Machine Comparison
Hurco TM12Mi vs Hurco TM6i
Hurco vs Hurco · Mill-Turn Machines
Summary
The Hurco TM12Mi is a large mill-turn machine and the Hurco TM6i is a compact 2-axis lathe, so they serve different jobs. Both run the Hurco WinMax control, carry 12 tools and rapid at 30 m/min (1181 ipm). The TM12Mi is built for big, heavy turned parts with milled features; the TM6i for small precision parts.
The TM12Mi offers 1,016 mm (40 in) of Z travel against 356 mm (14.02 in), 937 mm (36.89 in) of turning length against 340 mm (13.39 in), 104 mm (4.09 in) bar against 45 mm (1.77 in), and 743.7 Nm (548.56 ft-lb) of torque against 113.9 Nm (83.99 ft-lb) from 40 kW (53.64 hp) against 13 kW (17.43 hp). The TM6i spins to 6,000 rpm against 2,800 rpm and weighs 3,230 kg (7,121 lb) against 7,500 kg (16,535 lb).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Hurco TM12Mi | Hurco TM6i |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 305 mm (12 in) ▲ | 176 mm (6.93 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,016 mm (40 in) ▲ | 356 mm (14.02 in) |
| Max Turning Diameter | 360 mm (14.17 in) ▲ | 316 mm (12.44 in) |
| Max Turning Length | 937 mm (36.89 in) ▲ | 340 mm (13.39 in) |
| Bar Capacity | 104 mm (4.09 in) ▲ | 45 mm (1.77 in) |
| Chuck Size | 315 mm (12.4 in) | 170 mm (6.69 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 2,800 rpm | 6,000 rpm ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 40 kW (53.64 hp) ▲ | 13 kW (17.43 hp) |
| Spindle Torque | 743.7 Nm (548.56 ft-lb) ▲ | 113.9 Nm (83.99 ft-lb) |
| Tool Capacity | 12 tools | 12 tools |
| Rapid Traverse | 30 m/min / 1181 ipm | 30 m/min / 1181 ipm |
| Distance Between Centers | 1,006 mm (39.6 in) ▲ | 402.5 mm (15.85 in) |
| Machine Weight | 7,500 kg (16,535 lb) | 3,230 kg (7,121 lb) |
Advantages
Hurco TM12Mi
- 937 mm (36.89 in) turning length against 340 mm (13.39 in)
- 104 mm (4.09 in) bar capacity against 45 mm (1.77 in)
- 743.7 Nm (548.56 ft-lb) torque and 40 kW (53.64 hp) against 113.9 Nm and 13 kW
- Mill-turn design for cross-holes and bolt holes in one setup
Hurco TM6i
- 6,000 rpm spindle against 2,800 rpm
- Compact 3,230 kg (7,121 lb) machine against 7,500 kg (16,535 lb)
Verdict
These machines do not overlap. The Hurco TM12Mi is for oil and gas flanges, valve bodies, hydraulic cylinders and pump housings up to 360 mm in diameter and 937 mm long, with 104 mm bar and milled features. The Hurco TM6i is a compact second lathe for small medical, connector and prototype parts within 45 mm bar and 340 mm length, where 6,000 rpm suits small diameters.