Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas Super Mini Mill

$48,000 - $65,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

406 mm (16 in)

Y Travel

356 mm (14 in)

Z Travel

381 mm (15 in)

Max Spindle

10,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT40 / BT40

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas Super Mini Mill is a compact 40-taper vertical machining center built for small-part work where floor space is at a premium but you still need real machining capability. With 406 x 356 x 381 mm (16 x 14 x 15 in) of travel, it covers parts roughly the size of a shoebox. That's small, but it's the right size for medical components, electronic housings, small mold inserts, and precision fixtures that don't need a full-size VMC.

The spindle runs 11.2 kW (15 hp) through a direct-speed belt drive at up to 10,000 RPM with 29.8 Nm (22 ft-lbf) of torque at 5,000 RPM. It accepts CT or BT 40 tooling and uses air cooling rather than liquid. The belt-drive system is simpler and lower-maintenance than the inline direct-drive used on larger VF models, though it trades some smoothness at high speeds.

The 914 x 305 mm (36 x 12 in) table supports 227 kg (500 lb) of evenly distributed load across 3 T-slots on 110 mm centers. That's enough for small vises, fixture plates, and light rotary tables, but don't plan on loading tombstones or heavy steel blocks. The machine weighs just 2,109 kg (4,650 lb), which makes rigging straightforward and means it can sit on most shop floors without special foundations.

Despite its small size, the Super Mini Mill comes with the SMTC (30+1 tools) standard, with 2.8-second tool-to-tool and 4.2-second chip-to-chip times. Rapid traverse hits 30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm) on all axes, which is faster than standard VF models. Max cutting feedrate is 21.2 m/min (833 ipm). Axis thrust is 8,896 N (2,000 lbf) on all three axes.

Starting at around $48,000, the Super Mini Mill is one of the most affordable new CNC vertical machining centers on the market from a major manufacturer. It runs the same NGC control as every other Haas machine, so operators can move between the Super Mini Mill and a VF-2 without retraining. For shops that need a dedicated small-parts cell or a second machine for overflow work, the entry price is hard to beat. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	406 mm (16 in)
Y-Axis Travel	356 mm (14 in)
Z-Axis Travel	381 mm (15 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	483 mm (19 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	102 mm (4 in)
Max Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT40 / BT40
Spindle Motor Power	15.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	29.8 Nm (22 ft-lbf) @ 5,000 RPM
Spindle Drive	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Spindle Cooling	Air Cooled
Tool Capacity	30+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	2.80 s
Chip To Chip	4.20 s
Max Tool Diameter	2.5 in
Max Tool Weight	12.0 lb
Max Tool Length	7.00 in
Table Size	914 x 305 mm (36 x 12 in)
Table Load Max	227 kg (500 lb)
T Slots	3 slots, 110 mm (4.33 in) center distance
Max Cutting Feedrate	21.2 m/min (833 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm)
Max Thrust X	2000 lbf
Max Thrust Y	2000 lbf
Max Thrust Z	2000 lbf
Machine Weight	2,109 kg (4,650 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	45 gal
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 30 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 15 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	16.00 in
Y Axis	14.00 in
Z Axis	15.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.0 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	15.0 hp
Max Speed	10000 rpm
Max Torque	22.0 ft-lbf @ 5000 rpm
Drive System	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Taper	CT or BT 40
Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Cooling	Air Cooled
Table	S.A.E
Length	36.0 in
Width	12.0 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	4.33 in
Number Of Std T Slots	3
Max Weight On Table	500 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	833 ipm
Rapids On X	1200 ipm
Rapids On Y	1200 ipm
Rapids On Z	1200 ipm
Axis Motors	S.A.E
Tool Changer	S.A.E
Type	SMTC
Capacity	30+1
Max Tool Diameter Large	5.0 in
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	30 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	15 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	90.0 in x 80.0 in x 99.0 in
Export Pallet	90.0 in x 80.0 in x 99.0 in
Machine Weight	4650 lb
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Ha5c	SMINIMILL
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Ha5c2	SMINIMILL
Ha5c2 T	SMINIMILL
Ha5c3	SMINIMILL
Ha5c3 T	SMINIMILL
Ha5c4	SMINIMILL
Ha5c4 T	SMINIMILL
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Hqda5	SMINIMILL
Hrc160	SMINIMILL
Hrc210	SMINIMILL
Hrt100	SMINIMILL
Hrt160	SMINIMILL
Hrt160 2	SMINIMILL
Hrt160sp	SMINIMILL
Hrt160ss	SMINIMILL
Hrt210	SMINIMILL
Hrt210 2	SMINIMILL
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Hrt210sp	SMINIMILL
Hrt210ss	SMINIMILL
Hrta5	SMINIMILL
Hrta6	SMINIMILL
Lt260	SMINIMILL
T5c	SMINIMILL
T5c2	SMINIMILL
T5c3	SMINIMILL
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Th240	SMINIMILL
Tr200y	SMINIMILL
Trt100	SMINIMILL
Trt160	SMINIMILL
Trt70	SMINIMILL

