Machine Comparison
DMG Mori CMX 50 U vs Spinner U5-1530
DMG Mori vs Spinner · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The DMG Mori CMX 50 U and the Spinner U5-1530 are both 5-axis machining centers, but they serve different jobs. The DMG Mori CMX 50 U is a compact machine with 500 mm (19.7 in) of X travel; the Spinner U5-1530 has 1,530 mm of X travel, about three times as much, for long parts.
The Spinner U5-1530 is also larger in Y and Z, with 530 mm against 450 mm (17.7 in) and 465 mm against 400 mm (15.7 in). Both start at 12,000 rpm: the Spinner U5-1530 lists 12,000 - 20,000 rpm depending on the spindle chosen, while the DMG Mori CMX 50 U offers 15,000 RPM as an extra-cost option. Tool capacity is 30 tools standard (60 optional) against 32 - 122.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori CMX 50 U | Spinner U5-1530 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) | 1,530 mm ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) | 530 mm ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) | 465 mm ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM (15,000 RPM optional) | 12,000 - 20,000 rpm ▲ |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT 40 / BBT 40 | BBT40, HSK63, SK40, BT40 |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools standard (60 optional) | 32 - 122 |
Advantages
DMG Mori CMX 50 U
- A compact machine for small parts that do not need 1,530 mm of X travel
- Suits five-sided machining of prismatic parts in one clamping, in aluminum and light steel
Spinner U5-1530
- 1,530 mm of X travel against 500 mm (19.7 in)
- 530 mm of Y and 465 mm of Z travel against 450 mm (17.7 in) and 400 mm (15.7 in)
- Spindle options of 12,000 - 20,000 rpm, against 12,000 RPM (15,000 RPM optional)
- Magazines of 32 - 122 tools listed, against 30 tools standard (60 optional)
Verdict
Choose by part length. The Spinner U5-1530 is for long parts and high-mix work: 1,530 mm of X travel, magazines of up to 122 tools and spindle options up to 20,000 rpm. The DMG Mori CMX 50 U is for small prismatic parts machined on five sides in one clamping, where 500 mm (19.7 in) of X travel is enough and 12,000 RPM, or the optional 15,000 RPM, covers aluminum and light steel work. Few shops would weigh one against the other for the same part.