Machine Comparison
DMG Mori ALX 2000 vs EMAG VL 2
DMG Mori vs EMAG · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DMG Mori ALX 2000 and the EMAG VL 2 are both turning centers, but they serve different jobs. The DMG Mori ALX 2000 is a general-purpose lathe for bar-fed and chucked work, with milling and Y-axis versions available. The EMAG VL 2 is a production machine for small chucked parts such as transmission gears, bearing races and CV joint components, often linked with other VL 2 units in a line.
The makers publish few comparable figures for this pair. The DMG Mori ALX 2000 takes much longer parts: 574 mm (22.6 in) maximum workpiece length against 150 mm (6 in), on 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel against 375 mm (15 in). The EMAG VL 2 has the longer X stroke, 650 mm (25.5 in) against 260 mm (10.2 in).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori ALX 2000 | EMAG VL 2 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 650 mm (25.5 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 575 mm (22.6 in) ▲ | 375 mm (15 in) |
| Max Workpiece Length | 574 mm (22.6 in) ▲ | 150 mm (6 in) |
Advantages
DMG Mori ALX 2000
- 574 mm (22.6 in) maximum workpiece length against 150 mm (6 in)
- 575 mm (22.6 in) Z travel against 375 mm (15 in)
- Handles bar-fed work as well as chuck work, with milling and Y-axis versions available
EMAG VL 2
- 650 mm (25.5 in) X travel against 260 mm (10.2 in)
- Built for high-volume small chucked parts, including hard turning of case-hardened components
- Several units can be linked in sequence for multi-operation production lines
Verdict
These machines fit different jobs. Choose the DMG Mori ALX 2000 for a mixed shop turning bar stock and longer shafts, where its 574 mm (22.6 in) workpiece length and optional milling matter. Choose the EMAG VL 2 for automotive, bearing or hydraulic production of short chucked parts at high volume, including hard turning that replaces grinding, where several VL 2 units can be chained into a line.