Enshu Enshu EV450Te
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
Overview
The Enshu EV450Te is a high-speed vertical machining center built for production drilling, tapping, and milling of medium-sized parts. With axis travels of 560 x 450 x 460 mm and an 800 x 450 mm working surface, this BT40-class machine delivers the work envelope needed for automotive, hydraulic, and industrial component machining while maintaining the speed and efficiency that Enshu production machines are known for.
The spindle runs at 10,000 RPM with a BT40 taper, providing substantially more rigidity and cutting capability than smaller-taper machines. Rapid traverse reaches 50,000 mm/min across all axes, keeping non-cutting time to a minimum during production cycles. The 20-tool magazine handles the tooling needs of typical production operations where parts require a defined set of operations repeated across high volumes.
Enshu designed the EV450Te as a production platform rather than a general-purpose job shop machine. The 500 kg table capacity accommodates substantial fixtures and workpieces, and the machine's thermal management maintains accuracy across extended production runs. The rigid frame construction handles the cutting forces generated during face milling and heavy drilling operations on cast aluminum and light alloy parts.
The EV450Te fits naturally into production cells and flexible manufacturing systems where multiple machines share automated workpiece handling. Its combination of BT40 rigidity, production-oriented speed, and compact design makes it a strong choice for shops machining automotive transmission housings, pump bodies, valve manifolds, and similar components where throughput and accuracy must be balanced.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Size | 800 x 450 mm (31.5 x 17.7 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 560 mm (22.0 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 460 mm (18.1 in) |
| Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | BT40 |
| Tool Capacity | 20 tools |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 50,000 mm/min (1,969 ipm) all axes |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 500 kg (1,102 lb) |
| CNC Control | Fanuc 31i-B5 |
| Axis Travel | X axis |
| Y Axis | 450mm |
| Z Axis | 460mm |
| Cutting Feedrate | 50,000mm/min (1,968.5in/min) *AI Advanced preview control |
| Table | Table working surface |
| Maximum Loading Weight | 500kg |
| Spindle | Maximum spindle speeds |
| Tool Shank Type | MAS BT40 |
| Atc | Magazine tool capacity |
Specifications sourced from enshu.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- BT40 taper provides substantial rigidity for face milling and heavy drilling operations on aluminum and cast components
- Rapid traverse of 50,000 mm/min across all axes minimizes non-cutting time in production drilling and tapping cycles
- 800 x 450 mm working surface accommodates medium-sized automotive and industrial components with room for fixturing
- 500 kg table capacity supports heavy fixtures and workpieces typical in production environments
- Enshu's production machine heritage delivers proven reliability for continuous multi-shift operation
- Compact design integrates well into multi-machine production cells and FMS layouts
Limitations
- 10,000 RPM spindle speed is moderate for high-speed aluminum machining compared to 15,000+ RPM alternatives
- 20-tool magazine may be limiting for complex parts requiring many different operations and tool types
- Enshu's dealer and service network outside Japan and select markets is smaller than major competitors
- Production-focused design sacrifices versatility that job shops may need for varied part mix
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New Enshu EV450Te machines typically price between $180,000 and $280,000 depending on control options, automation integration, and tooling packages. This positions it competitively in the BT40 production VMC segment.
02
The EV540 is a larger machine with 1,000 mm X-travel, BT50 taper standard, and 1,000 kg table capacity. The EV450Te is more compact with BT40 taper and faster rapids, making it better suited for medium-sized aluminum parts. The EV540 handles larger, heavier workpieces that need more torque.
03
The EV450Te runs on a Fanuc 31i-B5 control, which is standard across Enshu's production machining center lineup. The Fanuc platform provides the reliability, networking capability, and standardization that production environments require.
04
Yes. Enshu offers FMS integration as a core capability, connecting multiple machines to shared workpiece handling systems and supervisory control. The EV450Te's compact design and automated pallet interface make it a natural FMS component.
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