Machine Comparison
DMG Mori ALX 2000 vs Haas CL-1
DMG Mori vs Haas Automation · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DMG Mori ALX 2000 and the Haas CL-1 are both CNC lathes, but they are built for different sizes of work. The DMG Mori ALX 2000 takes 65 mm (2.6 in) bar and has 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel. The Haas CL-1 is a small lathe for bar up to 1 in (25 mm) and short parts within 8 in (203 mm) of Z travel.
The DMG Mori ALX 2000 is also the faster mover, with 30 m/min (1,181.1 ipm) rapids on the X- and Z-axis against 757 ipm (19.2 m/min). The Haas CL-1 has the longer X-axis travel, 12 in (305 mm) against 260 mm (10.2 in). It is typically chosen for second-operation work held in collets and for shops and schools with only single-phase power.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori ALX 2000 | Haas CL-1 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 12 in (305 mm) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 575 mm (22.6 in) ▲ | 8 in (203 mm) |
| Bar Capacity | 65 mm (2.6 in) ▲ | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Rapid Traverse | 30 m/min (1,181.1 ipm), X- and Z-axis ▲ | 757 ipm (19.2 m/min) |
Advantages
DMG Mori ALX 2000
- 65 mm (2.6 in) bar capacity against 1 in (25 mm)
- 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel against 8 in (203 mm)
- 30 m/min (1,181.1 ipm) rapid traverse against 757 ipm (19.2 m/min)
Haas CL-1
- 12 in (305 mm) of X-axis travel against 260 mm (10.2 in)
- Suited to shops and schools with only single-phase power
- Suited to short second-operation work held in collets
Verdict
These lathes suit different parts. Choose the DMG Mori ALX 2000 for bar work up to 65 mm (2.6 in), for chuck work, and for longer parts that need its 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel. Choose the Haas CL-1 for small bar-fed parts up to 1 in (25 mm), short second-operation work in collets, and shops or schools limited to single-phase power. The size of the bar decides it.