Machine Comparison
Mazak MULTIPLEX W vs Mazak Nexus 3000
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · CNC Lathes
Summary
The Mazak MULTIPLEX W and the Mazak Nexus 3000 are both Mazak turning centers, built for different work. The MULTIPLEX W is a production machine for short chucked parts, with 7 in (178 mm) to 9 in (229 mm) of turning length; the Nexus 3000 turns shafts up to 1,016 mm (40 in) long and takes a 305 mm (12 in) chuck against 8 in to 10 in.
The MULTIPLEX W is the faster machine: its spindles reach 4,000 rpm to 5,000 rpm against 3,000 RPM, it rapids at 1,181 ipm (30 m/min) to 1,378 ipm (35 m/min) against 20 m/min, and it has 11 in (279 mm) to 12 in (305 mm) of X travel against 260 mm (10.24 in). The Nexus 3000 has the stronger spindle at 30 kW (40 hp), against 15 kW (20 HP) to 22 kW (30 HP) continuous.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak MULTIPLEX W | Mazak Nexus 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 11 in (279 mm) to 12 in (305 mm) | 260 mm (10.24 in) |
| Max Turning Length | 7 in (178 mm) to 9 in (229 mm) | 1,016 mm (40 in) |
| Chuck Size | 8 in to 10 in | 305 mm (12 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 4,000 rpm to 5,000 rpm | 3,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 15 kW (20 HP) continuous to 22 kW (30 HP) continuous | 30 kW (40 hp) |
| Rapid Traverse | 1,181 ipm (30 m/min) to 1,378 ipm (35 m/min) | 20 m/min X, 20 m/min Z |
| Machine Weight | 24,471 lb (11,100 kg) to 29,762 lb (13,500 kg) | 6,500 kg (14,330 lb) |
Advantages
Mazak MULTIPLEX W
- Spindle speed of 4,000 rpm to 5,000 rpm against 3,000 RPM
- Rapid traverse of 1,181 ipm (30 m/min) to 1,378 ipm (35 m/min) against 20 m/min on X and Z
- X travel of 11 in (279 mm) to 12 in (305 mm) against 260 mm (10.24 in)
Mazak Nexus 3000
- Turning length of 1,016 mm (40 in) against 7 in (178 mm) to 9 in (229 mm)
- 30 kW (40 hp) spindle against 15 kW (20 HP) to 22 kW (30 HP) continuous
- Takes a 305 mm (12 in) chuck, larger than the 8 in to 10 in of the MULTIPLEX W
Verdict
These two serve different jobs. Choose the Mazak MULTIPLEX W for volume production of short flanges, hubs and gear blanks machined on both ends, where its higher spindle speed and faster rapids cut cycle time and a gantry loader can feed it. Choose the Mazak Nexus 3000 for shafts and longer parts, where 1,016 mm (40 in) of turning length, a 305 mm (12 in) chuck and a 30 kW (40 hp) spindle are what the work needs.