Machine Comparison
DMG Mori CLX 450 vs DMG Mori CTX 2500
DMG Mori vs DMG Mori · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DMG Mori CLX 450 and DMG Mori CTX 2500 are turning centers with similar cross travels and the same standard main spindle speed of 4,000 rpm. The DMG Mori CTX 2500 comes in two bed lengths, Type 700 and Type 1250, and that choice changes the comparison.
Against the Type 700 the DMG Mori CLX 450 is slightly longer, taking workpieces up to 800 mm (31.5 in) against 734 mm (28.9 in). The Type 1250 reverses that with 1,284 mm (50.6 in). The DMG Mori CLX 450 has more X and Y, 276 mm (10.9 in) and 120 mm (4.7 in) against 260 mm (10.2 in) and 100 mm (3.9 in). The DMG Mori CTX 2500 takes 102 mm (4 in) bar against 80 mm (3.1 in). Both list a counter spindle at up to 5,000 rpm; on the DMG Mori CTX 2500 it is an extra-cost option, as is a 3,500 rpm main spindle.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori CLX 450 | DMG Mori CTX 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 276 mm (10.9 in) ▲ | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 120 mm (4.7 in) ▲ | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 830 mm (32.7 in) ▲ | 795 mm (31.3 in) [Type 700] / 1,345 mm (53 in) [Type 1250] |
| Bar Capacity | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 102 mm (4 in) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | up to 4,000 rpm (main spindle) | 4,000 rpm (standard); 3,500 rpm (optional spindle) |
| Sub-Spindle Speed | up to 5,000 rpm (counter spindle with integrated spindle motor) | Up to 5,000 rpm (optional counter spindle) |
| Max Workpiece Length | 800 mm (31.5 in) ▲ | 734 mm (28.9 in) [Type 700] / 1,284 mm (50.6 in) [Type 1250] |
Advantages
DMG Mori CLX 450
- 276 mm (10.9 in) of X and 120 mm (4.7 in) of Y against 260 mm (10.2 in) and 100 mm (3.9 in)
- Longer than the Type 700 bed: 800 mm (31.5 in) workpiece length against 734 mm (28.9 in)
DMG Mori CTX 2500
- 102 mm (4 in) bar capacity against 80 mm (3.1 in)
- Type 1250 bed takes workpieces up to 1,284 mm (50.6 in) with 1,345 mm (53 in) of Z
- 3,500 rpm main spindle available as an extra-cost option for heavy roughing
Verdict
For parts up to 800 mm (31.5 in) from bar no larger than 80 mm (3.1 in), the DMG Mori CLX 450 covers the work and has the larger X and Y travels. Choose the DMG Mori CTX 2500 when bar runs up to 102 mm (4 in), or when shafts need the Type 1250 bed and its 1,284 mm (50.6 in) of workpiece length. Its counter spindle and its 3,500 rpm main spindle are options at extra cost.