GF Machining Solutions Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

GF Mikron MILL S 600

Est. $320,000 - $450,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · united-mikronmill.com Updated 2026-10-02

Key Specifications

X Travel

600 mm

Y Travel

600 mm

Z Travel

500 mm

Table Size

900 x 600 mm

rapid traverse xyz

61 m/min

spindle

36,000 rpm (HSK-E50), 33 kW, 21 Nm; 42,000 rpm (HSK-E40), 13.5 kW, 8.8 Nm

How much does the GF Mikron MILL S 600 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$320,000 - $450,000

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 S 600 is the mid-size machine of GF Machining Solutions' MILL S/X series, with 600 x 600 x 500 mm of travel, a 900 x 600 mm table rated for 500 kg and an 800 x 600 mm pallet clamping surface. It can take either an HSK-E50 spindle at 36,000 rpm or an HSK-E40 spindle at 42,000 rpm.

That spindle choice is the decision that shapes this machine. The HSK-E50 unit is rated 33 kW. The HSK-E40 unit carries the same 42,000 rpm, 13.5 kW and 8.8 Nm figures as on the Mikron MILL S 500. A shop finishing small, detailed cavities will find the 42,000 rpm spindle sufficient. A shop that also roughs mould steel on the same machine, or runs larger finishing tools, needs the HSK-E50 version. The magazine follows the spindle: 68 or 168 pockets for HSK-E40, and 60, 120, 170 or 220 pockets for HSK-E50.

The step up from the Mikron MILL S 500 is substantial: the Mikron MILL S 500 offers only the HSK-E40 spindles, a 590 x 450 mm table and 200 kg of load at 6,800 kg machine weight. The MILL S 600 moves to 600 mm of Y against 450 mm on the Mikron MILL S 500, a table that is 900 mm long and a 9,900 kg structure. The square 600 x 600 mm X/Y envelope suits round or square mould plates better than the narrower S 500.

The Mikron MILL S 800 shares this machine's 900 x 600 mm table, its spindles, its 9,900 kg weight and its 500 mm of Z, but adds 800 mm of X travel and a 1,000 kg table rating. Pick the MILL S 600 when parts stay within 600 mm and 500 kg. Rapids are 61 m/min, and the control is Heidenhain TNC 7 or Siemens SINUMERIK ONE.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	600 mm
Y-Axis Travel	600 mm
Z-Axis Travel	500 mm
Rapid Traverse Xyz	61 m/min
Spindle	36,000 rpm (HSK-E50), 33 kW, 21 Nm; 42,000 rpm (HSK-E40), 13.5 kW, 8.8 Nm
Table Size	900 x 600 mm
Pallet Clamping Surface	800 x 600 mm
Max Table Load	500 kg
Tool Magazine	68/168 (HSK-E40) 60/120/170/220 (HSK-E50)
Machine Weight	9,900 kg
CNC Control	Heidenhain TNC 7 / Siemens SINUMERIK ONE

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

HSK-E50 spindle option at 36,000 rpm with 33 kW, alongside a 42,000 rpm HSK-E40 option
Up to 220 tool pockets with the HSK-E50 spindle (60, 120, 170 or 220)
900 x 600 mm table rated for 500 kg, plus an 800 x 600 mm pallet clamping surface
Square 600 x 600 mm X/Y envelope with 500 mm of Z
Heidenhain TNC 7 or Siemens SINUMERIK ONE control

Limitations

Table load is 500 kg, against 1,000 kg on the Mikron MILL S 800 with the same 900 x 600 mm table
The 42,000 rpm HSK-E40 option is rated 8.8 Nm, which confines it to small cutters and light finishing passes
9,900 kg machine weight needs a suitable foundation
61 m/min rapids are the same as the smaller MILL S 500, with no faster option listed

Best For

Mould plates and cavities within 600 x 600 mm Roughing and finishing on one machine with the 36,000 rpm HSK-E50 spindle Automated cells drawing on up to 220 HSK-E50 tools Parts and fixtures up to 500 kg

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Which spindle should I choose on the MILL S 600?

GF lists two: 36,000 rpm HSK-E50 with 33 kW, or 42,000 rpm HSK-E40 with 8.8 Nm of torque. The HSK-E50 spindle carries larger tools and more power; the HSK-E40 spindle reaches higher speed for small cutters. The magazine sizes depend on which one you choose.

02 How many tools does the MILL S 600 hold?

With HSK-E40 tooling the magazine has 68 or 168 positions. With HSK-E50 tooling it has 60, 120, 170 or 220 positions. GF describes the series range as 48 to 220 positions depending on spindle configuration.

03 How does the MILL S 600 compare with the MILL S 800?

The Mikron MILL S 800 has the same 900 x 600 mm table, the same spindle options and the same 9,900 kg weight, with 800 x 600 x 500 mm of travel and a 1,000 kg table load. The MILL S 600 has 600 x 600 x 500 mm and 500 kg.

04 What is the difference between the table and the pallet clamping surface?

GF lists a 900 x 600 mm table and an 800 x 600 mm pallet clamping surface. The second figure is what is available when the machine is set up with a pallet system, so size automated fixtures to 800 x 600 mm.

05 Which controls can the MILL S 600 have?

Heidenhain TNC 7 or Siemens SINUMERIK ONE. For the MILL S and X series GF adds its own Smart Machine modules to both, and JobToolManager software for queuing NC programs in automated setups.