Haas DM-1
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Overview
The Haas DM-1 bridges the gap between Haas's BT30 drill/tap machines and their full-size VF series. It takes the high-speed DNA of the DT lineup -- 2,400 ipm rapids, fast tool changes, compact footprint -- and wraps it around a 40-taper spindle. The result is a machine that handles aluminum at production speeds but won't flinch when you throw steel or stainless at it.
The spindle runs at 10,000 RPM with 11.2 kW (15 hp) and 62 Nm (46 ft-lbf) of torque at 1,700 RPM through an inline direct-drive system. The CT/BT 40 taper gives you real tool rigidity and pull force that BT30 machines can't match. For shops running a mix of materials, that taper size matters.
Travel is 508 x 406 x 394 mm (20 x 16 x 15.5 in), which puts it in compact VMC territory. The 660 x 381 mm (26 x 15 in) table holds up to 227 kg (500 lb) at half rapids. The 18+1 SMTC posts 1.75-second tool-to-tool and 2.0-second chip-to-chip averages, matching the DT series for speed.
Rapid traverse runs at 61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm) on all axes. That's three to four times faster than a standard VF-2 at 25.4 m/min. Combined with the fast tool changer, the DM-1 is built to minimize non-cutting time in production environments.
The DM-1 runs on the Haas NGC control and starts at about $78K. It's a strong fit for shops that want DT-series speed with 40-taper versatility, especially when floor space is tight. The compact envelope makes it easy to fit multiple DM-1s in a cell. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 508 mm (20 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 406 mm (16 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 394 mm (15.5 in) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Max | 546 mm (21.5 in) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Min | 152 mm (6.0 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | CT or BT 40 |
| Spindle Motor Power | 15.0 hp |
| Spindle Torque Max | 62 Nm (46 ft-lbf) @ 1,700 RPM |
| Spindle Drive | Inline Direct-Drive |
| Spindle Cooling | Air Cooled |
| Tool Capacity | 18+1 SMTC |
| Tool To Tool | 1.75 s |
| Chip To Chip | 2.00 s |
| Max Tool Diameter | 2.5 in |
| Max Tool Weight | 12.0 lb |
| Table Size | 660 x 381 mm (26 x 15 in) |
| Table Load Max | 227 kg (500 lb) at 50% rapids |
| T Slots | 3 slots, 125 mm (4.92 in) center distance |
| Max Cutting Feedrate | 30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse X | 61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm) |
| Max Tapping Speed | 5,000 RPM |
| Machine Weight | 2,336 kg (5,150 lb) |
| CNC Control | Haas Next Generation Control (NGC) |
| Coolant Capacity | 55 gal |
| Air Required | 4 scfm @ 100 psi |
| Electrical Low | 220 VAC 3-phase, 40 A |
| Electrical High | 440 VAC 3-phase, 20 A |
| Travels | S.A.E |
| X Axis | 20.00 in |
| Y Axis | 16.00 in |
| Z Axis | 15.50 in |
| Spindle Nose To Table | 6.0 in |
| Spindle | S.A.E |
| Max Rating | 15.0 hp |
| Max Speed | 10000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 46.0 ft-lbf @ 1700 rpm |
| Drive System | Inline Direct-Drive |
| Taper | CT or BT 40 |
| Bearing Lubrication | Air / Oil Injection |
| Cooling | Air Cooled |
| Table | S.A.E |
| Length | 26.0 in |
| Width | 15.0 in |
| T Slot Width | 0.626 in to 0.630 in |
| T Slot Center Distance | 4.92 in |
| Number Of Std T Slots | 3 |
| Max Weight On Table 100 Rapids | 250 lb |
