Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas DC-2 Drill Center

$65,000 - $80,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

711 mm (28 in)

Y Travel

406 mm (16 in)

Z Travel

394 mm (15.5 in)

Max Spindle

10000 rpm

Spindle Taper

BT30

Tool Capacity

21-station side-mount

Overview

The Haas DC-2 Drill Center is the larger BT30 high-speed drill center, extending the DC-1's work envelope to 711 x 406 x 394 mm (28 x 16 x 15.5 in). For shops that need maximum drill/tap speed on parts bigger than the DC-1 can handle, the DC-2 scales the BT30 platform to DM-2 size travel without losing any of the speed that makes the DC series a production workhorse.

The BT30 inline direct-drive spindle runs at 10,000 RPM with 11.2 kW (15 hp) and 62 Nm (46 ft-lb) of torque at 1,700 RPM. Optional 12,000, 15,000, and 20,000 RPM spindle upgrades are available for shops running smaller tooling at higher surface speeds. High-speed rigid tapping runs at 5,000 RPM with 4x retract speed.

The table measures 864 x 381 mm (34 x 15 in) and supports up to 159 kg (350 lb). The 21-station side-mount tool changer delivers 1.6-second chip-to-chip time. Rapids hit 61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm) on all axes. Rear chip discharge is standard.

The DC-2 directly competes with the Fanuc Robodrill alpha-D21LiB5 (the long-table Robodrill) and Brother Speedio S500X1 in the larger drill/tap segment. The Haas holds its own on speed and undercuts both on price while offering the NGC control's programming familiarity and the Haas dealer service network.

At approximately $65,000-$80,000 configured, the DC-2 costs about $10,000 more than the DC-1 for the extra travel. For production environments drilling and tapping medium-sized parts — valve bodies, manifolds, automotive housings, electronics enclosures — the DC-2 provides the speed and envelope to handle the work at a competitive price. Specs derived from Haas DC-1 and DM-2 published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	711 mm (28 in)
Y-Axis Travel	406 mm (16 in)
Z-Axis Travel	394 mm (15.5 in)
Max Spindle Speed	10000 rpm
Spindle Taper	BT30
Spindle Motor Power	15.0 hp
Spindle Torque	62 Nm (46 ft-lb) @ 1,700 RPM
Spindle Drive	Inline Direct-Drive
Tool Capacity	21-station side-mount
Chip To Chip	2.50 s
Max Tool Diameter	2.4 in
Max Tool Length	7.90 in
Table Size	864 x 381 mm (34 x 15 in)
Table T Slots	3 slots, 16 mm (5/8 in) width
Max Table Load	159 kg (350 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	61.0 m/min (2,400 IPM) all axes
Max Cutting Feed	30.5 m/min (1,200 IPM)
Max Tapping Speed	5,000 RPM
Positioning Accuracy	±0.010 mm (±0.0004 in)
Repeatability	±0.005 mm (±0.0002 in)
Chip Discharge	Rear discharge standard
Machine Weight	2,404 kg (5,300 lb)
Coolant Capacity	66 gal
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	39.40 in
Y Axis	19.70 in
Z Axis	13.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	5.9 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	15.0 hp
Max Speed	10000 rpm
Max Torque	14.0 ft-lbf @ 2500 rpm
Drive System	Inline Direct-Drive
Taper	BT30
Bearing Lubrication	Grease Packed
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Table	S.A.E
Length	43.3 in
Width	19.7 in
T Slot Width	0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	3.94 in
Number Of Std T Slots	5
Max Weight On Table	772 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	1200 ipm
Rapids On X	1890 ipm
Rapids On Y	1890 ipm
Rapids On Z	1890 ipm
Axis Motors	S.A.E
Max Thrust X	2054 lbf
Max Thrust Y	2054 lbf
Max Thrust Z	2054 lbf
Tool Changer	S.A.E
Type	Turret
Capacity	21
Max Tool Diameter Large	3.1 in
Max Tool Weight	4.4 lb
Tool To Tool	1.50 s
Tapping	S.A.E
General	S.A.E
Air Requirements	S.A.E
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Inline Air Hose	3/8 in
Coupler	3/8 in
Air Pressure Min	80 psi
Electrical Specification	S.A.E
Input Ac Voltage Low	220 VAC
Full Load Amps Low	40 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	20 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	123.8 in x 90.0 in x 101.0 in
Export Pallet	123.8 in x 90.0 in x 101.0 in
Machine Weight	8860 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	DC-2
Ha5c	DC-2
Ha5c T	DC-2
Ha5c2	DC-2
Ha5c2 T	DC-2
Ha5c3	DC-2
Ha5c3 T	DC-2
Ha5c4	DC-2
Ha5c4 T	DC-2
Ha5cs	DC-2
Hqda5	DC-2
Hrt100	DC-2
Hrt160	DC-2
Hrt160sp	DC-2
Hrt160ss	DC-2
Hrt200hs	DC-2
Hrt210	DC-2
Hrt210hs	DC-2
Hrt210ht	DC-2
Hrt210sp	DC-2
Hrt210ss	DC-2
Hrta5	DC-2
Hrta6	DC-2
T5c	DC-2
T5c2	DC-2
T5c3	DC-2
T5c4	DC-2
Th240	DC-2
Trt70	DC-2

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

711 mm (28 in) X-travel handles medium-sized parts that outgrow the DC-1's 20-inch envelope
2,400 IPM rapids and 1.6-second chip-to-chip deliver minimal non-cutting time on production drill/tap cycles
BT30 spindle with optional 20,000 RPM upgrade maximizes surface speed for high-speed drilling in aluminum
21-station tool changer accommodates complex hole patterns without tool shuttling
Rear chip discharge provides automatic chip evacuation critical for high-volume production lines
Undercuts Fanuc Robodrill and Brother Speedio on price while matching production speed

Limitations

BT30 taper limits tool rigidity for larger drills and milling operations; shops needing 40-taper should consider the DC-2-40
350 lb table load is more restrictive than 40-taper machines for heavier fixtures
Not designed for milling, deep pocketing, or operations requiring high spindle torque
20,000 RPM spindle option adds significant cost to the base price

Best For

High-volume drill-and-tap operations on valve bodies, manifolds, and automotive housings Production lines running repetitive drilling cycles on parts up to 28 inches long Electronics and heat sink manufacturers drilling complex hole patterns in aluminum extrusions Medical device production requiring precision hole patterns with sub-2-second tool changes Multi-machine production cells where compact, high-speed drill centers maximize throughput

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas DC-2 Drill Center cost?

Base price starts around $65,000. With high-speed spindle upgrade, through-spindle coolant, and probe, configured price runs $70,000-$80,000.

02 What is the difference between the DC-2 and DC-1?

The DC-2 extends X-travel from 508 mm to 711 mm (20 to 28 in) and Y-travel from 305 mm to 406 mm (12 to 16 in), with a larger table. Same BT30 spindle, same speed. Choose the DC-1 for smaller parts; the DC-2 for parts that need more travel.

03 Should I buy a DC-2 or a DT-2?

The DT-2 has the same BT30 spindle and similar travel but is designed as a general-purpose drill/tap/mill machine. The DC-2 adds rear chip discharge for dedicated drilling lines. If you need rear chip evacuation for production drilling, the DC-2 is purpose-built for it.

04 How does the DC-2 compare to the Fanuc Robodrill?

The Robodrill offers faster acceleration and more refined servo tuning. The DC-2 matches its rapid speed at a lower price point with rear chip discharge included. The Haas dealer network advantage is significant for North American shops.