DMG Mori DMU 210 P FD
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Max Workpiece ⌀
Overview
The DMG Mori DMU 210 P FD is the mill-turn variant of the large-format DMU 210 P portal 5-axis machining center, integrating a DirectDrive rotary table with sustained turning capability into a platform that accommodates workpieces up to 2,100 mm (82.7 in) in diameter and 5,000 kg (11,023 lb) in the FD configuration. This combination positions the DMU 210 P FD as one of the most capable large-part combined machining platforms in the industry — above the DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK in scale and below the massive gantry machines that lack integrated turning.
The FD DirectDrive table delivers 6,800 Nm (5,015 ft-lb) of torque for heavy turning operations at up to moderate rotational speeds on the largest workpieces the machine accepts. This enables facing, OD turning, boring, and grooving operations on large rotational parts — turbine discs, large flanges, compressor impellers, and massive valve bodies — without transferring the workpiece to a separate vertical turning lathe. The 2,100 x 2,100 x 1,250 mm (82.7 x 82.7 x 49.2 in) travel envelope and portal-style construction make this possible on workpieces that no rotary-table machine can accommodate.
The powerMASTER motor spindle delivers 1,000 Nm (737 ft-lb) of torque through HSK-A100, while the torqueMASTER gear spindle option pushes to 1,800 Nm (1,328 ft-lb) for the most demanding roughing operations in titanium, Inconel, and hardened steel. Maximum feed speed is 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) with feed force up to 40,000 N (8,992 lbf) and acceleration up to 6 m/s² (19.7 ft/s²).
Positioning accuracy is selectable at three levels: standard at 10 micrometers, accuracy pack at 8 micrometers, and micro-precision at 4 micrometers. The micro-precision option — combining thermal compensation, geometric error mapping, and laser calibration — is essential for shops producing aerospace and energy components to tight tolerances on large workpieces where position errors accumulate with scale.
Tool magazine capacity reaches 303 positions. The coolant system holds 980 liters with band filter. Control options are SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE or HEIDENHAIN TNC7, both with CELOS X. The SINUMERIK ONE platform's unified mill-turn programming environment is the preferred choice for the FD variant.
New DMU 210 P FD machines typically price between $2,000,000 and $3,000,000 depending on spindle selection, accuracy package, tool magazine, and options. This is firmly in the category of capital equipment purchased for high-value, high-precision large-part work where the alternative is two or more separate machines. Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 2,100 mm (82.7 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 2,100 mm (82.7 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,250 mm (49.2 in) |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 2,100 mm (82.7 in) |
| Max Workpiece Height | 1,460 mm (57.5 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight Fd | 5,000 kg (11,023 lb) |
| Directdrive Table Torque | 6,800 Nm / 5,015 ft-lb |
| Spindle Torque Powermaster | 1,000 Nm / 737 ft-lb (powerMASTER) |
| Spindle Torque Torquemaster | 1,800 Nm / 1,328 ft-lb (torqueMASTER) |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A100 |
| Feed Speed | 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) |
| Feed Force | 40,000 N (8,992 lbf) |
| Acceleration | 6 m/s2 (19.7 ft/s2) |
| Positioning Accuracy | 10 um standard / 8 um accuracy pack / 4 um micro-precision |
| Tool Capacity | Up to 303 tools |
| Coolant Capacity | 980 L band filter |
| CNC Control | SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE / HEIDENHAIN TNC7 with CELOS X |
| Developer | Apple |
| Popularity | 4.2|3419Votes |
| 83 In | 2,100 mm |
| 49 In | 1,250 mm |
| 98 In | 2,500 mm |
| 57 In | 1,460 mm |
| 17637 Lbs | 8,000 kg |
| Customer Benefits | User Interface |
| Customer Benefitsflexible Application Possibilitiesin Process Measurement | Left : Semi-automatic Measurement solution. / Right : Automatic measurement solution. |
| 11023 Lbs | 5,000 kg |
Specifications sourced from en.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 6,800 Nm DirectDrive table torque enables heavy turning operations on workpieces up to 5,000 kg — eliminating the need for a separate large vertical turning lathe
- 2,100 x 2,100 mm travel envelope accommodates workpieces up to 2,100 mm diameter that no rotary-table 5-axis machine can match
- Portal construction provides superior rigidity over C-frame designs at this workpiece scale, maintaining accuracy during heavy combined milling and turning
- torqueMASTER spindle with 1,800 Nm enables the most aggressive roughing of superalloys and titanium in the large-part 5-axis class
- Three-tier accuracy system (10/8/4 micrometers) allows optimization from structural roughing to aerospace-grade precision on the same machine
- 303-tool magazine supports complex multi-feature large parts — turbine discs, large impellers, multi-port housings — without tool loading intervention
- Unified SINUMERIK ONE mill-turn programming simplifies combined operation programming for large complex parts
Limitations
- Price above $2M is one of the highest in the rotary-table 5-axis class — requires consistently high-value workpiece production to justify
- FD configuration reduces workpiece weight capacity from 8,000 kg (milling only) to 5,000 kg — high-load workpieces may need the non-FD variant
- Installation requires a dedicated reinforced foundation, significant rigging, and controlled environment — total installed cost adds $100,000-$250,000+
- Operational complexity of a large portal mill-turn platform demands highly skilled programmers and operators
- Lead times for new machines and critical spare parts can be extended given the specialized nature of this machine class
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New DMU 210 P FD machines typically price between $2,000,000 and $3,000,000. Base powerMASTER spindle configuration with standard accuracy starts near $2M. Full configuration with torqueMASTER spindle, micro-precision accuracy pack, 303-tool magazine, and commissioning approaches or exceeds $3M. Installation including foundation work adds $100,000-$250,000+.
02
If your workpieces fit within 1,600 mm diameter and 4,500 kg, the DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK at $1.2M-$1.8M is the right choice. Step up to the DMU 210 P FD when parts exceed 1,600 mm diameter, require more than 4,500 kg capacity, or need the 2,100 mm travel cube the portal design provides. The DMU 210 P FD is also superior for pure heavy turning due to the 6,800 Nm table torque vs the duoBLOCK's lower table torque.
03
The FD configuration supports up to 5,000 kg (11,023 lb) in mill-turn mode. The non-FD milling-only DMU 210 P supports up to 8,000 kg. The reduction in FD mode reflects the dynamic loads on the DirectDrive table during turning operations. For workpieces between 5,000 and 8,000 kg that only require milling, the non-FD variant is the appropriate choice.
04
Three accuracy tiers are available: standard at 10 micrometers, accuracy pack at 8 micrometers, and micro-precision at 4 micrometers. The micro-precision option adds comprehensive thermal compensation, volumetric geometric error mapping, and laser calibration — essential for aerospace and power generation parts machined to tight positional tolerances at 2-meter scale.
05
For parts requiring both complex 5-axis milled features and precision turned features in a single setup, yes. The 6,800 Nm DirectDrive table and 1,800 Nm torqueMASTER spindle provide the cutting forces for both operations. However, for pure high-speed turning production, a dedicated vertical turning lathe remains more cycle-time efficient. The DMU 210 P FD delivers the most value when workpieces require both operations and workpiece re-chucking between machines introduces accuracy risk or handling difficulty.
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