| Max Weight On Table 50 Rapids | 500 lb |
| Feedrates | S.A.E |
| Max Cutting | 1200 ipm |
| Rapids On X | 2400 ipm |
| Rapids On Y | 2400 ipm |
| Rapids On Z | 2400 ipm |
| Axis Motors | S.A.E |
| Max Thrust X | 2550 lbf |
| Max Thrust Y | 2550 lbf |
| Max Thrust Z | 4200 lbf |
| Tool Changer | S.A.E |
| Type | SMTC |
| Capacity | 18+1 |
| Max Tool Length | 7.00 in |
| Tapping | S.A.E |
| General | S.A.E |
| Air Requirements | S.A.E |
| 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 | 80.0 in x 100.0 in x 98.0 in |
| Export Pallet | 80.0 in x 100.0 in x 98.0 in |
| Machine Weight | 5150 lb |
| Haas Rotary | HAAS MACHINE |
| Ha2ts | DM-1 |
| Ha5c | DM-1 |
| Ha5c T | DM-1 |
| Ha5c2 | DM-1 |
| Ha5c2 T | DM-1 |
| Ha5c3 | DM-1 |
| Ha5c3 T | DM-1 |
| Ha5c4 | DM-1 |
| Ha5c4 T | DM-1 |
| Ha5cs | DM-1 |
| Hqda5 | DM-1 |
| Hrc160 | DM-1 |
| Hrc210 | DM-1 |
| Hrt100 | DM-1 |
| Hrt160 | DM-1 |
| Hrt160 2 | DM-1 |
| Hrt160sp | DM-1 |
| Hrt160ss | DM-1 |
| Hrt200hs | DM-1 |
| Hrt210 | DM-1 |
| Hrt210 2 | DM-1 |
| Hrt210ht | DM-1 |
| Hrt210sp | DM-1 |
| Hrt210ss | DM-1 |
| Hrta5 | DM-1 |
| Hrta6 | DM-1 |
| Lt260 | DM-1 |
| T5c | DM-1 |
| Th240 | DM-1 |
| Trt100 | DM-1 |
| Trt70 | DM-1 |
Specifications sourced from haascnc.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 40-taper spindle with DT-series speed gives you the best of both worlds: tool rigidity and fast rapids
- 2,400 ipm rapids are 3-4x faster than standard VF-series machines, cutting non-cutting time significantly
- 1.75-second tool-to-tool changes match dedicated drill/tap machines despite the larger taper
- Compact footprint fits in tight shop layouts and makes multi-machine cells practical
- CT or BT 40 taper options give flexibility for different tooling standards
- Same NGC control as every Haas, with free online training and broad operator familiarity
Limitations
- 508 mm (20 in) X-axis travel limits part size compared to the DM-2's 711 mm
- 15 hp spindle is adequate for production milling but underpowered for heavy roughing in hard materials
- 227 kg (500 lb) table load at half rapids restricts fixture weight compared to full-size VMCs
- Air-cooled spindle may limit sustained high-RPM performance versus liquid-cooled machines
- No single-phase power option, requires 3-phase service
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The DM-2 adds 203 mm (8 in) of X-axis travel (711 mm vs 508 mm) with a longer table. Both share the same spindle, rapids, and tool changer. If your parts fit in 20 inches of X travel, the DM-1 saves about $3K and takes less floor space.
02
The DM-1 has faster rapids (2,400 vs 1,200 ipm), a faster tool changer (1.75 vs 5.6 sec tool-to-tool), and an inline direct-drive spindle versus the Mini Mill's belt drive. The DM-1 is a production machine; the Mini Mill is a toolroom/prototype machine.
03
Base price is approximately $78,000. Common options like through-spindle coolant and probing bring the typical purchase price to $90,000-$100,000.
04
Yes, the NGC control supports 4th-axis programming and Haas offers bolt-on rotary tables. However, the 227 kg table load and 508 mm X travel limit the size of tombstone setups compared to larger machines like the VF-2.
05
It handles mild steel and 4140 well for production milling, drilling, and tapping. The 40-taper spindle gives it real tool rigidity. For aggressive roughing in hard materials, consider the VF-2 with its 30 hp spindle.
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