DMG Mori SPRINT 32|8
Key Specifications
max bar capacity
max workpiece length
main spindle speed
main spindle power 30min
main spindle power continuous
main spindle torque
Overview
The DMG Mori SPRINT 32|8 is a high-performance Swiss-type automatic lathe handling bar stock up to 32 mm (1.26 inches) with 8 driven tool stations and 6 linear axes plus 2 C-axes. This is the mid-range workhorse of the SPRINT family, sized for the bulk of Swiss-type production work in medical, automotive, and aerospace applications.
The main spindle delivers 8,500 RPM with 7.5 kW (10.1 HP) at 30-minute rating and 5.5 kW (7.4 HP) continuous, producing 51.9 Nm of torque. The counter spindle matches at 8,500 RPM but with lower power at 3.7 kW (5.0 HP) and 23.6 Nm. Eight driven tool stations come standard for milling, cross-drilling, threading, and other secondary operations.
Z1 travel (spindle travel) is 100 mm, and tool carrier 1 provides X1/Y1 travel of 70/405 mm. The counter spindle has X2/Z2 travel of 300/200 mm, and tool carrier 2 offers Y2 travel of 135 mm. This travel envelope lets you produce workpieces up to 32 mm diameter by 600 mm length, though most Swiss-type parts are considerably shorter.
The 6-axis plus dual C-axis configuration allows simultaneous machining on both the main and counter spindle. While the main spindle is turning and milling the front of the part, the counter spindle can be drilling, tapping, or finishing the back end. This overlap cuts cycle times significantly on complex parts.
The SPRINT 32|8 competes with the Citizen Cincom L32, Star SR-32J, and Tsugami SS327 in the 32mm Swiss-type category. At this bar size, you are covering the majority of Swiss-type work in the medical bone screw and implant market, automotive fuel system components, and aerospace hydraulic fittings. Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data and industry specifications.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Bar Capacity | 32 mm (1.26 in) |
| Max Workpiece Length | 600 mm |
| Main Spindle Speed | 8,500 RPM |
| Main Spindle Power 30min | 7.5 kW (10.1 HP) |
| Main Spindle Power Continuous | 5.5 kW (7.4 HP) |
| Main Spindle Torque | 51.9 Nm (38.3 ft-lb) |
| Counter Spindle Speed | 8,500 RPM |
| Counter Spindle Power 30min | 3.7 kW (5.0 HP) |
| Counter Spindle Torque | 23.6 Nm (17.4 ft-lb) |
| Z1 Travel | 100 mm (3.94 in) |
| X1 Y1 Travel | 70 / 405 mm (2.76 / 15.94 in) |
| X2 Z2 Travel | 300 / 200 mm (11.81 / 7.87 in) |
| Driven Tool Stations | 8 standard |
| Number Of Axes | 6 linear + 2 C-axes |
| Guide Bush | Standard |
| CNC Control | Fanuc 32i |
| 32 Mm | 1.3 in. |
| 240 Mm | 9.4 in. |
| 70 Mm | 2.8 in. |
| 405 Mm | 15.9 in. |
| 100 Mm | 3.9 in. |
| Smart Manufacturing Technology For Enhanced Flexibility Koutsogiannis | DMG MORI Sprint 32|8 - Machining of a bone screw |
Specifications sourced from us.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 8,500 RPM on both main and counter spindle delivers excellent surface finish on small-diameter parts across all common materials
- 8 driven tool stations as standard handle complex milling, drilling, and tapping without needing to add optional tool positions
- 6 linear axes plus dual C-axes enable simultaneous machining on main and counter spindle for significant cycle time reduction
- 32 mm bar capacity covers the sweet spot for medical bone screws, automotive fittings, and aerospace hydraulic components
- 51.9 Nm main spindle torque provides enough power for aggressive roughing in stainless steel and titanium at the 32 mm bar size
- Counter spindle X2/Z2 travel of 300/200 mm gives generous backworking envelope for complex rear-end features
Limitations
- 7.5 kW main spindle power may feel limited when hogging material in tough alloys like Inconel or hardened steels
- Swiss-type programming complexity requires specialized knowledge that general CNC lathe operators may not have
- Bar remnant waste increases per-part material cost, especially on expensive titanium and nickel alloy stock
- Counter spindle at 3.7 kW continuous is relatively low for shops that need aggressive backworking in harder materials
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New pricing runs $220,000-$350,000 depending on options and configuration. Adding high-pressure coolant, additional driven tool stations, and bar feeder integration increases the price. Used units from the 2016-2020 era appear in the $100,000-$200,000 range.
02
The 32|8 has 8 driven tool stations and conventional axis drives. The 32|10 linear adds 10 driven tool stations and linear motor drives for faster acceleration and better surface finish. The linear version costs more but delivers shorter cycle times on complex parts through faster axis response.
03
The SPRINT 32|8 is designed as a guide bush machine. Running without the guide bush is possible on some Swiss-type machines for shorter parts, but consult DMG Mori for your specific application. For non-guide-bush work on 32 mm bar, a conventional CNC lathe with bar feeder may be more appropriate.
04
Both are strong 32 mm Swiss-type machines. The Citizen L32 has a longer heritage in Swiss-type and broader application library. The SPRINT 32|8 benefits from DMG Mori's global service network. Cutting performance is comparable. Most shops choose based on local dealer support, operator experience, and available training resources.
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