Machine Comparison
DMG Mori DMC 55 H twin vs DMG Mori NHX 8000
DMG Mori vs DMG Mori · Horizontal Machining Centers
Summary
These two horizontal machining centers serve different jobs. The DMG Mori DMC 55 H twin is built for series production of identical parts, two at a time, with 580 mm (22.8 in) of X travel and a 400 kg (881.8 lb) load limit. The DMG Mori NHX 8000 is a large machine for housings, frames and castings, with 1,400 mm (55.1 in) of X travel and a 2,200 kg (4,850.2 lb) load.
The DMG Mori NHX 8000 is larger on every comparable row: 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of Y travel against 750 mm (29.5 in), 1,350 mm (53.1 in) of Z against 500 mm (19.7 in), and more than five times the workpiece load. The published rows for this pair stop at travels and load, so they show the size gap and nothing about cycle time or tooling.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori DMC 55 H twin | DMG Mori NHX 8000 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 580 mm (22.8 in) | 1,400 mm (55.1 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 750 mm (29.5 in) | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) | 1,350 mm (53.1 in) ▲ |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 400 kg (881.8 lb) | 2,200 kg (4,850.2 lb) ▲ |
Advantages
DMG Mori DMC 55 H twin
- Built for series production of identical parts, two at a time
- Travel envelope of 580 x 750 x 500 mm matched to small series parts up to 400 kg (881.8 lb)
DMG Mori NHX 8000
- 1,400 mm (55.1 in) of X travel against 580 mm (22.8 in)
- 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of Y and 1,350 mm (53.1 in) of Z travel against 750 mm (29.5 in) and 500 mm (19.7 in)
- 2,200 kg (4,850.2 lb) workpiece load against 400 kg (881.8 lb)
Verdict
Choose by part size and batch type. The DMG Mori DMC 55 H twin fits volume production of identical parts that stay within 580 x 750 x 500 mm of travel and 400 kg (881.8 lb). The DMG Mori NHX 8000 is for large housings, frames and castings that need up to 1,400 mm (55.1 in) of X travel and a 2,200 kg (4,850.2 lb) load. A part that suits one will rarely suit the other.