Machine Comparison
Haas DM-2 vs Haas DT-1
Haas Automation vs Haas Automation · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Haas DM-2 and Haas DT-1 are compact, fast Haas machining centers with the same 10,000 rpm, 15 hp (11.2 kW) spindle rating, 1.75 s tool changes, 2 s chip-to-chip, 2,400 ipm (61 m/min) rapids and a 250 lb (113.4 kg) table rating. The difference is tooling and table length: the DM-2 takes CT or BT 40 tools, the DT-1 BT30.
The DM-2 has 28 in (711 mm) of X travel and a 34 × 15 in table against 20 in (508 mm) and 26 × 15 in. The DT-1 holds 20+1 tools against 18+1, weighs 5,150 lb against 5,350 lb, and lists at US$68,995 against US$80,995.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Haas DM-2 | Haas DT-1 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 28 in (711 mm) ▲ | 20 in (508 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 16 in (406 mm) | 16 in (406 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 15.5 in (394 mm) | 15.5 in (394 mm) |
| Table Size | 34 × 15 in (864 × 381 mm) | 26 × 15 in (660 × 381 mm) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 250 lb (113.4 kg) | 250 lb (113.4 kg) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm | 10,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 15 hp (11.2 kW) | 15 hp (11.2 kW) |
| Spindle Torque | 46 ft-lbf @ 1,700 rpm (62 N·m @ 1,700 rpm) | 46 ft-lbf @ 1,700 rpm (62 N·m @ 1,700 rpm) |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CT or BT 40 | BT30 |
| Tool Capacity | 18+1 | 20+1 ▲ |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 1.75 s | 1.75 s |
| Chip-to-Chip Time | 2 s | 2 s |
| Rapid Traverse | 2,400 ipm (61 m/min) | 2,400 ipm (61 m/min) |
| Machine Weight | 5,350 lb (2,427 kg) | 5,150 lb (2,336 kg) |
| Published List Price | US$80,995 | US$68,995 |
Advantages
Haas DM-2
- CT or BT 40 taper against BT30, for heavier tooling
- 28 in (711 mm) X travel against 20 in (508 mm)
- 34 × 15 in table against 26 × 15 in
Haas DT-1
- Lower list price, US$68,995 against US$80,995
- 20+1 tools against 18+1
- Lighter machine at 5,150 lb (2,336 kg) against 5,350 lb (2,427 kg)
Verdict
Choose the Haas DT-1 for high-volume drilling and tapping of aluminum parts, valve bodies and manifolds that fit 20 in of X travel, where BT30 tooling is enough and the US$68,995 list price keeps cell costs down. Choose the Haas DM-2 for mixed aluminum and steel work that needs 40-taper tool holding or longer parts on its 28 in X axis.