Machine Comparison
DMG Mori CMX 50 U vs Hwacheon M2-5AX
DMG Mori vs Hwacheon · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The DMG Mori CMX 50 U and the Hwacheon M2-5AX are 5-axis machining centers, and the Hwacheon is the larger: 750 x 650 x 500 mm of travel against 500 x 450 x 400 mm, and a 300 kg (661 lb) table against 200 kg (440.9 lb). Both carry 30 tools and both can run a Fanuc 31i-B5 control.
The M2-5AX comes in two spindle versions, 20,000 rpm on BBT-40 and 30,000 rpm on HSK-E40, against 12,000 RPM (15,000 optional) on the CMX 50 U. The CMX 50 U is the lighter machine at 6,600 kg (14,551 lb) against 11,000 kg (24,251 lb), and also offers Siemens 840D sl under CELOS. Spindle power is quoted differently, 22 kW (30 hp) against 37 / 18.5 kW (49.6 / 24.8 hp) for the 20K version, so compare duty ratings directly.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori CMX 50 U | Hwacheon M2-5AX |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) | 750 mm (29.5 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) | 650 mm (25.6 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) | 500 mm (19.7 in) ▲ |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 200 kg (440.9 lb) | 300 kg (661 lb) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM (15,000 RPM optional) | 20,000 rpm (20K) / 30,000 rpm (30K) ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 22 kW (30 hp) | 37 / 18.5 kW (49.6 / 24.8 hp) (20K) / 18.5 / 13 kW (24.8 / 17.4 hp) (30K) ▲ |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT 40 / BBT 40 | BBT-40, opt. CAT-40 (20K) / HSK-E40 (30K) |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools standard (60 optional) | 30 |
| Control | CELOS with Fanuc 31i-B5 or Siemens 840D sl | Fanuc 31i-B5 |
| Machine Weight | 6,600 kg (14,551 lb) | 11,000 kg (24,251 lb) |
Advantages
DMG Mori CMX 50 U
- Lighter machine at 6,600 kg (14,551 lb) against 11,000 kg (24,251 lb)
- Siemens 840D sl available as well as Fanuc 31i-B5
Hwacheon M2-5AX
- 750 x 650 x 500 mm of travel against 500 x 450 x 400 mm
- 300 kg (661 lb) table load against 200 kg (440.9 lb)
- 20,000 rpm spindle, or 30,000 rpm with HSK-E40, against 12,000 RPM
Verdict
The Hwacheon M2-5AX suits complex multi-face parts up to 300 kg and high-speed finishing, with 750 mm of X travel and a 30,000 rpm option for small tools. The CMX 50 U suits smaller parts within 500 x 450 x 400 mm in job shops, prototype work and training, in a lighter machine with a choice of Fanuc or Siemens.