Brother Industries Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Brother TC-S2A

Est. $45,000 - $65,000 Updated 2026-10-03

Key Specifications

Spindle Taper

BT30

Table Size

300 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 in)

Accuracy

+/- 0.005 mm

Repeatability

+/- 0.002 mm

x y z travel

300 x 200 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 x 7.9 in)

spindle speed

10,000 RPM

How much does the Brother TC-S2A cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$45,000 - $65,000

Our best estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class — not a quote from Brother Industries. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Brother TC-S2A is a compact BT30 tapping center listed with 300 x 200 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 x 7.9 in) of travel, a 10,000 RPM spindle on a 1.5 kW (2.0 HP) motor, a 16-tool ATC and the Brother CNC-C00 control. Brother's current pages do not include it, so these are the listed figures rather than ones checked against the maker, and a buyer should confirm them on the machine.

The related TC-S2C is a different size of machine: 300 x 400 x 300 mm (11.8 x 15.7 x 11.8 in) of travel, 14 tools, 50 / 50 / 50 m/min rapids and a 16,000 rpm spindle option. The TC-S2A keeps the same 300 mm of X but has half the Y and two-thirds of the Z, with rapids of 30 / 30 / 30 m/min (1,181 IPM). It suits work that fits a small vise and does not need deep fixtures.

Tool changes are listed at 0.9 sec tool to tool, quick enough for hole-making sequences where the spindle does several short operations per part. With 1.5 kW available, drilling and tapping in aluminium, brass and mild steel are the realistic jobs; large drills and face mills in steel will run out of power.

The table is 300 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 in) with a 30 kg (66 lb) load limit. Listed positioning accuracy is +/- 0.005 mm, repeatability +/- 0.002 mm. At approx. 950 kg (2,094 lb) on a 900 x 1,300 mm (35.4 x 51.2 in) footprint, it fits where a larger machining center would not.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Y Z Travel	300 x 200 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 x 7.9 in)
Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Spindle Motor	1.5 kW (2.0 HP)
Spindle Taper	BT30
Rapid Traverse X Y Z	30 / 30 / 30 m/min (1,181 IPM)
Tool Changer Capacity	16-tool ATC
Tool to Tool Time	0.9 sec
Table Size	300 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 in)
Max Table Load	30 kg (66 lb)
Positioning Accuracy	+/- 0.005 mm
Repeatability	+/- 0.002 mm
CNC Control	Brother CNC-C00
Machine Weight	approx. 950 kg (2,094 lb)
Floor Space Required	900 x 1,300 mm (35.4 x 51.2 in)

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Tool-to-tool time of 0.9 sec with a 16-tool ATC
Listed with the Brother CNC-C00 control, Brother's own CNC
Small 900 x 1,300 mm (35.4 x 51.2 in) footprint at approx. 950 kg (2,094 lb)
10,000 RPM BT30 spindle for drilling and tapping

Limitations

Y travel of 200 mm (7.9 in), against 400 mm (15.7 in) on the TC-S2C
1.5 kW (2.0 HP) spindle motor limits cutting in steel
Table rated for only 30 kg (66 lb)
Rapids of 30 / 30 / 30 m/min (1,181 IPM), and the figures could not be checked against Brother's pages

Best For

Drilling and tapping small parts in a single vise Short hole-making cycles with frequent tool changes Tight floor plans and floors with limited load capacity

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the TC-S2A differ from the TC-S2C?

The TC-S2C has 300 x 400 x 300 mm (11.8 x 15.7 x 11.8 in) of travel, 14 tools, rapids of 50 / 50 / 50 m/min and a 16,000 rpm spindle option. The TC-S2A has 300 x 200 x 200 mm (11.8 x 7.9 x 7.9 in), 16 tools, 30 / 30 / 30 m/min rapids and a 10,000 RPM spindle.

02 What materials can the TC-S2A cut?

With a 1.5 kW (2.0 HP) motor and 10,000 RPM, it is suited to drilling and tapping aluminium, brass and mild steel with small tools. Heavy milling or large drills in steel need more spindle power than the listed figures provide.

03 How quick is the TC-S2A tool change?

The listed tool-to-tool time is 0.9 sec, with 16 tools in the ATC. On a part with many small holes and taps, that keeps the time between operations short, which is where a tapping center earns its keep.

04 What should I check on a used TC-S2A?

Because the model is not on Brother's current pages, confirm the travels, spindle speed and control on the machine. Then check repeatability against the listed +/- 0.002 mm with a test part, and confirm the table and fixture stay within 30 kg (66 lb).