GF Machining Solutions Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

GF Machining MIKRON MILL P 500

Est. $280,000 - $380,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · united-mikronmill.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

500 mm

Y Travel

450 mm

Z Travel

350 mm

Table Size

T-slot table 600 x 500 mm

feed rate xyz

30 m/min

max table load

300 kg

How much does the GF Machining MIKRON MILL P 500 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$280,000 - $380,000

Our best estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class — not a quote from GF Machining Solutions. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Mikron MILL P 500 is the smaller of GF Machining Solutions' two MILL P portal machining centres for mould and die work, with 500 x 450 x 350 mm of travel, a 600 x 500 mm T-slot table rated for 300 kg and a 30 m/min feed rate. Unlike the finishing-oriented HSM machines, it is offered with spindles that can rough as well as finish.

GF lists three STEP TEC spindle options. The 24,000 rpm unit has an HSK-A63 interface and 30 kW, the 36,000 rpm unit an HSK-E50 interface, and the 42,000 rpm unit an HSK-E40 interface with 8.8 Nm, the same 42,000 rpm spindle rating of 13.5 kW and 8.8 Nm that the Mikron HSM 500 lists. The choice decides the machine: HSK-A63 at 24,000 rpm takes larger holders and cutters for hogging out cavities in steel, while the 42,000 rpm HSK-E40 spindle is for small-tool finishing. GF also mentions through-spindle cooling and integrated sensors on the series spindles.

The frame is a portal on a polymer concrete base with thermal management. Two controls are offered, HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (Gen.3) or FANUC FS31iB, with GF's OSS, ISM, ITC, Econowatt and Power Fail Protection modules. Because it is meant to rough, chip handling gets attention: steep enclosure walls, wash-down nozzles and heavy-duty chip augers sized for aluminium and steel chips.

The magazine holds 30 or 60 pockets, and GF says the series is designed for automation from the outset. Against the Mikron HSM 500, which shares the 500 x 450 x 350 mm travel, the MILL P 500 trades the 42 m/min feed of the Mikron HSM 500 for a larger table, a 300 kg load rating against 200 kg, and the heavier HSK-A63 spindle option.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	500 mm
Y-Axis Travel	450 mm
Z-Axis Travel	350 mm
Feed Rate Xyz	30 m/min
Table Size	T-slot table 600 x 500 mm
Max Table Load	300 kg
Spindle	24,000 rpm (HSK-A63), 30 kW, 30 Nm; 36,000 rpm (HSK-E50), 33 kW, 21.3 Nm; 42,000 rpm (HSK-E40), 13.5 kW, 8.8 Nm
Tool Magazine	30 / 60 pockets

Specifications sourced from united-mikronmill.com — verified 2026-10-02

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Three spindle options: 24,000 rpm HSK-A63 at 30 kW, 36,000 rpm HSK-E50, and 42,000 rpm HSK-E40 with 8.8 Nm
600 x 500 mm T-slot table rated for 300 kg
Tool magazine with 30 or 60 pockets
Choice of HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (Gen.3) or FANUC FS31iB control
Steep enclosure walls, wash-down nozzles and heavy-duty chip augers for steel and aluminium chips

Limitations

Feed rate is 30 m/min, against 42 m/min on the Mikron HSM 500
Z travel is 350 mm, which limits tall mould plates with long tools
Only the 42,000 rpm spindle has a torque figure in GF's table, so compare roughing torque on the other two before ordering
Three axes only, so steep walls and undercuts need extra setups

Best For

Roughing and finishing mould cavities on one machine Steel mould inserts and plates up to 300 kg Automated cells running mould and die components Aluminium and steel parts with heavy chip loads

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Which spindle should I choose on the MILL P 500?

GF lists 24,000 rpm with HSK-A63 at 30 kW, 36,000 rpm with HSK-E50, and 42,000 rpm with HSK-E40 and 8.8 Nm. Pick the HSK-A63 unit if roughing steel is a large share of the work, and the 42,000 rpm unit for small-tool finishing and electrodes.

02 How does the MILL P 500 compare with the HSM 500?

Both have 500 x 450 x 350 mm of travel. The Mikron HSM 500 has a 550 x 450 mm table for 200 kg, a 42 m/min feed rate and HSK-E40 spindles of 30,000 or 42,000 rpm. The MILL P 500 has a 600 x 500 mm table for 300 kg, 30 m/min, and spindle options up to HSK-A63 at 30 kW.

03 Which controls are available?

GF offers the MILL P Series with HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (Gen.3) or FANUC FS31iB. Both come with GF's smart modules: OSS, ISM, ITC, Econowatt and Power Fail Protection, aimed at unattended production.

04 Is the MILL P 500 ready for automation?

GF says the MILL P Series is designed for automation from the ground up. The 60-pocket magazine option, the chip augers and the wash-down nozzles all support long unattended runs; confirm the pallet or robot interface you need with GF when ordering.