Machine Comparison
Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B vs Mazak Dual Turn 200
Hwacheon vs Yamazaki Mazak · CNC Lathes
Summary
The Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B and the Mazak Dual Turn 200 are both CNC turning centers, built for different jobs. The Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B is a heavy-turning lathe offered in several bed lengths and versions; the Mazak Dual Turn 200 turns both ends of chucked parts, or runs two jobs at once, on partitioned left and right sides.
The Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B has more spindle power, 18.5 / 15 kW (24.8 / 20.1 hp) against 11 kW (15 HP) continuous, and 240 mm (9.4 in) of X travel against 9 in (229 mm). Its standard bed gives 460 mm (18.1 in) of Z against 20 in (508 mm) on the Mazak, while its L and XL beds reach 700 mm (27.6 in) and 1,200 mm (47.2 in). The Mazak Dual Turn 200 runs faster, 5,000 rpm against 3,500 rpm. The Mazak lists 24 tools, the Hwacheon 12 (24-position index).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B | Mazak Dual Turn 200 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 240 mm (9.4 in) ▲ | 9 in (229 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 460 mm (18.1 in); L: 700 mm (27.6 in); XL: 1,200 mm (47.2 in) | 20 in (508 mm) ▲ |
| Chuck Size | 10 in (230B); 230A 8 in / 230C 10 in; sub-spindle 6 in on (Y)SMC | 8 in |
| Max Spindle Speed | 3,500 rpm (230B / 230C); 4,500 rpm (230A) | 5,000 rpm ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 18.5 / 15 kW (24.8 / 20.1 hp) ▲ | 11 kW (15 HP) continuous |
| Tool Capacity | 12; MC / YMC / (Y)SMC: 12 (24-position index) | 24 tools |
| Machine Weight | 5,900 kg (13,007 lb); L: 6,500 kg (14,330 lb); XL: 8,050 kg (17,747 lb); YMC / (Y)SMC up to 8,350 kg (18,408 lb) | 6,800 lb (3,084 kg) |
| Floor Space | 2,893 x 1,849.5 x 1,800 mm (113.9 x 72.8 x 70.9 in) (L x W x H); L: 3,133 mm (123.3 in) long; XL: 3,753 mm (147.8 in) long; YMC: 1,924.5 mm (75.8 in) wide, 2,104 mm (82.8 in) high | 3,420 mm (134.6 in) × 1,795 mm (70.7 in) (W × L, MAZATROL SmoothC) |
Advantages
Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B
- 18.5 / 15 kW (24.8 / 20.1 hp) spindle against 11 kW (15 HP) continuous
- 240 mm (9.4 in) X-axis travel against 9 in (229 mm)
- Longer beds available: Z travel of 700 mm (27.6 in) on the L and 1,200 mm (47.2 in) on the XL version
Mazak Dual Turn 200
- 5,000 rpm max spindle speed against 3,500 rpm
- 20 in (508 mm) Z-axis travel against 460 mm (18.1 in) on the standard Hwacheon bed
Verdict
Choose the Hwacheon Hi-TECH 230B for heavy turning of 10 in chucked parts and, on the L or XL bed, long shafts, where 18.5 / 15 kW (24.8 / 20.1 hp) of spindle power counts for more than speed. Choose the Mazak Dual Turn 200 for volume production of chucked parts turned on both ends on one machine, or two jobs at once, where 5,000 rpm and 24 tools fit smaller chucked work.