Machine Comparison
DN Solutions DNM 5AX 500 vs DN Solutions DVF 5000
DN Solutions vs DN Solutions · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The DN Solutions DNM 5AX 500 and DN Solutions DVF 5000 are compact 5-axis machining centers with a 40-taper spindle running to 12,000 rpm at 18.5 kW (25 hp), and almost the same torque: 117 Nm against 118 N·m. Both carry 30 tools as standard.
The DNM 5AX 500 has the taller, deeper envelope, 510 mm (20.1 in) of Y and 500 mm (19.7 in) of Z against 450 mm (18 in) and 400 mm (16 in), and offers extra-cost options of 15,000 rpm and 40 or 60 tools. The DVF 5000 has more X travel, 625 mm (25 in) against 550 mm (21.7 in), a 400 kg (882 lb) load rating against 350 kg (772 lb) and faster rapids at 40 m/min (1,575 ipm). Its extra-cost spindle options run to 18,000 rpm and 22 kW (30 hp).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DN Solutions DNM 5AX 500 | DN Solutions DVF 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 550 mm (21.7 in) | 625 mm (25 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 510 mm (20.1 in) ▲ | 450 mm (18 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) ▲ | 400 mm (16 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 350 kg (772 lb) | 400 kg (882 lb) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM (15,000 RPM optional) | 12,000 rpm; option: 18,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 18.5 kW (25 hp) | 18.5 kW (25 hp); option: 22 kW (30 hp) |
| Spindle Torque | 117 Nm (86 ft-lb) | 118 N·m (87 ft-lb) |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | BBT 40 (BIG PLUS CAT 40) | ISO 40 |
| Tool Capacity | 30 (40/60 optional) | 30 |
| Rapid Traverse | 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) | 40 m/min (1,575 ipm) ▲ |
| Machine Weight | 9,500 kg (20,944 lb) | 7,500 kg (16,535 lb) |
| Floor Space | 3,400 x 3,200 x 3,200 mm (134 x 126 x 126 in) | 2,700 × 2,205 × 2,890 mm (106 × 87 × 114 in) |
Advantages
DN Solutions DNM 5AX 500
- 510 mm (20.1 in) of Y and 500 mm (19.7 in) of Z against 450 mm (18 in) and 400 mm (16 in)
- Magazine can be expanded to 40 or 60 tools as an extra-cost option
- BBT 40 (BIG PLUS CAT 40) taper for shops already using BIG PLUS tooling
DN Solutions DVF 5000
- 625 mm (25 in) of X travel against 550 mm (21.7 in)
- 400 kg (882 lb) table load against 350 kg (772 lb)
- 40 m/min (1,575 ipm) rapids against 36 m/min (1,417 ipm)
- Extra-cost spindle options of 18,000 rpm and 22 kW (30 hp)
Verdict
Pick by part shape. The DN Solutions DNM 5AX 500 suits taller five-sided work and undercuts, with 500 mm of Z and a magazine that can grow to 60 tools. The DN Solutions DVF 5000 suits low, wide parts up to 400 kg, with 625 mm of X and faster rapids, and it is the one to choose if fine-detail work justifies paying for the 18,000 rpm spindle option.