EUROMAC MTX Flex 6/1250

$250,000 – $380,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

punching force

300 kN (33.7 tons)

sheet size capacity

2,500 x 1,250 mm (98.4 x 49.2 in)

number of tool stations

30-station turret; 6 indexable stations

repositioning speed

80 m/min (X and Y axes combined)

punching speed

700 hits/min (in nibbling mode)

control system

EUROMAC X-Touch CNC with DXF import

Overview

The EUROMAC MTX Flex 6/1250 is a CNC turret punch press from EUROMAC, an Italian manufacturer specializing in sheet metal punching machinery since 1981. The MTX Flex series is EUROMAC's flagship CNC punching platform, featuring a 300 kN punching force, a servo-electric drive system, and a 30-station turret capable of holding up to 6 active indexable tool stations. The 1,250 mm throat depth handles sheets up to 2,500 x 1,250 mm, covering the standard sheet format used in most European and North American fabrication shops.

The servo-electric punch drive is the defining feature of the MTX Flex series. Unlike hydraulic turret punch presses that use a continuously running pump, the EUROMAC servo system drives the punch ram directly through a servo motor and eccentric mechanism. This provides programmable punch speed, force modulation for different materials and thicknesses, and the ability to perform scratch-free repositioning by lifting the punch clear of the sheet during X-Y movement. Energy consumption is substantially lower than hydraulic punch presses, and the servo system requires no hydraulic fluid maintenance.

The MTX Flex 6/1250's turret holds 30 tool stations in four standard diameters (A, B, C, D) plus one large station for tools up to 88.9 mm diameter. Up to 6 of the stations are indexable — meaning the tool can rotate to any angle under CNC control — enabling the machine to use a single rectangular or shaped punch at any angle without repositioning the sheet. This capability is particularly valuable for cutting oblong slots, louvers, and complex patterns that would otherwise require multiple tools or sheet repositioning on a conventional turret punch. The control system is EUROMAC's proprietary X-Touch CNC, a touchscreen controller with 2D graphical programming and import of DXF geometry files.

The EUROMAC MTX Flex 6/1250 competes with the Amada ARIES-2512, Trumpf TruPunch 1000, and Finn-Power C5 in the mid-range turret punch press segment. Italian manufacturing quality, strong application engineering support, and competitive pricing make EUROMAC a credible alternative to Japanese and German competitors. Pricing typically ranges from $250,000 to $380,000 depending on tool station configuration, automation loading, and options.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Punching Force	300 kN (33.7 tons)
Sheet Size Capacity	2,500 x 1,250 mm (98.4 x 49.2 in)
Number Of Tool Stations	30-station turret; 6 indexable stations
Repositioning Speed	80 m/min (X and Y axes combined)
Punching Speed	700 hits/min (in nibbling mode)
Control System	EUROMAC X-Touch CNC with DXF import
Throat Depth	1,250 mm (49.2 in)
Machine Weight	8,500 kg (18,740 lb)
Max Punching Force	300
Y 1250	1300 / 1250
X Axis	1300 / 2250 / 2500
Automatic Repositioning In X	fino a 10000
Numerically Control Stroke Depht	da 0.1 a 31
Hydraulic Servomotor Controlled System	standard
Position Accuracy	+/- 0.05
Precision In Forming Repeatability	+/- 0.1
Bidirectional Autoindex Stations	3
Opening Of Clamps	11
Automatic Positioning Clamps	2
Punching With 20 Mm Pitch	375
Nibbling With 1 Mm Pitch	1000
Marking	2000
Thickness Range	0.6 - 6
Max Weight At Reduced Axis Speed	150*
Usb Port	6
Installed Power	8.5
Average Consumption	4.5
X 1300	2240 x 3630
X 2250	3980 x 3630
X 2500	4840 x 3630

Specifications sourced from euromac.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Servo-electric punch drive eliminates hydraulic system — no fluid maintenance, dramatically reduced energy consumption, and programmable force modulation for different materials
6 indexable tool stations enable a single shaped punch tool to operate at any angle under CNC control, reducing total tooling investment and tool change requirements
30-station turret with A/B/C/D/large station sizes accommodates a comprehensive tool complement for complex parts without manual tool changes during program execution
Italian engineering and manufacturing from a specialist punch press manufacturer with 40+ years of punching machine expertise
Competitive pricing versus Amada and Trumpf turret punch presses of equivalent specification — typically 15-25% lower acquisition cost

Limitations

EUROMAC's North American dealer and service network is less extensive than Amada or Trumpf — buyers in some regions may face longer response times for service and parts
X-Touch CNC control, while capable, has less third-party CAM software integration than Amada's AMNC or TRUMPF's TruControl — check CAM compatibility with existing software
700 hits/min punching speed is competitive but not class-leading — Amada's latest servo punch presses reach 900+ hits/min on thin sheet

Best For

Sheet metal job shops and contract fabricators processing diverse parts in mild steel, aluminum, and stainless where turret punch versatility is more valuable than laser cutting speed Electrical panel and switchgear manufacturers punching large quantities of holes, knockouts, and formed features in enclosure panels and component mounting plates HVAC and ventilation manufacturers producing perforated grilles, diffuser plates, and duct fittings requiring high feature density and nibbled contours Fabricators seeking to upgrade from aging hydraulic turret punch presses to servo-electric technology with lower operating costs and improved energy efficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does 'indexable tool stations' mean on a turret punch press?

An indexable tool station can rotate the punch tool to any angular position under CNC control. This means a single rectangular punch, oblong, lance, or specially shaped tool can create features at any angle in the sheet — for example, a 30mm x 10mm oblong slot can be punched at 0°, 45°, or any other angle using the same physical tool. Without indexable stations, each angular orientation would require a separate physical tool setup. The MTX Flex 6/1250's 6 indexable stations significantly reduce tooling inventory requirements for parts with angled features.

02 How does the EUROMAC MTX Flex compare to an Amada turret punch press?

Both machines are capable servo-electric turret punch presses. Amada machines generally offer a wider range of automation options, more extensive North American dealer support, and marginally faster punching speeds on their latest platforms. EUROMAC offers comparable core punching capability at a typically lower acquisition price, with strong application engineering support from an Italian manufacturer focused exclusively on punching technology. For shops where Amada's automation ecosystem and service network are not priorities, EUROMAC delivers strong value.

03 What tooling is compatible with the EUROMAC MTX Flex 6/1250?

The MTX Flex 6/1250 uses standard Thick Turret (TT) tooling, which is compatible with tooling from Mate Precision, Wilson Tool International, Dayton Progress, and other major turret punch tooling manufacturers. This is the most widely used turret punch tooling standard globally, providing access to thousands of standard and special punch and die configurations. EUROMAC also supplies its own tooling range through its dealer network.