DN Solutions T 4000

$55,000 - $95,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

350 mm (14 in)

Y Travel

520 mm (16 in)

Z Travel

400 mm (14 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

BT30

Tool Capacity

Overview

The DN Solutions T 4000 is a high-productivity compact tapping center designed for rapid machining of small parts in automotive, electronics, and consumer goods manufacturing. With axis travels of 350 x 520 x 400 mm (14 x 16 x 14 in) and blazing 56 m/min (2,205 ipm) rapid traverse on all axes, the T 4000 is built for speed—minimizing non-cutting time to maximize throughput on small, repetitive parts. The 650 x 400 mm (26 x 16 in) table supports 300 kg (661 lb) of workpiece, and the compact 2,682 x 1,600 x 2,380 mm footprint keeps floor space usage minimal.

The 12,000 RPM spindle delivers 5.5 kW (7.4 hp) with 82.7 Nm (61 ft-lb) of torque—sized appropriately for the small cutters and light cuts typical of tapping center work. The standard 21-tool magazine provides quick tool access for multi-operation parts, with the fast chip-to-chip time that defines the tapping center category. The T 4000 excels at drilling, tapping, light milling, and chamfering operations on aluminum, brass, and mild steel parts where cycle time is measured in seconds, not minutes.

The T 4000 is part of DN Solutions' tapping center lineup that includes pallet-changer options for automated production. The compact design accommodates easy integration with robot loading systems and conveyor automation. The FANUC control provides reliable, fast processing of the short, rapid programs typical of tapping center work. The T 4000 competes with the Brother SPEEDIO S300Xd1, Fanuc ROBODRILL, and Haas DT-1 in the high-speed tapping center segment—a category where seconds per part translate directly to profitability.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	350 mm (14 in)
Y-Axis Travel	520 mm (16 in)
Z-Axis Travel	400 mm (14 in)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	5.5/3.7 kW (7.4/5.0 hp)
Spindle Torque	82.7 Nm (61 ft-lb)
Spindle Taper	BT30
Tool Capacity	21
Table Size	650 x 400 mm (26 x 16 in)
Table Load Capacity	300 kg (661 lb)
Rapid Traverse Xyz	56 m/min (2,205 ipm)
Machine Weight	2,800 kg (6,173 lb)
Machine Dimensions	2,682 x 1,600 x 2,380 mm (106 x 63 x 94 in)
CNC Control	FANUC 0i-Plus
Max Spindle Speed	24000r/min
X Axis Travel Distance	350mm
Y Axis Travel Distance	700mm
Metric	IMPERIAL

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

56 m/min rapid traverse on all axes is extremely fast, minimizing non-cutting time for maximum throughput on small parts
Compact 2,682 x 1,600 mm footprint enables high density of machines per square meter of floor space
2,800 kg machine weight makes installation straightforward without significant foundation requirements
Affordable entry point for high-speed tapping and drilling operations in production environments
Easy integration with robot loading and conveyor systems for automated production cells

Limitations

350 mm X-travel and 520 mm Y-travel limit part size to small components only
5.5 kW spindle power restricts cutting to light milling and drilling—not suitable for heavy material removal
BT30 taper limits tool selection and rigidity compared to BT40 machines
21-tool standard capacity may be limiting for parts requiring many different tools

Best For

Automotive suppliers producing high volumes of small aluminum and steel brackets, covers, and housings Electronics manufacturers machining phone cases, laptop frames, and small enclosures at high speed Production shops running high-volume drilling, tapping, and light milling on small parts where cycle time is critical Facilities building multi-machine cells for high-volume production of identical small parts

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DN Solutions T 4000 cost?

A new DN Solutions T 4000 typically runs between $55,000 and $95,000 depending on configuration. The base machine starts around $55,000-$65,000. Adding through-spindle coolant, pallet changer, and automation interface pushes pricing to $75,000-$85,000. A fully configured machine with pallet changer and robot interface can reach $85,000-$95,000. The T 4000 is one of the most affordable machines in DN Solutions' lineup.

02 How does the T 4000 compare to the Brother SPEEDIO?

Both are high-speed tapping centers targeting the same applications. The Brother SPEEDIO series (S300Xd1, S500Xd1) is the market leader with slightly faster tool change times and the established reputation in this category. The T 4000 competes on price, offering similar rapid traverse speeds (56 m/min) at a typically lower price point. Brother has a stronger dealer network specifically for tapping centers, while DN Solutions' network is stronger for larger machining centers.

03 Can the T 4000 do real milling work?

The T 4000 can perform light milling operations—face milling, pocket milling, and contour milling in aluminum and mild steel with small-diameter cutters. However, the 5.5 kW spindle and BT30 taper limit material removal rates compared to full-size VMCs. The T 4000 is optimized for drilling, tapping, and finishing operations where speed matters more than heavy cutting. For significant milling work, a DNM-series VMC is a better choice.

04 Is a pallet changer available for the T 4000?

Yes. DN Solutions offers pallet changer options for the T 4000 series, enabling automated part loading and unloading. This is a popular configuration for production environments where the tapping center runs continuously with minimal operator intervention. The pallet changer allows one pallet to be loaded while the machine cuts on the other, maximizing spindle utilization in high-volume applications.