Drill Tap Centre (Drilling & Tapping Machine)
Stallion SD Series — High-Speed · High-Output · Production-Ready
A drill tap centre (also called a drilling and tapping machine) is a compact, high-throughput machining platform optimised for hole-making and threading operations at very high cycle rates. The Stallion SD Series uses a BBT-30 direct-drive spindle running to 20,000 rpm and a reversible servo tool magazine completing tool changes in 1.7 seconds — making it the platform of choice for high-volume automotive, motorcycle, 5G electronics and small-component production where cycle time defines cost-per-piece.
Technical Data
Full Specifications
All SD Series Models
| Specification | SD600 | SD700 | SD800 |
|---|---|---|---|
| X / Y / Z travel (mm) | 600 × 450 × 330 | 700 × 450 × 330 | 800 × 500 × 430 |
| Worktable size (mm) | 700 × 420 | 800 × 420 | 1000 × 500 |
| Max table load (kg) | 250 | 250 | 350 |
| Spindle speed (rpm) | 50–20,000 | 50–20,000 | 50–20,000 |
| Spindle taper / drive | BBT-30 direct drive | BBT-30 direct drive | BBT-30 direct drive |
| Main motor power (kW) | 3.7 / 9 (std) · 13 (HT) | 3.7 / 9 (std) · 13 (HT) | 3.7 / 9 (std) · 13 (HT) |
| Rapid traverse X/Y/Z (m/min) | 48 / 48 / 48 | 48 / 48 / 48 | 48 / 48 / 48 |
| Tool magazine / change time | 21 tools · 1.7 s | 21 tools · 1.7 s | 21 tools · 1.7 s |
| CNC system | FANUC / Mitsubishi | FANUC / Mitsubishi | FANUC / Mitsubishi |
Build & Equipment
Standard Features Optional Equipment
Standard Features
- BBT-30 direct-drive spindle (20,000 rpm)
- High-rigidity Y-shape column
- Reversible servo tool magazine (21 tools)
- 1.7-second tool change without pause
- 48 m/min rapid traverse on all axes
- Compact wide cast base
- Centralised automatic lubrication
Optional Equipment
- High-torque spindle motor (82.8 N·m / 13 kW)
- Coolant-through spindle
- Workpiece probe
- Linear scale feedback
- Mitsubishi CNC option
- Custom workpiece fixturing
Applications
Typical Workpieces
Engine Brackets
Connecting Rods
Phone Casings
Generator Housings
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a drill tap centre?
A drill tap centre (also called a CNC drilling and tapping machine) is a compact, high-throughput machining platform optimised for hole-making, drilling, and threading operations. It typically uses a direct-drive spindle with fast acceleration, lighter mo
How is a tapping centre different from a regular VMC?
A tapping centre is optimised for cycle speed — lighter structure, smaller envelope, faster spindle acceleration, and quicker tool change (often under 2 seconds). A standard VMC carries a heavier structure for general milling. For high-volume small-compon
Why is fast tool change critical in drilling and tapping?
Drilling and tapping operations involve frequent tool swaps — drills, taps, spot-drills, chamfer tools. Every tool change is non-cutting time. Reducing tool change to 1.7 seconds (vs 4–6 seconds on a VMC) compounds into significant per-part time savings a
Which industries are SD Series machines used in?
The SD Series is deployed in automotive components, motorcycle accessories, small generator parts, 5G and communication electronics, clock manufacturing, and any high-volume small-component machining environment where cycle time and uptime define cost-per
Why is the Stallion SD Series superior to competitor drilling-tapping centres?
The SD Series is built around a BBT-30 direct-drive spindle running to 20,000 rpm, paired with a reversible servo tool magazine that completes tool changes in 1.7 seconds without pause — compressing non-cutting time across every cycle. Direct-drive spindl
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