Hyundai WIA L200LMA
Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Spindle Power
Max Turn Length
max turning diameter
chuck size
bar capacity
Overview
The Hyundai WIA L200LMA is a compact mill-turn turning center that combines the L200A's 8-inch chuck platform with live milling, a Y-axis, and a long-bed configuration — delivering 4-axis capability in a machine footprint suitable for tight turning cells. The "LM" suffix denotes live milling and C-axis, while "A" indicates the updated A-Series construction. The long-bed configuration extends maximum turning length to 800 mm (31.5 in), enabling the machine to handle longer shaft-type components alongside chucked parts.
The spindle runs to 5,000 RPM with 15/11 kW (20/15 hp). The live milling turret delivers up to 4,000 RPM for milling and drilling operations, supporting cross-hole drilling, flats, keyways, and contour milling without workpiece repositioning to a secondary machine. Y-axis travel of ±52 mm (±2.05 in) allows off-centerline milling operations that a C-axis-only machine cannot produce.
The 12-station BMT turret accommodates both turning tools and live milling heads in the same turret, eliminating the tool-change overhead of a separate machining center for secondary operations. FANUC 0i-TF Plus control with full Y-axis and C-axis programming support is standard.
At $120,000-$155,000 new, the L200LMA carries a premium over the base L200A that is easily justified in shops where milling operations currently require a separate setup on a VMC. The machine competes with the Mazak QT-Compact 200MY and DN Solutions Lynx 2100LSMY. For contract manufacturers producing long, complex shaft-type parts with prismatic features, the L200LMA is a highly capable compact mill-turn solution.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Max Turning Length | 800 mm (31.5 in) |
| Chuck Size | 8" (200 mm) |
| Bar Capacity | 65 mm (2.56 in) |
| Swing Over Bed | 620 mm (24.4 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 5,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Power | 15/11 kW (20/15 hp) |
| Spindle Nose | A2-5 |
| Live Tool Speed | 4,000 RPM |
| Y Axis Travel | ±52 mm (±2.05 in) |
| Turret Stations | 12 |
| Turret Type | BMT live turret |
| Guideway Type | Linear guides |
| Rapid Traverse X Z | 40 m/min (1,575 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 24 m/min (945 ipm) |
| Machine Weight | 5,800 kg (12,787 lb) |
| CNC Control | FANUC 0i-TF Plus |
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Y-axis travel of ±52 mm enables off-centerline milling that C-axis-only machines cannot produce
- Long-bed configuration (800 mm turning length) handles shaft-type workpieces beyond typical compact lathe capacity
- Live milling turret up to 4,000 RPM eliminates secondary VMC setups for cross-holes, flats, and keyways
- FANUC 0i-TF Plus control with full Y-axis and C-axis support provides a familiar, well-documented programming environment
- Compact footprint relative to standalone lathe-plus-VMC cell reduces floor space requirements significantly
- BMT turret accommodates turning and live milling tools simultaneously without tool-change overhead
- Strong resale value compared to dedicated 2-axis lathes due to broader capability
Limitations
- $120K-$155K price point is a significant step up from the base L200A — requires clear ROI from eliminated secondary operations
- 8-inch chuck limits maximum turning diameter to 360 mm — shops with larger parts need the L300LMA or equivalent
- Y-axis travel of ±52 mm is adequate for most applications but may constrain heavily off-center milling features
- Live tool spindle at 4,000 RPM is suitable for moderate milling but not a substitute for a full machining center on deep, high-speed milling operations
- More complex programming requirements for Y-axis and C-axis work — operators need additional training compared to 2-axis lathes
- Larger footprint than the base L200A due to long-bed configuration and Y-axis mechanism
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The L200A is a standard 2-axis turning center (X and Z axes only). The L200LMA adds live milling capability, a C-axis for spindle indexing and contouring, a Y-axis (±52 mm) for off-centerline milling, and a long-bed configuration extending turning length to 800 mm. These additions enable complex prismatic features — cross-holes, flats, keyways, contoured pockets — without repositioning to a secondary VMC.
02
New L200LMA mill-turn machines typically sell in the $120,000-$155,000 range depending on options and dealer. The premium over the base L200A ($75K-$100K) reflects the live tooling system, Y-axis mechanism, and long-bed configuration. Shops eliminating secondary VMC setups typically recover the price premium quickly through reduced cycle time and labor cost.
03
The L200LMA can perform radial and axial drilling, tapping, and milling; off-centerline holes and slots via Y-axis; contoured milling via C-axis interpolation; keyways and flats; and polygon turning. The 4,000 RPM live tool spindle is appropriate for light-to-moderate milling in aluminum, steel, and stainless. Deep-pocket milling or heavy face milling is better suited to a dedicated VMC.
04
The standard L200LMA does not include a sub-spindle. Hyundai WIA offers the L200LMASY variant (or similar designation) that adds a sub-spindle for complete part machining in a single setup, including backworking operations on the second end. Consult your regional Hyundai WIA distributor for current variant availability and pricing.
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