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Starting at $48K, it's one of the most affordable new 40-taper VMCs from a major manufacturer
Compact footprint at 4,650 lb fits in tight shop layouts and doesn't require heavy rigging
30+1 SMTC standard provides serious tool capacity for a machine in this size class
30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm) rapids are faster than standard VF models, keeping cycle times tight on small parts
Same NGC control as every Haas VMC means zero retraining for existing Haas operators
Low 30-amp electrical requirement at 220V runs on most shop circuits without upgrades

Limitations

227 kg (500 lb) table load severely limits fixture weight and workpiece mass
15 hp belt-drive spindle with 29.8 Nm of torque is not suited for heavy steel roughing
7-inch max tool length restricts reach for deep-pocket and tall-part work
Air-cooled spindle may see thermal growth during extended high-speed runs
16 x 14 x 15-inch travel is too small for many common machining jobs

Best For

Medical device manufacturers machining small titanium, stainless, and aluminum implant components Electronics and optics shops producing precision housings, brackets, and fixtures under 16 inches Mold shops machining small inserts, electrodes, and cavity details Dedicated small-parts production cells where a full-size VMC wastes floor space Trade schools and training programs needing an affordable, full-featured CNC with a small footprint Prototyping shops running quick-turn small parts without tying up a larger machine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What's the difference between the Super Mini Mill and the standard Mini Mill?

The Super Mini Mill adds the SMTC (30+1 tool side-mount changer) as standard equipment and offers 1,200 ipm rapids. The standard Mini Mill uses a 10-pocket carousel tool changer and runs at 1,000 ipm rapids. The Super also has slightly faster cutting feedrates. The Super costs about $10-15K more.

02 Can the Super Mini Mill cut steel?

Yes, but within limits. The 15 hp spindle and 22 ft-lbf of torque can machine mild steel and 4140 with appropriate feeds and speeds. It's not a roughing machine. Keep depths of cut conservative, and use sharp carbide tooling. For heavy steel work, a VF-2 is a much better choice.

03 Is the Super Mini Mill a good first CNC machine?

For shops focused on small parts, yes. The low entry price, small footprint, low electrical requirements, and same NGC control found on larger Haas machines make it an excellent starter. If your parts may grow larger, consider the Mini Mill or even a VF-2 instead to avoid outgrowing the machine quickly.

04 What electrical service does the Super Mini Mill need?

Just 220 VAC three-phase at 30 amps, or 440 VAC at 15 amps with the optional transformer. That's about half the electrical draw of a VF-2 and can run on many existing shop circuits without an electrical upgrade.

05 How does the Super Mini Mill compare to the DT-1?

The DT-1 is a BT30-taper drill/tap machine optimized for speed (2,400 ipm rapids, 2.0 sec chip-to-chip). The Super Mini Mill is a CT/BT40-taper machine with more rigid construction for milling operations. If your work is mostly drilling and tapping, the DT-1 is faster. For general milling of small parts, the Super Mini Mill is more capable.