CHIRON DZ 15 W

$400,000 - $600,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

400 mm (15.7 in) per spindle

Y Travel

300 mm (11.8 in)

Z Travel

300 mm (11.8 in)

Max Spindle

20,000 rpm per spindle

Spindle Taper

HSK-A40

Tool Capacity

30 tools per spindle (60 total)

Overview

The CHIRON DZ 15 W is a twin-spindle, 5-axis vertical machining center engineered for high-throughput production of complex small-to-medium components. Built on CHIRON's proven DZ (Doppelspindel/double-spindle) platform, the DZ 15 W delivers simultaneous 5-axis machining across two independent spindles, effectively doubling output versus a single-spindle machine in the same footprint. The machine is purpose-built for automotive, medical, and precision engineering sectors where cycle time reduction and part quality must coexist.

Each spindle on the DZ 15 W runs at up to 20,000 rpm with HSK-A40 tooling, providing the high surface speeds required for aluminum, titanium, and hardened steels. The swivel range on the A-axis reaches +30/-120 degrees while the C-axis provides full 360-degree continuous rotation, enabling complex undercuts and compound angles in a single setup. CHIRON's linear motor drives on the X and Y axes deliver rapid traverse rates exceeding 75 m/min with acceleration values around 1g, keeping non-cutting time to an absolute minimum.

The machine's structural concept uses a traveling-column design with a fixed pallet station, which provides excellent rigidity while keeping the work envelope accessible for automation. CHIRON's standardized automation interfaces allow integration with gantry loaders, robot cells, and pallet systems, and the DZ 15 W is frequently deployed in fully automated 24/7 production cells. The Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl control with CHIRON's own SmartLine HMI gives operators intuitive access to multi-spindle programs and process monitoring.

The DZ 15 W competes directly with the Fanuc Robodrill and Brother Speedio in the compact twin-spindle 5-axis space, but distinguishes itself with higher spindle speed, more aggressive axis dynamics, and deeper 5-axis capability. New pricing typically falls in the $400,000–$600,000 range depending on spindle configuration, tool magazine size, and automation integration. For high-volume production environments machining complex parts in aluminum or titanium, the DZ 15 W's productivity case is compelling.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Spindles	2 (twin-spindle)
Max Spindle Speed	20,000 rpm per spindle
Spindle Taper	HSK-A40
Spindle Motor Power	14 kW (18.8 hp) per spindle (S1)
X-Axis Travel	400 mm (15.7 in) per spindle
Y-Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
Z-Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
A Axis Range	+30° / -120°
C Axis Range	360° continuous
Rapid Traverse Xy	75 m/min (2,953 ipm)
Tool Capacity	30 tools per spindle (60 total)
CNC Control	Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl
Floor Space Required	Approx. 3,500 x 3,200 mm (137.8 x 126 in)
Positioning Accuracy	+/- 0.004 mm
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Model	DZ15 W
Brand	CHIRON
Type	Vertical Machining Centers
X2874y15748z16732power778 Hprpm20000 Rpm	# ATC210TaperSK 40 / HSK 63# Axis3ControlCNC
X	28.74"
Y	15.748"
Z	16.732"
Power	77.8 hp
Rpm	20,000 RPM
Atc	210
Taper	SK 40 / HSK 63
Axis	3
Cnc Control	CNC
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Specifications sourced from machinetools.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Twin-spindle 5-axis architecture doubles throughput versus single-spindle machines in essentially the same floor space, dramatically reducing cost-per-part
20,000 rpm HSK-A40 spindles with linear motor drives achieve rapid traverse of 75 m/min, minimizing non-cutting time in high-volume production
Full simultaneous 5-axis capability on both spindles allows complex part geometries — undercuts, compound angles, and deep pockets — in a single setup
CHIRON's standardized automation interfaces make integration with robots, gantry loaders, and pallet systems straightforward for lights-out production

Limitations

Twin-spindle configuration requires synchronizing toolpaths across both spindles, adding programming complexity versus single-spindle 5-axis machines
HSK-A40 taper limits rigidity for heavy-cutting applications in steel and cast iron compared to HSK-A63 machines
At $400K–$600K, the DZ 15 W requires high-volume production justification — job shops with mixed part portfolios may not achieve the ROI of dedicated production environments

Best For

Automotive suppliers producing high volumes of small aluminum and titanium components — brackets, housings, valve bodies — where twin-spindle throughput translates directly to cost reduction Medical device manufacturers machining bone screws, implant components, and surgical instruments requiring 5-axis access in large quantities Precision engineering shops running dedicated production cells for complex small parts where 24/7 automation justifies the machine investment Aerospace subcontractors machining aluminum and titanium structural components that require compound-angle features in a single setup

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the productivity advantage of the CHIRON DZ 15 W over a single-spindle 5-axis machine?

In production environments machining identical parts, the DZ 15 W can theoretically double output versus a comparable single-spindle machine like the CHIRON FZ 15 S. Both spindles run simultaneously on separate workpieces, so cycle time per part is halved when the program is properly balanced. In practice, gains of 1.7–1.9x are typical, accounting for load/unload and tool change overlap.

02 Can the two spindles on the DZ 15 W be programmed independently?

Yes. The DZ 15 W's Sinumerik 840D sl control runs separate NC channels for each spindle. Spindles can operate synchronously (machining identical parts simultaneously) or asynchronously (machining different parts or different operations), providing flexibility for mixed-part production. Synchronous operation maximizes throughput; asynchronous operation adds flexibility.

03 What materials does the DZ 15 W handle best?

The DZ 15 W's 20,000 rpm HSK-A40 spindles are optimized for aluminum, magnesium alloys, and plastics at high material removal rates. They also handle titanium, stainless steel, and hardened materials at appropriate cutting parameters, but the HSK-A40 taper limits tool shank size and therefore rigidity for very aggressive steel roughing. For heavy steel cutting, CHIRON's larger DZ 25 P with HSK-A63 would be more appropriate.

04 How does the DZ 15 W integrate with automation?

CHIRON designs the DZ 15 W with standardized robot and pallet interfaces. The machine pairs with CHIRON's own Variocell Uno/Pallet robot systems, third-party 6-axis robots from FANUC or KUKA, and overhead gantry loaders. The traveling-column design keeps the work area open from the front, making robot access straightforward. Most DZ 15 W installations are fully automated.

05 How does the CHIRON DZ 15 W compare to the Brother Speedio or Fanuc Robodrill?

The DZ 15 W is in a different productivity class — it is a twin-spindle machine while the Speedio and Robodrill are single-spindle. The Speedio and Robodrill are faster per tool change and lower cost, making them excellent for agile production of small parts. The DZ 15 W is better suited to dedicated high-volume runs where the twin-spindle throughput advantage justifies the higher capital cost and programming complexity.