ET6T ATC CNC 6-Sided Drilling Machine with 4 Drilling Heads
- Brand : Blue Elephant
- Model : ET6T
- Drilling heads : Single
- Category : CNC Drilling Machine
- Supply Ability : 400+ Units in Stock
- After-sale Service : Free Lifetime Technical Support online, Overseas service.
- Payment Terms : Online (T/T, PayPal, Trade Assurance) / Offline (T/T, LC, Credit Cards)
Description
ET6T ATC CNC 6-Sided Drilling Machine is a high-end automatic solution for panel furniture production. It features wireless code scanning, intelligent sorting, automatic positioning, and automatic feeding. The machine completes six-sided drilling and front/back grooving in one process. It is equipped with an ATC system that supports fast automatic tool changes, significantly improving processing efficiency, precision, and overall production flexibility.
Features
- The six-sided drilling machine is equipped with an advanced skin-breaking function to ensure smoother drilling and maximize panel utilization.
- The Machine is with saw on the drilling head. Can groove faster.
- The high-end air-float worktable ensures greater stability and higher processing accuracy.
- The CNC drilling machine automatically optimizes the panel orientation for efficient front and rear unloading.
Parameters
| Model | ET6T |
| Working size | 1220x2800mm |
| Spindle type | 3.5kW Air Cooling Spindle*2 |
| Number of tools | 12 Vertical top drilling+8 horizontal drilling +9 bottom vertical drilling
Four-side horizontal head |
| Tool setting | 6 tool change magazine with one Lamello saw
1) Lamello / Clamex tool (for connectors) 2) Grooving saw unit (saw blade for side grooves / back panels) |
| X axis Travel speed | 120m/min |
| Y axis Travel speed | 80m/min |
| Control system | Blue Elephant Custom System |
| Driver system | Absolute servo motor |
| Transmission | Taiwan helical rack |
| Re-positioning accuracy | ±0.03mm |
Six Sided CNC Drilling Machine Optional Parts
Six Sided CNC Drilling Machine Application
The 6-sided CNC drilling machine is widely used in the production of custom furniture, cabinets, wardrobes, office furniture, and other panel-based products. It can efficiently complete horizontal drilling, vertical drilling, side drilling, and grooving operations on all six sides of a panel in a single setup, making it an ideal solution for batch production and mass customization. Compatible with MDF, particleboard, plywood, and laminated panels, the machine helps manufacturers improve productivity, reduce labor costs, ensure drilling accuracy, and streamline the entire furniture manufacturing process.
Six Sided CNC Drilling Machine FAQ
A CNC router is primarily used for cutting, shaping, engraving, and nesting panel materials, while a 6-sided drilling machine specializes in high-speed drilling, grooving, and hole processing on all six sides of a workpiece. The two machines serve different purposes but often work together in modern furniture production lines. After panels are cut by a CNC nesting machine, they are transferred to a 6-sided drilling machine for precise hole processing, creating a complete and highly automated manufacturing workflow.
Most advanced 6-sided drilling machines can integrate with popular furniture design, CAD/CAM, and production management software. This allows drilling data to be transferred directly from design to manufacturing, reducing manual programming and minimizing errors. Software integration supports intelligent production, faster order processing, and seamless communication between cutting, drilling, and assembly stages. Manufacturers can therefore achieve a more automated and efficient furniture production workflow.
Modern 6-sided drilling machines can automatically adjust drilling depth, speed, and tool pressure for various panel thicknesses. Servo-driven axes and intelligent control software ensure precise hole placement regardless of material size. This flexibility allows manufacturers to process MDF, particleboard, plywood, or laminated panels without manual recalibration, improving productivity and reducing errors in mixed production batches.
Yes. Most six-sided CNC drilling machines support integration with upstream CNC routers and downstream edge banding or assembly stations. Using networked software and automation systems, panels can move seamlessly through cutting, drilling, and finishing stages. Integration reduces manual handling, accelerates production cycles, and enables factories to implement high-efficiency, near-zero-defect workflows.
Yes. A 6-sided drilling machine can significantly improve production efficiency for small and medium-sized furniture manufacturers. By completing drilling operations on all six sides of a panel in a single setup, it reduces manual handling, minimizes positioning errors, and shortens production cycles. For factories producing custom cabinets, wardrobes, office furniture, or panel furniture, the investment often delivers a fast return through labor savings, higher accuracy, and increased daily output. As order volumes grow, automated six-sided drilling becomes an effective solution for scaling production without adding more workers.