Machine Comparison
Makino a900Z vs Makino D2
Makino vs Makino · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The Makino a900Z and Makino D2 are both large five-axis machining centers, but they serve different jobs. The a900Z is a pallet machine for heavy five-axis cutting on an 800 mm (31.5 in) pallet. The D2 is a die and mold machine with 2,200 mm (86.61 in) of X travel, 2,300 mm (90.56 in) of Y travel and a 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.) load rating.
The D2 also spins to 15,000 rpm on an HSK-A100 spindle as standard, where the a900Z runs 10,000 rpm and offers 15,000 rpm as an extra-cost option. The a900Z has more Z travel, 1,185 mm - 1,265 mm (46.7 in - 49.8 in) against 1,100 mm (43.3 in), a much quicker tool change at 1.8 - 1.9 sec against 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec, and slightly faster rapids, 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) against 58,000 mm/min (2,283 in/min). Both start with 60 tools.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Makino a900Z | Makino D2 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1,400 mm (55.1 in) | 2,200 mm (86.61 in) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) | 2,300 mm (90.56 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,185 mm - 1,265 mm (46.7 in - 49.8 in) ▲ | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) |
| Pallet Size | 800 mm (31.5 in) | 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm / 1,250 mm x 1,000 mm (39.6 in x 39.6 in & 49.2 in x 39.6 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 1,200 kg (2,640 lb) | 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm (standard) / 8,000 (optional) / 15,000 (optional) | 15,000 rpm (HSK - A100) ▲ |
| Tool Capacity | 60 (standard) / 185 (optional) | 60 (136) |
| Tool Change (tool-to-tool) | 1.8 - 1.9 sec ▲ | 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec |
| Rapid Traverse | 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) ▲ | 58,000 mm/min (2,283 in/min) |
Advantages
Makino a900Z
- 1.8 - 1.9 sec tool-to-tool change against 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec
- Z travel of 1,185 mm - 1,265 mm (46.7 in - 49.8 in) against 1,100 mm (43.3 in)
- 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) rapids against 58,000 mm/min (2,283 in/min)
- Optional 185-tool magazine against 136 on the D2
Makino D2
- 2,200 mm (86.61 in) X and 2,300 mm (90.56 in) Y travel against 1,400 mm (55.1 in) and 1,200 mm (47.2 in)
- 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.) workpiece load against 1,200 kg (2,640 lb)
- 15,000 rpm HSK-A100 spindle as standard, a speed the a900Z reaches only as an option
- Pallet of 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm or 1,250 mm x 1,000 mm against 800 mm (31.5 in)
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs. Choose the Makino a900Z for five-axis production of parts up to 1,200 kg (2,640 lb), where 1.8 - 1.9 sec tool changes and the optional 185-tool magazine keep heavy multi-face work moving. Choose the Makino D2 for large 3-D dies and molds up to 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.), where 2,300 mm (90.56 in) of Y travel and a 15,000 rpm spindle suit high-speed finishing of big mold surfaces.