouring, chamfering, slotting, and multi-face machining.
WHY CHOOSE HAAS EC-400PP 2009
The HAAS EC-400PP 2009 is an excellent choice for manufacturers that need automated horizontal machining and high production throughput.
The combination of twin 400 mm pallets and an integrated 6-station pallet pool allows multiple jobs to be staged and processed with reduced operator intervention. This is particularly valuable for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing as well as repeat production.
The horizontal spindle also provides excellent chip evacuation, while the available 12,000 RPM spindle, large-capacity tool changer, through-spindle coolant, and probing can further improve productivity.
The full 4th-axis pallet system allows components to be machined on multiple faces, reducing fixture changes and improving positional consistency between features.
WHY BUY USED HAAS EC-400PP 2009
Buying a used HAAS EC-400PP 2009 can provide manufacturers with an automated horizontal machining platform at a substantially lower investment than purchasing new equipment.
The pallet-pool configuration is a particularly valuable feature because it allows several jobs to be prepared in advance. A properly equipped machine can operate for extended periods with limited operator intervention.
When purchasing a used EC-400PP, buyers should carefully inspect the main spindle, spindle bearings, CAT40 taper, drawbar, ballscrews, linear guides, B-axis rotary system, pallet changer, pallet-pool mechanism, automatic tool changer, Haas control, probing system, coolant system, chip conveyor, lubrication system, and electrical cabinet.
A complete test should include spindle operation at multiple speeds, automatic tool changes, pallet changes, B-axis indexing, coolant operation, chip-conveyor operation, and a test cut to verify positioning accuracy, repeatability, surface finish, and overall machine performance.
HOW MUCH DOES A USED HAAS EC-400PP 2009 COST?
The price of a used HAAS EC-400PP 2009 depends on spindle hours, cutting hours, machine condition, pallet-pool condition, tool magazine capacity, spindle speed, probing, coolant system, chip conveyor, tooling, and maintenance history.
A documented 2009 EC-400PP configuration can include a 6-pallet integrated pallet pool, 12,000 RPM spindle, 30 HP spindle motor, 70+1 tool changer, through-spindle coolant, chip conveyor, and wireless probing, making configuration an important factor when establishing value.
For used-equipment listing purposes, a reasonable working estimate for a used HAAS EC-400PP 2009 is approximately $55,000 to $90,000 USD, depending heavily on condition, operating hours, configuration, tooling, and location.
A low-hour machine with a healthy spindle, accurate B axis, properly functioning pallet pool, large-capacity tool changer, probing, high-pressure coolant, chip conveyor, and documented maintenance history can command a premium.
Before establishing a final selling price, buyers should verify spindle hours, cutting hours, spindle runout, bearing condition, CAT40 taper condition, drawbar force, B-axis accuracy, pallet changer repeatability, pallet-pool operation, ballscrew backlash, linear-guide condition, ATC operation, CNC control functionality, coolant pressure, chip-conveyor operation, lubrication system, electrical condition, tooling inventory, and overall machine geometry.
