Machine Comparison
DMG Mori CLX 450 TC vs DMG Mori NTX 500
DMG Mori vs DMG Mori · Mill-Turn Machines
Summary
The DMG Mori CLX 450 TC and DMG Mori NTX 500 are both turn-mill machines, but they are in different size classes and serve different jobs. The DMG Mori CLX 450 TC has twice the X travel; the DMG Mori NTX 500 is a compact machine for small complex parts.
The DMG Mori CLX 450 TC offers 750 mm (29.5 in) of X and 200 mm (7.9 in) of Y against 375 mm (14.8 in) and 150 mm (5.9 in). It takes workpieces up to 1,100 mm (43.3 in) long against 580 mm (22.8 in), and 77 mm (3 in) bar against 65 mm (2.6 in). The DMG Mori NTX 500 spins faster, 8,000 rpm on main and sub spindle against up to 5,000 rpm, and holds 38 pockets against 30 tools as standard. Larger magazines are extra-cost options on both: 60 tools, or 76 or 114 on the DMG Mori NTX 500.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori CLX 450 TC | DMG Mori NTX 500 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 750 mm (29.5 in) ▲ | 375 mm (14.8 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 200 mm (7.9 in) ▲ | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) ▲ | 610 mm (24 in) |
| Bar Capacity | 77 mm (3 in) ▲ | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | Up to 5,000 rpm (integrated spindle drives) | 8,000 rpm (main and sub spindle) |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools; 60 tools optional | 38 pockets; 76 or 114 optional ▲ |
| Max Workpiece Length | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) ▲ | 580 mm (22.8 in) |
Advantages
DMG Mori CLX 450 TC
- Workpieces up to 1,100 mm (43.3 in) long against 580 mm (22.8 in)
- 750 mm (29.5 in) of X travel, twice the 375 mm (14.8 in) of the DMG Mori NTX 500
- 77 mm (3 in) bar capacity against 65 mm (2.6 in)
- 200 mm (7.9 in) of Y travel against 150 mm (5.9 in)
DMG Mori NTX 500
- 8,000 rpm main and sub spindle against up to 5,000 rpm
- 38 pockets as standard against 30 tools, with 76 or 114 as extra-cost options against 60 tools
- Built for small complex parts finished on all six sides from bar
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs. Choose the DMG Mori CLX 450 TC for shafts and chuck parts that need up to 1,100 mm (43.3 in) of length, 77 mm (3 in) bar or 200 mm (7.9 in) of Y. Choose the DMG Mori NTX 500 for small, feature-dense parts from bar up to 65 mm (2.6 in), where 8,000 rpm spindles and a magazine that can be ordered with up to 114 pockets cover a wide tool mix.