Based on the robust design of DMG Mori’s DMV series vertical machining centres, the company has developed its new DMX 60 U and DMX 80 U for workpieces weighing up to 300 and 350 kg respectively. With travels of 600 x 600 x 510 mm for the DMX 60 U and 800 x 600 x 510 mm for the larger model, the competitively-priced, 3+2 axis machining centres with their swivelling rotary table are suitable for producing complex components.

The machines feature a design based on a monolithic machine bed and massive castings, providing up to 50% higher static rigidity compared with their predecessors. Combined with wide roller guideways in all axes, DMG Mori says it ensures excellent stability during operation. The design also enables dynamic machining and rapid traverse rates of up to 42 m/min, some 40% faster than predecessor machines. Moreover, the speed of the rotary B axis and C axis for positioning parts has been raised by an even higher percentage, from 6 to 10 rpm.

Comprehensive, multi-sensor temperature compensation ensures thermal stability and consistently precise production, while direct drives and linear scales in the X and Y axes guarantee high positioning accuracy.

The energy-efficient production centres are suitable for a variety of applications thanks to a choice of spindles, starting with the 12,000 rpm inlineMASTER spindle as standard. SpeedMASTER spindles with a high torque of up to 200 Nm or a speed of 20,000 rpm are optionally available.

The standard BIG PLUS face-and-taper tool-holding interface provides additional stability and accuracy during machining. Customers can choose from different tool magazine options with 30 to 120 pockets.

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