DN Solutions Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

DN Solutions BM 1530 M

Est. $350,000 - $500,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · dn-solutions.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

3,000 mm (118 in)

Y Travel

1,550 mm (61 in)

Z Travel

800 mm (31 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 rpm

Spindle Taper

ISO 50

Table Size

3,000 × 1,350 mm (118 × 53 in)

How much does the DN Solutions BM 1530 M cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$350,000 - $500,000

Our best estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class — not a quote from DN Solutions. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The DN Solutions BM 1530 M is a bridge-type vertical machining center with a 3,000 × 1,350 mm (118 × 53 in) table, travels of 3,000 × 1,550 × 800 mm (118 × 61 × 31 in) and a 12,000 rpm ISO 50 spindle. It is the smallest of the three M models, below the BM 2035 M and BM 2740 M.

A 50-taper spindle that also reaches 12,000 rpm is what defines this machine. It is rated 30 kW (40 hp) and 420.42 N·m (310 ft-lb), enough to rough tool steel with large cutters, and the speed range then covers finishing with small ball-nose tools in the same setup. DN describes it as a long-nose, dual contact spindle intended for deep pocket mold machining. With 800 mm (31 in) of Z and 1,000 mm (39 in) listed between spindle nose and table, deep cavities in tall blocks are within reach.

Y travel of 1,550 mm (61 in) is greater than the 1,350 mm (53 in) table width, so the spindle can run past the edge of the table. That matters for side walls and for parts that overhang. Table load is 8,000 kg (17,637 lb). Rapid traverse is 16 m/min (630 ipm), which is modest; this is a machine for long contouring programs, where feed rate and thermal stability count for more than positioning speed. On that point the series comes with linear scales on all axes, cooling of the ball screw bearings and nuts, and thermal displacement compensation for spindle and structure as standard.

The bridge layout brings Y travel and load capacity. The VCF 850 L II also has 3,000 mm (118 in) of X, but 850 mm (33 in) of Y and a 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) table load, with 40 m/min (1,575 ipm) rapids. The BM 1530 M weighs 29,000 kg (63,934 lb) and its footprint is listed as 4,450 × 8,690 × 4,770 mm (175 × 342 × 188 in), with 4,770 mm (188 in) the height.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Spindle Nose to Table	1,000 mm (39 in)
X-Axis Travel	3,000 mm (118 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,550 mm (61 in)
Z-Axis Travel	800 mm (31 in)
Rapid Traverse Rate	16 m/min (630 ipm)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	30 kW (40 hp)
Spindle Torque	420.42 N·m (310 ft-lb)
Spindle Taper	ISO 50
Table Size	3,000 × 1,350 mm (118 × 53 in)
Max Table Load	8,000 kg (17,637 lb)
Floor Space Required	4,450 × 8,690 × 4,770 mm (175 × 342 × 188 in)
Machine Weight	29,000 kg (63,934 lb)

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-10-02

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

12,000 rpm ISO 50 spindle with 30 kW (40 hp) and 420.42 N·m (310 ft-lb), covering roughing and finishing in one setup
Y travel of 1,550 mm (61 in) exceeds the 1,350 mm (53 in) table width
8,000 kg (17,637 lb) table load on a 3,000 × 1,350 mm (118 × 53 in) table
Linear scales on all axes and thermal displacement compensation for spindle and structure are standard for the series
Dual contact, long-nose spindle described by DN for deep pocket mold machining

Limitations

Rapid traverse is 16 m/min (630 ipm), against 40 m/min (1,575 ipm) on the VCF 850 L II
Z travel is 800 mm (31 in), which caps part height plus tool length; the larger BM 2035 M offers no more
Table load of 8,000 kg (17,637 lb) is the lowest of the M models; the BM 2035 M carries 10,000 kg (22,046 lb)
The footprint runs to 8,690 mm (342 in) in one direction and the machine weighs 29,000 kg (63,934 lb), so the site and foundation need planning
No tool magazine capacity or control is stated in DN's table

Best For

Mold and die blocks up to 8,000 kg (17,637 lb) needing roughing and finishing in one clamping Deep cavity work using the long-nose spindle and 800 mm (31 in) of Z Plates and structural parts up to 3,000 mm (118 in) long Long 3D contouring programs where linear scales and thermal compensation matter

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels and table size of the BM 1530 M?

X is 3,000 mm (118 in), Y is 1,550 mm (61 in) and Z is 800 mm (31 in). The table measures 3,000 × 1,350 mm (118 × 53 in) and takes 8,000 kg (17,637 lb). Because Y travel is larger than the table width, the spindle centreline can pass beyond the table edge.

02 What spindle does the BM 1530 M have?

An ISO 50 spindle with a 12,000 rpm maximum, 30 kW (40 hp) and 420.42 N·m (310 ft-lb). DN describes it as a long-nose type with dual contact as standard, intended for deep pocket mold machining. The table lists a single power figure without stating the duty rating.

03 How does the BM 1530 M compare with the BM 2035 M?

The spindle rating, Z travel and rapid traverse are the same. The BM 2035 M is larger: 3,500 × 2,050 mm (138 × 81 in) of X and Y travel, a 3,500 × 1,850 mm (138 × 73 in) table, a 10,000 kg (22,046 lb) load and a machine weight of 35,516 kg (78,299 lb). The BM 1530 M has 3,000 × 1,550 mm (118 × 61 in) of X and Y, an 8,000 kg (17,637 lb) load and weighs 29,000 kg (63,934 lb).

04 Which accuracy features are standard on the BM series?

DN lists linear scales on all axes, a cooling system for the ball screw bearings and nuts, covers that limit the effect of ambient temperature changes, and thermal displacement compensation for the spindle and the structure. No positioning accuracy or repeatability figure is given in the table for the BM 1530 M.

05 How much floor space does the BM 1530 M need?

DN lists 4,450 × 8,690 × 4,770 mm (175 × 342 × 188 in) as length, width and height, and a machine weight of 29,000 kg (63,934 lb). Headroom matters as much as floor area: 4,770 mm (188 in) of machine height has to fit under the crane that loads the table.