Machine Comparison
Brother Speedio S700Xd2 vs Brother Speedio W1000Xd2
Brother Industries vs Brother Industries · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Brother Speedio S700Xd2 and Speedio W1000Xd2 share the same 12,000 rpm BT30 spindle rated 10.1 kW (10 min) / 7.0 kW continuous, 0.6 / 0.7 sec tool changes, 50 / 50 / 56 m/min rapids and the CNC-D00 control. The W1000Xd2 is the wider machine for long parts.
The W1000Xd2 has 1,000 mm (39.4 in) of X travel against 700 mm (27.6 in), 500 mm (19.7 in) of Y travel against 450 mm (17.7 in), 380 mm (15.0 in) of standard Z travel against 300 mm (11.8 in), a 1,100 x 500 mm table against 800 × 450 mm, and a 300 kg (661 lb) load against 250 kg (551 lb). The S700Xd2 is lighter at 2,550 kg (5,622 lb) against 3,350 kg (7,385 lb) and needs less floor space.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Brother Speedio S700Xd2 | Brother Speedio W1000Xd2 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 700 mm (27.6 in) | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) | 500 mm (19.7 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.8 in); 380 mm (15.0 in) optional | 380 mm (15.0 in) ▲ |
| Table Size | 800 × 450 mm (31.4 × 17.7 in) | 1,100 x 500 mm (43.3 x 19.7 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 250 kg (551 lb); 400 kg (881 lb) with option | 300 kg (661 lb); 500 kg (1,102 lb) with option ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm (10,000 high-torque, 20,000 or 27,000 rpm optional) | 12,000 rpm (10,000 high-torque, 20,000 rpm optional) |
| Spindle Power | 10.1 kW (10 min) / 7.0 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 | 14 / 21 / 28 tools | 14 / 21 / 28 tools |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 0.6 / 0.7 sec (14 or 21 tools / 28 tools) | 0.6 / 0.7 sec (14 or 21 tools / 28 tools) |
| Rapid Traverse | 50 / 50 / 56 m/min (1,969 / 1,969 / 2,205 ipm) | 50 / 50 / 56 m/min (1,969 / 1,969 / 2,205 ipm) |
| Positioning Accuracy | 0.006 - 0.020 mm (0.00024 - 0.00079 in) | 0.006 - 0.020 mm (0.00024 - 0.00079 in) |
| Repeatability | < 0.004 mm (0.00016 in) | < 0.004 mm (0.00016 in) |
| Control | Brother CNC-D00 | Brother CNC-D00 |
| Machine Weight | 2,550 kg (5,622 lb) | 3,350 kg (7,385 lb) |
| Floor Space | 2,050 × 2,081 mm (80.7 × 81.9 in) | 2,410 x 2,233 mm (94.9 x 87.9 in) |
Advantages
Brother Speedio S700Xd2
- Lighter at 2,550 kg (5,622 lb) against 3,350 kg (7,385 lb)
- Smaller floor space: 2,050 × 2,081 mm against 2,410 x 2,233 mm
Brother Speedio W1000Xd2
- 1,000 mm (39.4 in) X travel against 700 mm (27.6 in)
- 1,100 x 500 mm (43.3 x 19.7 in) table against 800 × 450 mm
- 300 kg (661 lb) load against 250 kg (551 lb), 500 kg (1,102 lb) with option
- 380 mm (15.0 in) standard Z travel against 300 mm (11.8 in)
Verdict
Spindle and speed are the same, so buy for part length. Choose the Brother Speedio S700Xd2 for aluminum parts and multi-part fixtures that fit within 700 mm, in a lighter and smaller machine. Choose the Speedio W1000Xd2 for rails, long housings, enclosures and extrusions over 700 mm, or tombstone setups across a 1,100 x 500 mm table.