Brother Industries Vertical Machining Centers

Brother TC-S2C

$65,000 - $95,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X / Y / Z Travel

500 x 400 x 300 mm (19.7 x 15.7 x 11.8 in)

Spindle Speed

10,000 RPM (16,000 RPM optional)

Spindle Motor

3.7 kW (5.0 HP)

Spindle Taper

BT30

Rapid Traverse (X/Y/Z)

50 / 50 / 50 m/min (1,969 IPM)

Tool Changer Capacity

21-tool ATC

Overview

The Brother TC-S2C is a high-speed tapping center with the largest standard work envelope in the TC-S2 single-table lineup. X/Y/Z travels of 500 x 400 x 300 mm and a 3.7 kW spindle motor give the TC-S2C genuine light milling capability alongside its core tapping and drilling role, bridging the gap between a dedicated tapping center and a compact vertical machining center.

The BT30 spindle runs at 10,000 rpm standard with an optional 16,000 rpm configuration. The 21-tool ATC maintains sub-1-second tool-to-tool changes. Brother's column-traverse architecture moves the spindle column rather than the table, reducing workpiece-side moving mass for the fast acceleration that defines the tapping center class.

With 80 kg table load capacity, the TC-S2C accommodates larger die-cast housings, manifold blocks, and medium-sized aluminum parts that would not fit on the smaller TC-S2A or TC-S2B. The 300 mm Z-travel also provides more clearance for taller fixturing and workholding setups.

The CNC-C00 control provides Ethernet, USB, rigid tapping optimization, high-speed look-ahead, and conversational aids. The 3.7 kW spindle motor is the same power level as the legacy TC-32A, but paired with modern servo drives and control electronics for significantly improved overall performance.

The TC-S2C targets shops that need the speed of a tapping center for hole-intensive programs but also require enough travel and spindle power to perform contour milling, pocketing, and face milling operations on the same parts without moving them to a separate VMC.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X / Y / Z Travel	500 x 400 x 300 mm (19.7 x 15.7 x 11.8 in)
Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM (16,000 RPM optional)
Spindle Motor	3.7 kW (5.0 HP)
Spindle Taper	BT30
Rapid Traverse (X/Y/Z)	50 / 50 / 50 m/min (1,969 IPM)
Tool Changer Capacity	21-tool ATC
Tool-To-Tool Time	0.9 sec
Table Size	600 x 400 mm (23.6 x 15.7 in)
Max Table Load	80 kg (176 lb)
Positioning Accuracy	+/- 0.004 mm
Repeatability	+/- 0.002 mm
Control	Brother CNC-C00
Machine Weight	approx. 1,800 kg (3,968 lb)
Footprint	1,300 x 1,800 mm (51.2 x 70.9 in)

Specifications sourced from premium.ipros.jp — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Largest work envelope in the TC-S2 single-table lineup covers parts up to 500 mm in X
3.7 kW spindle motor provides genuine light milling capability alongside tapping and drilling
50 m/min rapids and sub-1-second tool changes maintain class-leading cycle times
80 kg table load accommodates larger die-cast housings and manifold blocks
Column-traverse architecture delivers faster acceleration than moving-table VMCs
CNC-C00 control shared across Brother lineup simplifies multi-machine operator training

Limitations

BT30 taper limits heavy cutting and large-diameter tooling compared to BT40/CAT40 VMCs
Higher price than TC-S2A and TC-S2B may not be justified for small-part-only shops
Larger footprint reduces the density advantage of smaller Brother tapping centers
No pallet changer — for pallet-equipped configurations, see the TC-R2 series

Best For

Medium-sized aluminum die-cast housings requiring both drilling/tapping and contour milling Automotive manifold blocks and valve bodies with numerous tapped holes and milled features Production shops needing a tapping center that can also perform light milling without a second VMC High-volume programs with 20+ tools that benefit from the 21-tool ATC and fast tool changes Shops upgrading from legacy TC-32A machines seeking modern control and improved performance

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the TC-S2C compare to the TC-32A?

The TC-S2C is the modern equivalent with the same 3.7 kW spindle power but larger travels (500x400x300 vs 450x300x250 mm), the CNC-C00 control replacing the legacy NC-B00, and faster rapid traverse rates. It is a significant all-around upgrade.

02 Can the TC-S2C replace a small VMC?

For aluminum and non-ferrous parts requiring drilling, tapping, and light milling, yes. The TC-S2C combines tapping center speed with enough spindle power and travel for contour milling. For heavy steel cutting, a dedicated VMC with CAT40 taper is more appropriate.

03 What is the difference between the TC-S2C and TC-S2D?

The TC-S2D offers the same 500mm X-travel but with a larger Y-travel of 400 mm and increased spindle power up to 5.5 kW. The TC-S2D is designed for parts requiring more milling capability.

04 Does the TC-S2C have through-spindle coolant?

Through-spindle coolant is available as a factory option. It is recommended for deep-hole drilling and tapping in production environments to improve chip evacuation and tool life.