Machine Comparison
Haas CM-1 vs Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG
Haas Automation vs Kitamura Machinery · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Haas CM-1 and Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG are both vertical machining centers, but in different size classes. The CM-1 is a compact ISO 20 micro-mill with 12 x 10 x 14 in of travel. The Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG is a 40-taper precision machine with 760 x 455 x 460 mm of travel, a 900 x 410 mm table and Kitamura's Arumatik-Mi control.
The Kitamura has 13.4 kW (18 hp) against 5 hp (3.7 kW), 182 Nm (134 ft-lbf) of torque against 8 ft-lbf, and a 30-tool side-mount changer against 20 tools. The CM-1 spins to 30,000 rpm against 15,000 RPM and weighs 2,200 lb (998 kg) against 5,689 kg (12,540 lb).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Haas CM-1 | Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 12 in (305 mm) | 760 mm (29.9 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 10 in (254 mm) | 455 mm (17.9 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 14 in (356 mm) | 460 mm (18.1 in) ▲ |
| Table Size | 22.5 × 10 in (572 × 254 mm) | 900 x 410 mm (35.4 x 16.1 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 30,000 rpm ▲ | 15,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 5 hp (3.7 kW) | 13.4 kW (18 hp) ▲ |
| Spindle Torque | 8 ft-lbf @ 3,000 rpm (10.8 N·m @ 3,000 rpm) | 182 Nm (134 ft-lbf) ▲ |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | ISO 20 | CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact) |
| Tool Capacity | 20 | 30-tool side-mount ATC |
| Machine Weight | 2,200 lb (998 kg) | 5,689 kg (12,540 lb) |
Advantages
Haas CM-1
- 30,000 rpm spindle against 15,000 RPM
- Compact machine at 2,200 lb (998 kg) against 5,689 kg (12,540 lb)
- ISO 20 spindle sized for micro-milling and engraving
Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG
- 760 x 455 x 460 mm travel against 12 x 10 x 14 in
- 13.4 kW (18 hp) and 182 Nm (134 ft-lbf) against 5 hp (3.7 kW) and 8 ft-lbf
- 30-tool side-mount changer against 20 tools
- 900 x 410 mm table against 22.5 × 10 in
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs. The Haas CM-1 is for small medical, electronics and watch parts and engraving, where 30,000 rpm and a small footprint come first. The Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG is for tight-tolerance aerospace, medical and mold work in aluminum, steel and stainless that needs 760 mm of X travel and 182 Nm of torque on a CAT 40 / Big Plus spindle.