DN Solutions Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

DN Solutions VM 6500

Est. $120,000 - $170,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · dn-solutions.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

1,270 mm (50 in)

Y Travel

670 mm (26 in)

Z Travel

625 mm (25 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 rpm

Table Size

1,400 × 670 mm (55 × 26 in)

Spindle Power

15.6 kW (21 hp)

How much does the DN Solutions VM 6500 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$120,000 - $170,000

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 VM 6500 puts a 12,000 rpm mould spindle on a mid-size frame: 1,270 mm (50 in) of X travel, 670 mm (26 in) of Y and 625 mm (25 in) of Z, with a 1,400 × 670 mm (55 × 26 in) table rated for 1,000 kg (2,205 lb). DN Solutions sells it as a die and mould machining center, and the figures support that more than they suggest general production work.

Start with the spindle. It is rated 15.6 kW (21 hp) with 165.5 N·m (122 ft-lb) of torque, and DN lists it as a direct-type design with spindle head cooling and a 2-sided restraint spindle. Each of those is aimed at one problem: holding size over finishing programs that run for hours. Mould surfaces are also where the listed control functions earn their place, namely high-speed, high-precision contour control, optimal feed control and tool monitoring.

The VM 6500 is the upper of two models built on this spindle. Against the VM 5400 it has about 25% more X travel, 1,270 mm against 1,020 mm (40 in), and takes 1,000 kg where the VM 5400 takes 800 kg (1,764 lb). Rapids are identical at 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) in X and Y and 24 m/min (945 ipm) in Z.

Above it the range changes character. The VM 750 has 1,500 mm (59 in) of X and a 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) table, but the VM 750 table lists a 6,000 rpm spindle and 20 m/min (787 ipm) rapids. Of these models, the VM 6500 is the largest envelope whose table lists 12,000 rpm, which is the case for choosing it when the work is finishing-heavy and the blocks stay under a tonne.

Installation figures are 2,674 mm (105 in) long, 3,350 mm (132 in) wide and 3,107 mm (122 in) high, with a machine weight of 9,000 kg (19,842 lb). The table does not state the tool magazine size or the spindle taper.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,270 mm (50 in)
Y-Axis Travel	670 mm (26 in)
Z-Axis Travel	625 mm (25 in)
Rapid Traverse X	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	24 m/min (945 ipm)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	15.6 kW (21 hp)
Spindle Torque	165.5 N·m (122 ft-lb)
Table Size	1,400 × 670 mm (55 × 26 in)
Max Table Load	1,000 kg (2,205 lb)
Floor Space Required	2,674 × 3,350 × 3,107 mm (105 × 132 × 122 in)
Machine Weight	9,000 kg (19,842 lb)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1,270 × 670 × 625 mm (50 × 26 × 25 in) of travel with a 12,000 rpm spindle listed in the table
165.5 N·m (122 ft-lb) of spindle torque for roughing ahead of high-speed finishing
Spindle head cooling and a direct-type spindle are listed for the series to minimise thermal displacement
1,000 kg (2,205 lb) table load, 25% more than the 800 kg (1,764 lb) of the VM 5400
30 m/min (1,181 ipm) rapids in X and Y, against 20 m/min (787 ipm) on the larger VM 750

Limitations

1,000 kg (2,205 lb) table load is a third of the 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) the VM 750 carries, so heavy mould bases are out
15.6 kW (21 hp) spindle power is below the 18.5 kW (25 hp) listed for the VM 750
Z rapid is 24 m/min (945 ipm), slower than the 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) of X and Y
No tool magazine capacity or taper is stated in the table for this model

Best For

Mould cavities and cores up to 1,270 × 670 mm (50 × 26 in) in plan Finishing-heavy 3D surface work at 12,000 rpm Die inserts and plates under 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) including fixtures Work that outgrows the 1,020 mm (40 in) X travel of the VM 5400

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels and table size of the VM 6500?

X is 1,270 mm (50 in), Y is 670 mm (26 in) and Z is 625 mm (25 in). The table measures 1,400 × 670 mm (55 × 26 in), so Y travel covers its full depth, and it is rated for 1,000 kg (2,205 lb).

02 Should I choose the VM 6500 or the VM 5400?

The spindle and rapids are the same, so the choice is about part size. The VM 5400 has 1,020 × 540 × 530 mm (40 × 21 × 21 in) of travel, an 800 kg (1,764 lb) table and weighs 7,000 kg (15,432 lb). The VM 6500 gives 1,270 × 670 × 625 mm (50 × 26 × 25 in), carries 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) and weighs 9,000 kg (19,842 lb). Both are listed 3,350 mm (132 in) wide.

03 When does the VM 750 make more sense than the VM 6500?

When the block is too heavy or too long. The VM 750 has 1,500 mm (59 in) of X, 750 mm (30 in) of Y, 800 mm (31 in) of Z and a 3,000 kg (6,614 lb) table, with 18.5 kW (25 hp). The VM 750 table lists 6,000 rpm and 20 m/min (787 ipm) rapids, though, so the VM 6500 with 12,000 rpm and 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) in X and Y is the quicker machine on small-tool finishing.

04 What makes the VM 6500 a die and mould machine?

DN Solutions lists three spindle measures for the series: a direct-type spindle to minimise thermal displacement and vibration, a spindle head cooling system, and a 2-sided restraint spindle. On the control side it names high-speed, high-precision contour control, tool monitoring and optimal feed control. The spindle itself is rated 12,000 rpm, 15.6 kW (21 hp) and 165.5 N·m (122 ft-lb).

05 What does the VM 6500 weigh and how big is it?

The machine weighs 9,000 kg (19,842 lb). DN Solutions gives its size as 2,674 × 3,350 × 3,107 mm (105 × 132 × 122 in), which is length, width and height in that order. Add the 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) table load when checking the floor.