DMG Mori CLX 450 TC

Est. $250,000 - $350,000 Updated 2026-08-10

Key Specifications

Weight

7,500 kg (16,535 lb)

Rapid Traverse

30 m/min (1,181 ipm)

Max Turn Length

450 mm (17.7 in)

max turning diameter

400 mm (15.7 in)

max x axis travel

310 mm (12.2 in)

max y axis travel

100 mm (3.9 in) / +/-50 mm

Overview

The DMG Mori CLX 450 TC is the entry point into turn-mill complete machining from DMG Mori, and it represents a serious step up from a standard turning center with live tooling. Built on the proven CLX 450 platform, the TC variant adds a compactMASTER turn-mill spindle with B-axis capability, giving shops a genuine multitasking machine without jumping straight to the CTX or NTX price bracket.

The main spindle delivers 22 kW (30 hp) at 5,000 RPM with a 10-inch chuck and 65 mm (2.6 in) bar capacity. What makes this machine a TC rather than just another turning center is the B-axis milling head. The compactMASTER spindle runs at 10,000 RPM with 12 kW (16 hp) and interfaces through Capto C4, keeping tool costs reasonable compared to the larger HSK-A63 on the CTX and NTX platforms. The B-axis swivels through 110 degrees, driven by a direct drive motor with scale feedback for backlash-free positioning.

Axis travels come in at 310 mm (12.2 in) in X, 100 mm (3.9 in) in Y (plus/minus 50 mm), and 510 mm (20.1 in) in Z. Maximum turning diameter is 400 mm (15.7 in) with a turning length of 450 mm (17.7 in). These are compact numbers, but they cover the vast majority of chuck-work parts in job shops. Rapid traverse hits 30 m/min on all linear axes.

The standard tool magazine holds 16 stations, expandable to 24. There is no lower turret option on this model, which is one of the trade-offs versus the bigger NTX machines. But for shops doing parts that need turning plus some milling, drilling, and tapping on the same platform, the CLX 450 TC gets the job done at a fraction of the NTX cost.

Control is CELOS with Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl, the same interface used across DMG Mori premium machines. Floor space runs about 3,200 x 2,100 mm, and the machine weighs roughly 7,500 kg (16,535 lb). Pricing starts around $250,000 for a base configuration, making it the most accessible true turn-mill in the DMG Mori portfolio. Direct competitors include the Mazak Quick Turn 250MSY, Okuma LB3000 EX II MY, and the DN Solutions SMX 2100ST.

Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data and dealer documentation.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	400 mm (15.7 in)
Max Turning Length	450 mm (17.7 in)
Max X Axis Travel	310 mm (12.2 in)
Max Y Axis Travel	100 mm (3.9 in) / +/-50 mm
Max Z Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Bar Capacity	65 mm (2.6 in)
Chuck Size	10 in (254 mm)
Main Spindle Speed	5,000 RPM
Main Spindle Power	22 kW (30 hp)
Main Spindle Torque	350 Nm
Turn Mill Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Turn Mill Spindle Power	12 kW (16 hp)
Turn Mill Spindle Interface	Capto C4
B Axis Swivel	110 deg, Direct Drive
Tool Magazine	16 standard / 24 optional
Rapid Traverse Rate	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
CNC Control	CELOS with Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl
Machine Weight	7,500 kg (16,535 lb)
Floor Space	3,200 x 2,100 mm
400 Mm	15.7 in.
1100 Mm	43.3 in.
77 Mm	3 in.
750 Mm	29.5 in.
200 Mm	7.9 in.

Specifications sourced from us.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Most affordable true turn-mill in DMG Mori lineup, starting around $250K versus $400K+ for the NTX series, making B-axis multitasking accessible to mid-size shops
compactMASTER B-axis milling spindle at 10,000 RPM delivers real milling capability, not just bolt-on live tooling with limited rigidity and speed
CELOS with Siemens 840D sl control is the same interface used on DMG Mori premium CTX and NTX machines, so operators can transfer between machines without retraining
65 mm bar capacity handles the most common bar stock sizes for production turning with milling operations in a single setup
Compact 3,200 x 2,100 mm footprint fits into smaller shop floors where a full NTX or CTX platform would not physically work
Direct Drive B-axis with scale feedback eliminates backlash for consistent angular accuracy on milled features across extended production runs
Built on the proven CLX 450 platform with established reliability record and global service support infrastructure

Limitations

110-degree B-axis range is significantly less than the 240-degree range on NTX and CTX TC machines, limiting angular access on complex contoured parts
No lower turret option means no parallel processing capability, so cycle times will be longer than NTX machines on production work
12 kW milling spindle is about half the power of the NTX 18.5 kW compactMASTER, restricting heavy milling in tough materials like Inconel and titanium
450 mm turning length limits the machine to chuck-work parts; shops running long shaft work need a CTX or NTX
16-station tool magazine is tight for complex parts needing many tools; even the 24-station expansion fills up fast on multitasking jobs

Best For

Job shops stepping into multitasking for the first time, consolidating turning and milling setups without the NTX price commitment Medical device manufacturers producing small-to-mid-size implants and instruments with turned and milled features in a single cycle Automotive suppliers running chuck-size parts that need OD/ID turning plus cross-drilling, pocketing, or contouring in one setup Precision shops upgrading from Y-axis live tooling lathes to true B-axis turn-mill capability for more complex part geometries Shops with limited floor space that need multitasking capability in a compact footprint under 7 square meters

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DMG Mori CLX 450 TC cost?

DMG Mori quotes the CLX 450 TC per configuration. The TC sits in the value line, so the base machine is relatively tightly specified and the options do the work: the 24-tool magazine over the standard 16, high-pressure through-spindle coolant, bar feeder, parts catcher, steady rest and tailstock, and the chip and coolant handling. Capto C4 tooling for the compactMASTER milling spindle is a separate and non-trivial purchase. Used CLX 450 TCs are priced on hours, B-axis and milling spindle condition, and how much tooling transfers with the machine.

02 What is the difference between the CLX 450 TC and a CLX 450 with live tooling?

The standard CLX 450 uses a turret with driven tools, limited in speed and power. The TC replaces that with a dedicated compactMASTER B-axis milling spindle at 10,000 RPM and 12 kW, plus Y-axis travel. The TC is a meaningful step up in price over a live-tooled CLX 450, and the Capto C4 tooling it needs is a further cost — but it is genuine milling capability rather than secondary operations on a turning machine.

03 How does the CLX 450 TC compare to the NTX 1000?

The NTX 1000 is a step up in every dimension: a more powerful milling spindle (18.5 kW vs 12 kW), a much wider B-axis range (240 vs 110 degrees), an optional lower turret, and a sub-spindle for done-in-one work. It is priced a clear class above the CLX 450 TC, which is DMG Mori's value-line turn-mill. If your parts need both ends machined in one setup, the NTX earns the difference; if they do not, the CLX 450 TC covers a lot of ground.

04 Can the CLX 450 TC run with a bar feeder?

Yes. The 65 mm bar capacity pairs well with standard magazine bar feeders for unattended production of bar stock parts. Add a parts catcher and chip conveyor for lights-out capability.

05 What CAM software works with the CLX 450 TC?

Esprit, hyperMILL, and Mastercam with the turn-mill module all support the CLX TC series. Budget for a turn-mill CAM licence plus a machine-specific post and a simulation model — with a B-axis milling spindle and a tailstock in the envelope, collision checking matters. CAM vendors price per seat and per module, so get a quote alongside the machine rather than after it lands.