Machine Comparison
Brother Speedio M140X2 vs Brother Speedio U500Xd2
Brother vs Brother Industries · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The Brother Speedio M140X2 and Speedio U500Xd2 are both compact BT30 5-axis machines from Brother, but they serve different jobs. The M140X2 is a small mill-turn machine with 200 mm (7.9 in) of X travel and a D140 table. The U500Xd2 is a 5-axis machining center with 500 mm (19.7 in) of X travel and a ø260 mm table.
The U500Xd2 takes larger, heavier parts, with a 100 kg (220 lb) load against 40 kg on the M140X2's table side, and has a 12,000 rpm spindle against 10,000 rpm and 0.6 / 0.7 sec tool changes against 0.9 sec. The M140X2 is the specialist for tiny parts, adding turning for work that needs both operations in one setup.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Brother Speedio M140X2 | Brother Speedio U500Xd2 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 500 mm (19.7 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 440 mm (17.3 in) | 450 mm (17.7 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 305 mm (12.0 in) | 380 mm (15.0 in) ▲ |
| Table Size | D140 (D5.5) | ø260 mm (ø10.2 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | Table side 40 kg (88.2 lb) / Tail side 11 kg (24.3 lb) | 100 kg (220 lb) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm (16,000 rpm optional) | 12,000 rpm (10,000 high-torque, 20,000 rpm optional) ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 10.1 kW (10 min) / 6.7 kW continuous | 10.1 kW (10 min) / 7.0 kW continuous |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | BT30 (7/24 taper No. 30) | BT30 (7/24 taper No. 30) |
| Tool Capacity | 22 tools | 14 / 21 / 28 tools |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 0.9 sec | 0.6 / 0.7 sec (14 or 21 tools / 28 tools) ▲ |
| Chip-to-Chip Time | 1.4 sec | 1.3 / 1.4 sec (14 or 21 tools / 28 tools) |
| Rapid Traverse | 50 / 50 / 50 m/min (1,969 / 1,969 / 1,969 ipm) | 50 / 50 / 56 m/min (1,969 / 1,969 / 2,205 ipm) |
| Control | Brother CNC-C00 | Brother CNC-D00 |
| Machine Weight | 2,712 kg (5,979 lb) | 2,650 kg (5,843 lb) |
| Floor Space | 1,280 × 3,829 mm (50.4 × 150.7 in) | 1,560 x 2,081 mm (61.4 x 81.9 in) |
Advantages
Brother Speedio M140X2
- Built for very small implants, dental parts, connectors and watch components
- Mill-turn capability for small parts that need turning and 5-axis milling in one setup
Brother Speedio U500Xd2
- 500 mm (19.7 in) X travel against 200 mm (7.9 in)
- 100 kg (220 lb) load against Table side 40 kg (88.2 lb)
- 12,000 rpm standard spindle against 10,000 rpm
- 0.6 / 0.7 sec tool-to-tool against 0.9 sec
Verdict
Choose the Brother Speedio M140X2 for very small parts that need turning and 5-axis milling together, such as implants, dental parts, connectors and watch components. Choose the Speedio U500Xd2 for larger 5-axis milled parts in aluminum and non-ferrous materials, such as aerospace brackets, medical components and optical parts, where 500 mm of X travel, a 100 kg load and faster tool changes matter.