GF Machining Mikron MILL E 500 U
Updated 2026-03-19
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Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
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Overview
The Mikron MILL E 500 U offers 500 x 450 x 400 mm. Dia. 500 mm table, -65/+120 deg, 300/500 kg DD. Spindle: 20,000 RPM/120 Nm/HSK-A63 or 12,000/BT40. Magazine: 30-215. TNC 640 or Fanuc 0i-MD. Pricing: $250,000-$400,000.
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Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 400 mm (15.7 in) |
| Table Size | Dia. 500 mm T-slot |
| Table Load Capacity | 300 / 500 (5X simultaneous with DD) kg |
| A Axis Swivel Range | -65 deg to +120 deg |
| C Axis Rotation | n x 360 deg (continuous) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM (HSK-A63) / 12,000 RPM (ISO/BT40) |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 or ISO/BT40 |
| Spindle Torque | 120 Nm |
| Tool Capacity | 30 / 60 / Tool Tower 120 / 170 / 215 pockets |
| Feed Rate | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
| CNC Control | Heidenhain TNC 640 / Fanuc 0i-MD |
| Travel X Y Z | 700 x 600 x 500 mm |
| Feed Rate X Y Z | 30 m/min |
| Swivelling Range | -65°+120° |
| Rotary Range | n x 360° |
| Feed Rate Swivel | 17 (3+2)32 (5X simultaneous with DD) rpm |
| Feed Rate Rotary | 28 (3+2)112 (5X simultaneous with DD) rpm |
| Working Table | T-slot table Ø630 mmSystem 3R Dynafix 350x350 / Erowa UPC 320x320 mmSystem 3R Delphin 400x400 / Erowa MTS 400x400 mm |
| Working Spindle | 20'000 rpm - HSK-A6312'000 rpm - ISO & BT40 |
| Automation | Pallet magazine 7 Dynafix / UPCPallet magazine 5 Delphin / MTSSystem 3R Workpartner 1+, Transformer WorkMaster & Transformer 6-axis |
| Controll Unit | TNC 640 (Heidenhain)Fanuc 0i-MD |
Specifications sourced from gfms.com — verified 2026-03-28
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Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Compact 5-axis at accessible price
- 20,000 RPM/120 Nm versatile spindle
- +120 deg A-axis for loading access
- Magazine to 215
- Dual controls
- 500 kg DD table
Limitations
- 30 m/min conservative
- 500 x 450 limits part size
- Less negative swivel
- Strong competition at this price
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Best For
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Frequently Asked Questions
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DMU 50: more X. E 500 U: more capacity, more magazine, +120 A-axis.
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TNC for mold/die. Fanuc for G-code shops.
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Direct-drive: zero backlash, 300 to 500 kg.
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System 3R, WorkShopManager, magazine to 215.
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