Pillar CMJ-HSK: High-Speed Coping Machine with HSK Spindles
Take your woodworking shop to the next level with the Pillar CMJ-HSK, a high-speed coping machine engineered for chip-free end coping, tenoning, finger jointing, and end matching. Designed for medium to large cabinet shops, this machine features two independent HSK-63F spindles with quick-change tool capability, allowing profile switches in just 30 seconds. Processing square or profiled rails in a swift 6-8 second cycle, the CMJ-HSK eliminates the need for backer blocks or chip breakers, delivering tear-out-free results every time. With its robust 1,350 lb. frame and PLC controls, it’s a precision workhorse for shops running multiple profiles daily.
Standout Features and Advantages
- Quick-Change HSK Spindles: Two 11 HP HSK-63F spindles with push-button tool changes reduce downtime, making them ideal for shops with 10 or more daily profiles.
- Chip-Free Excellence: Dual counter-rotating spindles clear the leading edge and process the full width, ensuring clean, tear-out-free cuts.
- Blazing-Fast Cycles: Completes coping or tenoning in 6-8 seconds, capable of processing up to 4000 rails per shift when cutting two parts at once.
- Accurate Alignment: Scissor lock clamp applies up to 600 lbs. of force, with precise spindle adjustments for perfect tool alignment.
- Operator-Friendly PLC: Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) offers simple controls, making it easy to achieve consistent results with minimal training.
- Heavy-Duty Build: 1,350 lb. frame with high-precision square rail guides ensures durability in high-volume production environments.
Perfect For
The Pillar CMJ-HSK is ideal for:
- Medium to large cabinet shops needing rapid, precise coping for multiple rail profiles.
- Woodworkers processing pre-profiled or square parts without backer blocks.
- Manufacturers seeking a high-output machine to streamline door rail production.
Technical Breakdown
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Coping, tenoning, finger jointing, and end matching machine |
| Cycle Time | 6-8 seconds per part |
| Production Capacity | Up to 4000 rails per shift (dual parts) |
| Material Length | Min: 3″; Max: Not applicable |
| Material Width | Min: 1.5″; Max: 12″ |
| Material Thickness | Min: 0.5″; Max: 1″ |
| Depth of Cut | Max: 5/8″ |
| Spindles | 2 independent HSK-63F spindles, 11 HP each |
| Clamp Force | Scissor lock clamp, up to 600 lbs. |
| Controls | PLC with programmable settings |
| X-Axis Guides | High-precision square rail guides and bearings |
| Electrical | 3-phase, 208-230V, 60 cycles, 30 amps |
| Compressed Air | 90 PSI at 5 CFM |
| Dust Collection | 2 x 4″ ports, 696 CFM total |
| Dimensions | 52″ W x 30″ D x 57″ H |
| Weight | 1,350 lbs. (approx.) |
Available CMJ‑HSK Options
Rear Guarding Upgrade
Includes hinged tube‑steel and expanded‑mesh access doors at the back for enhanced safety and visibility. Note: Welded-on, may extend lead time and increase machine depth to 40 inches.
Keyed Electronic Interlock
Integrates into rear guard doors to function as an emergency stop switch. Note: may extend lead time.
Foot Pedal Control
Replaces the palm-button start with a floor pedal, allowing hands-free operation. Note: may extend lead time.
HSK Tool Holder Package
Comes with one pair of HSK-63F tool holders (1¼” × 55 mm) for quick tool changes.
Automatic Oiler System
Delivers adjustable, pressurized lubrication to bearings (8 total: 4 × X‑axis, 4 × under spindles). Operates whenever the spindle runs. Note: may extend lead time.
Pre‑Setup Tooling Service
Pillar will install a customer-provided tooling profile at the factory before shipment—additional setups are available at an extra cost.* Note: This may extend the lead time; tooling and arbors must be supplied.
Why Pillar Excels
Handcrafted in Salt Lake City, Utah, every Pillar CMJ-HSK embodies American engineering excellence, backed by a one-year warranty and free online training. Pillar’s commitment to innovation and direct factory support ensures your machine delivers lasting value, trusted by woodworking professionals for its precision and speed.
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