Machine Comparison
Mazak VARIAXIS i-300 vs Mazak VARIAXIS i NEO
Yamazaki Mazak vs Yamazaki Mazak · 5-Axis Machining Centers
Summary
The Mazak VARIAXIS i-300 and the Mazak VARIAXIS i NEO are both 5-axis machining centers on MAZATROL SmoothAi with 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) rapids, but they are different size classes and serve different jobs. The i-300 is a compact small-part machine with 350 mm (13.78 in) of X travel and a 145-tool magazine. The i NEO, given here mainly as the i-700 NEO, has 730 mm (28.7 in) of X travel.
The i NEO offers 1,050 mm (41.3 in) Y travel against 550 mm (21.65 in), 600 mm (23.6 in) Z against 510 mm (20.08 in), and a 500 kg (1,102 lb) table load on the i-600/700 against 65 kg (143 lb). Both start at 12,000 RPM and both list 22 kW / 30 hp. The i-300 carries 145 tools standard, expandable to 505, against 30 standard on the NEO.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Mazak VARIAXIS i-300 | Mazak VARIAXIS i NEO |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 350 mm (13.78 in) | 730 mm (28.7 in) [i-700 NEO] ▲ |
| Y-Axis Travel | 550 mm (21.65 in) | 1,050 mm (41.3 in) [i-700 NEO] ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 510 mm (20.08 in) | 600 mm (23.6 in) [i-700 NEO] ▲ |
| Max Table / Workpiece Load | 65 kg (143 lb) including work holder | 500 kg (1,102 lb) [i-600/700], 800 kg (1,764 lb) [i-800] ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM (18K / 25K / 30K RPM optional) | 12,000 RPM [i-600], 18,000 RPM [i-700], 10,000 RPM [i-800] |
| Spindle Power | 22 kW / 30 hp (40% ED); 15 kW continuous | 22 kW / 30 hp [i-700 NEO] |
| Spindle Taper / Nose | BIG-PLUS BT40 (HSK-A63 / HSK-F63 optional) | BT40 [i-600], BIG-PLUS No.40 [i-700], BIG-PLUS No.50 [i-800] |
| Tool Capacity | 145 tools standard (expandable to 505) | 30 standard (40, 80, 120 optional) |
| Rapid Traverse | 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) on X, Y, Z | 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) |
| Control | MAZATROL SmoothAi CNC | MAZATROL SmoothAi CNC |
Advantages
Mazak VARIAXIS i-300
- 145 tools standard, expandable to 505, against 30 standard
- Optional 18K / 25K / 30K RPM spindles
- Compact machine for lights-out small-part production
Mazak VARIAXIS i NEO
- 730 mm (28.7 in) X and 1,050 mm (41.3 in) Y travel on the i-700 NEO against 350 mm and 550 mm
- Table load of 500 kg (1,102 lb) on the i-600/700 and 800 kg (1,764 lb) on the i-800, against 65 kg (143 lb)
- BIG-PLUS No.50 spindle available on the i-800
Verdict
Pick by part size. The Mazak VARIAXIS i-300 is for small medical, aerospace and automotive parts within 65 kg, run unattended with 145 tools or more on hand. The Mazak VARIAXIS i NEO is for larger aerospace structural parts, molds and mixed job shop work that need up to 1,050 mm of Y travel, 500 kg to 800 kg of table load and PALLETECH automation.