Machine Comparison
DMG Mori ALX 2000 vs Spinner TC600
DMG Mori vs Spinner · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DMG Mori ALX 2000 and the Spinner TC600 are CNC turning centers of similar size, and both take 65 mm bar. The Spinner TC600 has the longer axes, with 700 mm of Z travel against 575 mm (22.6 in) and 275 mm of X travel against 260 mm (10.2 in).
The Spinner TC600 lists bar capacity as 65 - 85 mm, the upper figure applying with the larger spindle, while the DMG Mori ALX 2000 lists 65 mm (2.6 in). The DMG Mori ALX 2000 has slightly more Y travel, 100 mm (3.9 in) against 90 mm. On the Spinner TC600 the Y axis is an extra-cost option, and on the DMG Mori ALX 2000 it comes with the Y-axis specification.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori ALX 2000 | Spinner TC600 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 275 mm ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 100 mm (3.9 in) ▲ | 90 mm (option) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 575 mm (22.6 in) | 700 mm ▲ |
| Bar Capacity | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 65 - 85 mm ▲ |
Advantages
DMG Mori ALX 2000
- 100 mm (3.9 in) of Y-axis travel against 90 mm (option)
- Suits cells where a CL2000 is being replaced within the same space
Spinner TC600
- 700 mm of Z travel against 575 mm (22.6 in)
- 275 mm of X travel against 260 mm (10.2 in)
- Bar capacity of 65 - 85 mm with the larger spindle, against 65 mm (2.6 in)
- Suits shafts supported by the CNC-controlled tailstock
Verdict
For longer shafts and larger bar, choose the Spinner TC600: 700 mm of Z travel and up to 85 mm bar with the larger spindle give it more reach than the 575 mm (22.6 in) and 65 mm (2.6 in) of the DMG Mori ALX 2000. Choose the DMG Mori ALX 2000 for shorter bar-fed and chucked parts, especially mixed turning and milling work that uses its 100 mm (3.9 in) Y axis, or when it replaces a CL2000.