Machine Comparison
Makino L2 APC vs Makino L2 Table
Makino vs Makino · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Makino L2 APC and Makino L2 Table are two versions of the same small-part vertical machining center. Both have 400 x 300 x 300 mm of travel, a 16,000 rpm HSK-A50 spindle, 3.5 to 4.5 sec chip-to-chip time, 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) rapids and the Makino Professional 6 control.
The difference is workholding. The L2 APC uses an automatic pallet changer with a 120 mm diameter pallet and 15 tools as standard (30 optional). The L2 Table has a fixed 600 x 400 mm table rated 60 kg (132 lb), with 30 tools as standard, suited to multi-part fixtures and robot loading through the door.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Makino L2 APC | Makino L2 Table |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) | 400 mm (15.7 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Table Size | 120 mm diameter (4.75 in diameter) | 600 x 400 mm (23.62 in x 15.74 in) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 300 kg (661 lb) ▲ | 60 kg (132 lb) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 16,000 rpm (HSK-A50), Optional - 8,000 (HSK-A50) | 16,000 rpm (HSK-A50), Optional - 8,000 (HSK-A50) |
| Tool Capacity | 15 (HSK-A50) - Standard (30 optional) | 30 (HSK-A50) - Standard ▲ |
| Chip-to-Chip Time | 3.5 to 4.5 sec | 3.5 to 4.5 sec |
| Rapid Traverse | 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) | 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) |
Advantages
Makino L2 APC
- Automatic pallet changer, so parts are loaded while the spindle cuts
- Pallet format suited to automated small-part production cells
Makino L2 Table
- 30 tools as standard against 15 (30 optional)
- Fixed 600 x 400 mm table for multi-part fixtures, against a 120 mm diameter pallet
- Direct robot loading through the machine door onto the fixed table
Verdict
Spindle, travel and speeds are identical, so choose by how parts are loaded. Choose the Makino L2 APC for high-volume small parts where pallet changing keeps the spindle cutting during loading. Choose the Makino L2 Table for multi-part fixtures on a 600 x 400 mm table, robot cells loading through the door, or shops that prefer standard fixturing, with 30 tools as standard.