DN Solutions VM 960

$250,000 - $400,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

6,000 RPM

Table Size

2,400 x 950 mm (94 x 37 in)

Rapid Traverse

16 m/min (630 in/min)

Spindle Power

18.5 kW (25 hp)

x axis travel

2,000 mm (79 in)

y axis travel

960 mm (38 in)

Overview

The DN Solutions VM 960 steps up the die and mold VMC game with 2,000 mm (79 in) of X-travel, 960 mm (38 in) on Y, and the same 800 mm (31 in) Z-depth that defines the VM series. The 960 mm Y-travel gives you the width to handle larger mold bases and die sets that the VM 750's 750 mm can't cover.

The table measures 2,400 x 950 mm with a 4,000 kg (8,818 lb) load capacity. That's enough for automotive instrument panel molds, large bumper molds, and progressive dies with wide pitch spacing. The 18.5 kW (25 hp) spindle at 6,000 RPM on box-guide construction provides the same roughing muscle as the rest of the VM line.

At 20,000 kg (44,092 lb), the VM 960 is significantly heavier than the VM 750 series, and that weight shows up directly in surface finish quality during heavy cuts. The machine stays planted while roughing through hardened tool steel at aggressive parameters. Rapids run at 16 m/min — slower than the 750's 20 m/min, reflecting the heavier moving components.

The VM 960 occupies the middle ground in the lineup: bigger than the VM 750 but more accessible than the flagship VM 1260. For shops doing medium-to-large die and mold work, it hits the sweet spot of capacity, rigidity, and cost. If your mold bases consistently need more than 750 mm of Y-travel, this is where you move up.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	2,000 mm (79 in)
Y Axis Travel	960 mm (38 in)
Z Axis Travel	800 mm (31 in)
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	18.5 kW (25 hp)
Table Size	2,400 x 950 mm (94 x 37 in)
Table Load Capacity	4,000 kg (8,818 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	16 m/min (630 in/min)
Machine Weight	20,000 kg (44,092 lb)
Construction	Box guideway
Max Spindle Speed	Max. Spindle Power
X Axis Travel Distance	2000 mm
Y Axis Travel Distance	960 mm
Metric	IMPERIAL
Travels	X-Axis Travel DistanceY-Axis Travel DistanceZ-Axis Travel Distance
Feed Rates	X-Axis Rapid TraverseY-Axis Rapid TraverseZ-Axis Rapid Traverse
Main Spindle	Max. Spindle SpeedMax. Spindle Power
Table	Table LengthTable WidthMaximum Workpiece weight
Tool Storage Capacity	No. of tool station
Dimensions	LengthHeightWidthWeight
Favorites	VM 1260
6000 R Min	22 kW
6000 Rpm	29 hp

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

960 mm Y-axis travel covers wider mold bases and die sets than the VM 750 series
2,000 mm X-travel handles large automotive molds and progressive dies in a single setup
4,000 kg table capacity supports heavy mold bases without accuracy concerns
20,000 kg machine weight provides outstanding vibration damping for heavy steel roughing
800 mm Z-depth reaches deep mold cavities and tall die components
Box-guide construction delivers the rigidity hardened tool steel demands

Limitations

6,000 RPM spindle limits high-speed finishing capability for complex surface contouring
16 m/min rapids are slower than the VM 750, adding cycle time on parts with many spread-out features
20-ton weight requires substantial floor preparation and limits relocation flexibility
Higher price point than the VM 750 series puts it beyond reach for shops with occasional large-part needs

Best For

Automotive mold shops building instrument panel, bumper, and door panel molds Large progressive die manufacturers needing wide Y-travel for multi-station dies Die/mold shops outgrowing VM 750-class machines and needing more working envelope Tooling manufacturers building large trim dies, forming tools, and fixture plates Contract mold shops handling a mix of medium-to-large mold base sizes

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DN Solutions VM 960 cost?

New VM 960 machines sell for $250,000 to $400,000 depending on spindle configuration, tooling, and options. The step up from the VM 750 reflects the larger castings, heavier construction, and increased table capacity.

02 How does the VM 960 compare to the VM 960 L?

The VM 960 L extends X-axis travel from 2,000 to 2,400 mm and increases table capacity from 4,000 to 4,500 kg. Y and Z travels stay the same at 960 mm and 800 mm. Choose the L variant for the longest mold bases and die sets.

03 Is the VM 960 better than a general-purpose VMC for mold work?

Significantly. The box-guide construction, 20-ton mass, and 800 mm Z-depth are purpose-designed for heavy roughing in tool steel. A general-purpose VMC with linear guides in this travel class might weigh 7,000-8,000 kg and have 510 mm of Z-travel — that's a different category of machine.

04 What size mold bases fit the VM 960?

With a 2,400 x 950 mm table and 2,000 mm X-travel, the VM 960 handles mold bases up to approximately 1,900 x 900 mm in a single setup, accounting for clamping room. That covers most mid-to-large automotive molds.