Machine Comparison
Makino a500iR vs Mitsui Seiki Vertex 100
Makino vs Mitsui Seiki · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The Makino a500iR and the Mitsui Seiki Vertex 100 are five-axis machining centers of similar size. The Vertex 100 has more X travel, 1,000 mm (39.4 in) against 900 mm (35.4 in), and a higher load rating of 500 kg (1,102 lb) against 400 kg (880 lb.); the a500iR has more Y and Z travel, 750 mm against 700 mm and 800 mm against 500 mm.
The Vertex 100 runs an HSK-A63 spindle to 20,000 rpm, against 14,000 rpm standard on the a500iR, which offers 20,000 and 24,000 rpm spindles as options. The a500iR carries 90 tools as standard against 60 tools (90 optional) and rapids at 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) against 50 m/min (1,969 ipm).
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Makino a500iR | Mitsui Seiki Vertex 100 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 900 mm (35.4 in) | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 750 mm (29.5 in) ▲ | 700 mm (27.6 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 800 mm (31.5 in) ▲ | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 400 kg (880 lb.) | 500 kg (1,102 lb) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 14,000 rpm (standard) / 20,000 and 24,000 (optional) | 20,000 rpm ▲ |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT40 (std/14k) / HSK-A63 (opt/14k; req'd/20k & 24k) | HSK-A63 |
| Tool Capacity | 90 tools (standard) / 133, 218, 311 tools (optional) ▲ | 60 tools (90 optional) |
| Rapid Traverse | 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) ▲ | 50 m/min (1,969 ipm) |
Advantages
Makino a500iR
- 800 mm Z travel against 500 mm, and 750 mm Y against 700 mm
- 90 tools standard against 60
- 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) rapids against 50 m/min (1,969 ipm)
- Optional 24,000 rpm spindle
Mitsui Seiki Vertex 100
- 20,000 rpm HSK-A63 spindle against 14,000 rpm standard
- 1,000 mm X travel against 900 mm
- 500 kg (1,102 lb) load rating against 400 kg
Verdict
The Mitsui Seiki Vertex 100 suits aerospace and medical parts in titanium and superalloys, such as impellers, blisks and implants, where a 20,000 rpm spindle as standard matters and accuracy certification is part of the job. The Makino a500iR suits taller parts and higher-throughput work, with 800 mm of Z travel, 90 tools as standard and 60,000 mm/min rapids.