Machine Comparison
Mazak FJV 5-Face vs Mazak FJV BT40
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · Vertical Machining Centers
Summary
The Mazak FJV 5-Face and the Mazak FJV BT40 share a family name but serve different jobs. The FJV 5-Face is a large 50-taper machine for plates, bases and frames machined on the top and four sides in one clamping, with 59.06 in (1,500 mm) to 165.35 in (4,200 mm) of X travel across the series. The FJV BT40 is a 40-taper machine for die and mold work and precision parts, with 22.05 in (560 mm) to 40.16 in (1,020 mm) of X.
The whole 5-Face range sits above the BT40 range on travel and table load: 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) to 22,046 lb (10,000 kg) against 771.62 lb (350 kg) to 2,645 lb (1,200 kg). It has 30 kW (40 HP) and 176 ft-lb (239 Nm) continuous against 15 kW (20 HP) and 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm). The BT40 spins to 12,000 rpm against 10,000 rpm and rapids at 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) against at most 1,575 ipm (40 m/min). Both start at 30 tools.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak FJV 5-Face | Mazak FJV BT40 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 59.06 in (1,500 mm) to 165.35 in (4,200 mm) | 22.05 in (560 mm) to 40.16 in (1,020 mm) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 31.5 in (800 mm) to 96.46 in (2,450 mm) | 16.14 in (410 mm) to 20.08 in (510 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 25.98 in (660 mm) | 16.14 in (410 mm) to 18.11 in (460 mm) |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) to 22,046 lb (10,000 kg) | 771.62 lb (350 kg) to 2,645 lb (1,200 kg) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm | 12,000 rpm ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 30 kW (40 HP) continuous ▲ | 15 kW (20 HP) continuous |
| Spindle Torque | 176 ft-lb (239 Nm) continuous ▲ | 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm) continuous |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT No.50 | BT40 |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools to 60 tools | 30 tools |
| Rapid Traverse | 886 ipm (23 m/min) to 1,575 ipm (40 m/min) | 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) |
| Machine Weight | 41,226 lb (18,700 kg) to 103,616 lb (46,999 kg) | 14,109 lb (6,400 kg) to 18,739 lb (8,500 kg) |
Advantages
Mazak FJV 5-Face
- 59.06 in (1,500 mm) to 165.35 in (4,200 mm) of X travel against 22.05 in (560 mm) to 40.16 in (1,020 mm)
- Table load of 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) to 22,046 lb (10,000 kg) against at most 2,645 lb (1,200 kg)
- 30 kW (40 HP) and 176 ft-lb (239 Nm) continuous on CAT No.50 against 15 kW (20 HP) and 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm)
- Machines the top and four side faces in one clamping
Mazak FJV BT40
- 12,000 rpm spindle against 10,000 rpm
- 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) rapid traverse against at most 1,575 ipm (40 m/min)
- Sized for die and mold, semiconductor and aircraft parts up to 40.16 in (1,020 mm) long
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs. Choose the Mazak FJV 5-Face for large plates, bases and frames in cast iron and steel that need side-face work in one clamping, with up to 22,046 lb (10,000 kg) on the largest tables and 176 ft-lb (239 Nm) at the spindle. Choose the Mazak FJV BT40 for die and mold, semiconductor and aircraft parts that fit within 40.16 in (1,020 mm) of X, where its 12,000 rpm spindle and 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) rapid shorten cycles.