DMG Mori DMU 100 p FD duoBLOCK

$750,000 - $1,200,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,000 mm (39.4 in)

Y Travel

1,250 mm (49.2 in)

Z Travel

1,000 mm (39.4 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM (15,000 / 20,000 RPM optional)

Spindle Taper

HSK-A100

Tool Capacity

60 tools standard (up to 453)

Overview

The DMG Mori DMU 100 P FD duoBLOCK is the mill-turn variant of the workhorse DMU 100 P duoBLOCK, adding a DirectDrive rotary table for turning operations to the platform that many shops consider the sweet spot of the duoBLOCK lineup. With 1,000 x 1,250 x 1,000 mm (39.4 x 49.2 x 39.4 in) of travel and table load capacity of 2,200 kg (4,850 lb) standard or 1,600 kg (3,527 lb) in FD configuration, this machine covers the broadest range of medium-to-large 5-axis mill-turn work.

The FD designation adds turning capability through a DirectDrive C-axis table, enabling facing, boring, and cylindrical turning operations without moving the workpiece to a separate lathe. For aerospace parts with both complex 5-axis contours and turned journals, medical implants with milled features and turned stems, and mold components needing both milled cavities and turned cores, the DMU 100 P FD eliminates a secondary operation and the associated setup error.

The duoBLOCK construction provides the backbone: three guide ways on the Y-axis, thermosymmetric casting design, and extensive ribbing create a platform that absorbs vibration during both milling and turning operations. The powerMASTER 1000 motor spindle delivers 77 kW (103 hp) and 1,000 Nm (738 ft-lb) through HSK-A100, while the 5X torqueMASTER gear spindle pushes 1,300 Nm (1,328 ft-lb) at 52 kW (70 hp).

Maximum workpiece envelope accommodates parts up to 1,100 mm (43.3 in) in diameter and 1,600 mm (63 in) in height. The tool magazine scales to 453 pockets with 5.6-second chip-to-chip changes. Water-cooled feed drives and the Spindle Growth Sensor maintain thermal stability. DMG Mori quotes 96% uptime for the duoBLOCK platform.

Control options include SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE and HEIDENHAIN TNC7 with CELOS X integration. SINUMERIK ONE is preferred for mill-turn work due to its integrated turning cycles. For shops in the $750K-$1.2M budget range looking for a do-everything 5-axis mill-turn platform, the DMU 100 P FD is the benchmark. Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,000 mm (39.4 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,250 mm (49.2 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,000 mm (39.4 in)
B Axis Swivel	-30 to +180 degrees (210 total)
C Axis Rotation	360 degrees continuous (turning-capable)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM (15,000 / 20,000 RPM optional)
Spindle Taper	HSK-A100
Spindle Motor Power	77 kW / 103 hp (powerMASTER 1000)
Spindle Torque	1,000 Nm / 738 ft-lb (powerMASTER 1000)
Torquemaster Torque	1,300 Nm / 1,328 ft-lb (5X torqueMASTER)
Torquemaster Power	52 kW / 70 hp
Tool Capacity	60 tools standard (up to 453)
Tool Change Time	5.6 seconds chip-to-chip
Max Workpiece Diameter	1,100 mm (43.3 in)
Max Workpiece Height	1,600 mm (63 in)
Max Table Load	2,200 kg (4,850 lb)
Max Table Load Fd	1,600 kg (3,527 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	60 m/min (2,362 ipm)
CNC Control	SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE / HEIDENHAIN TNC7
Uptime Rating	96%
1000 Mm	39.4 in.
1250 Mm	49.2 in.
1100 Mm	43.3 in.
1600 Mm	63 in.
2200 Kg	4850.2 lbs.
Customer Benefits	User Interface
1600 Kg	3527.4 lbs.

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Integrated mill-turn on the most popular duoBLOCK platform eliminates secondary lathe operations for complex parts
1,000 x 1,250 x 1,000 mm travel provides the largest standard work envelope in the mid-range duoBLOCK series
PowerMASTER spindle at 103 hp and 1,000 Nm sustains aggressive milling between turning passes without compromise
453-tool magazine enables complex multi-operation mill-turn parts without manual intervention
96% quoted uptime backed by global service network reduces unplanned downtime risk
Water-cooled feed drives and SGS maintain thermal stability through extended combined milling and turning cycles

Limitations

Table load drops from 2,200 kg to 1,600 kg in FD mill-turn configuration, limiting heavy-part turning capability
Price starting above $750K and easily exceeding $1M with options makes this a major capital commitment
HSK-A100 tooling plus dedicated turning tool holders represent substantial combined tooling investment
Combined mill-turn programming demands operators proficient in both milling and turning CAM strategies
FD adds complexity to maintenance requirements compared to the milling-only DMU 100 P

Best For

Aerospace tier-1 and tier-2 suppliers machining structural components with both milled and turned features in a single setup Mold and die manufacturers needing turned cores and milled cavities on the same workpiece Medical device manufacturers producing large implants and instruments with combined mill-turn geometry Job shops seeking the most versatile 5-axis mill-turn platform in the duoBLOCK lineup Production environments requiring combined mill-turn with pallet automation and large tool magazines

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DMG Mori DMU 100 P FD duoBLOCK cost?

New DMU 100 P FD duoBLOCK machines typically run $750,000 to $1,200,000 depending on spindle selection, tool magazine size, and automation. The FD option adds approximately $50,000-$100,000 over the standard DMU 100 P.

02 How much table load do I lose with the FD option?

Table load drops from 2,200 kg (standard) to 1,600 kg (FD configuration). The reduction accommodates the DirectDrive turning mechanism. If your parts consistently exceed 1,600 kg and need turning, consider the DMU 125 P FD at 2,600 kg FD capacity.

03 Which control is better for mill-turn work?

SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE is generally preferred for mill-turn programming due to its integrated turning cycles and unified programming environment. HEIDENHAIN TNC7 excels for pure milling applications. Both work, but SINUMERIK ONE reduces programming complexity for combined operations.

04 Can I retrofit the FD option to an existing DMU 100 P?

No. The FD DirectDrive table is a factory-installed option that requires a different rotary table assembly. Converting a standard DMU 100 P to FD configuration is not practical — it is more cost-effective to purchase the FD variant from new.