Machine Comparison
Mazak MEGA Series vs Mazak MEGA 8800
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · Horizontal Machining Centers
Summary
The Mazak MEGA Series and the Mazak MEGA 8800 are both 50-taper horizontal machining centers for roughing Inconel and other difficult-to-cut alloys. Both reach 4,000 rpm and carry 60 tools as standard; the MEGA Series lists up to 348 tools as an extra-cost option.
The MEGA 8800 has the larger envelope, 55 in (1,397 mm) by 47 in (1,194 mm) by 52 in (1,321 mm) against 1,300 mm (51.2 in) by 1,100 mm (43.3 in) by 1,200 mm (47.2 in), and faster rapids, 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) against 36 m/min (1,417 ipm). The MEGA Series lists 85 kW (114 hp) and 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb) at 15% ED, while the MEGA 8800 lists 75 kW (100 HP) and 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb) continuous; the ratings use different duty bases, so these figures are not like for like.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak MEGA Series | Mazak MEGA 8800 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1,300 mm (51.2 in) | 55 in (1,397 mm) ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) | 47 in (1,194 mm) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) | 52 in (1,321 mm) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 4,000 RPM | 4,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 85 kW (114 hp) at 15% ED ▲ | 75 kW (100 HP) continuous |
| Spindle Torque | 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb) at 15% ED ▲ | 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb) continuous |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | CAT 50 | CAT No.50 |
| Tool Capacity | 60 tools standard (up to 348 optional) | 60 tools |
| Rapid Traverse | 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) | 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) ▲ |
| Machine Weight | 35,000 kg (77,162 lb) approx | 68,342 lb (30,999 kg) |
Advantages
Mazak MEGA Series
- Short-time ratings of 85 kW (114 hp) and 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb) at 15% ED
- Optional tool storage up to 348 tools, against 60 tools
Mazak MEGA 8800
- X travel of 55 in (1,397 mm) against 1,300 mm (51.2 in)
- Y travel of 47 in (1,194 mm) and Z travel of 52 in (1,321 mm), against 1,100 mm (43.3 in) and 1,200 mm (47.2 in)
- Rapids of 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) against 36 m/min (1,417 ipm)
- Torque stated as a continuous rating: 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb)
Verdict
Choose the Mazak MEGA 8800 when parts need the larger 55 in (1,397 mm) by 47 in (1,194 mm) envelope or when 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) rapids shorten positioning on large parts; its 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb) is a continuous rating. Choose the Mazak MEGA Series model when parts fit 1,300 mm (51.2 in) of X travel and long unmanned jobs need tool storage beyond 60 tools, up to 348 tools as an option. Both suit heavy Inconel roughing at 4,000 rpm.