Kitamura Machinery Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Kitamura Mycenter 1XiF

Est. $80,000 - $110,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in Kitamura Machinery's current lineup when we checked on 2026-09-24 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Key Specifications

X Travel

508 mm (20 in)

Y Travel

356 mm (14 in)

Z Travel

406 mm (16 in)

Max Spindle

20,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact)

Tool Capacity

24-tool side-mount ATC

How much does the Kitamura Mycenter 1XiF cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$80,000 - $110,000

Our best estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class — not a quote from Kitamura Machinery. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Kitamura Mycenter 1XiF is a compact vertical machining center with a 20,000 RPM direct-drive spindle and travels of 508 mm (20 in) in X, 356 mm (14 in) in Y and 406 mm (16 in) in Z. It does not appear in Kitamura's current lineup, so the listed figures below are best read as a starting point for checking a used machine.

The table measures 760 x 360 mm (29.9 x 14.2 in), a good deal longer than the X travel. That leaves room to park a second vise or a rotary unit beside the work zone, but only 508 mm of the length can be reached by the spindle. The spindle taper is listed as CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact), so standard CAT 40 holders fit and dual-contact holders can be used where more rigidity at the flange is wanted. No spindle power figure is listed, which is the first thing to find out, since it decides whether 20,000 RPM is paired with enough torque for steel.

A 24-tool side-mount ATC with a listed chip-to-chip time of 2.8 sec handles tool changes. Rapids are the same on all three axes at 24 m/min (945 ipm). Listed positioning accuracy is 0.002 mm (0.0001 in) with repeatability of 0.001 mm (0.00004 in), and the machine weighs 4,100 kg (9,040 lb), a substantial mass for this envelope. The control is listed as Kitamura Arumatik-Mi.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	508 mm (20 in)
Y-Axis Travel	356 mm (14 in)
Z-Axis Travel	406 mm (16 in)
Table Size	760 x 360 mm (29.9 x 14.2 in)
Max Spindle Speed	20,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact)
Spindle Drive	Direct drive
Tool Capacity	24-tool side-mount ATC
Tool Change (chip-to-chip)	2.8 sec
Rapid Traverse Xyz	24/24/24 m/min (945 ipm)
Positioning Accuracy	0.002 mm (0.0001 in)
Repeatability	0.001 mm (0.00004 in)
Machine Weight	4,100 kg (9,040 lb)
CNC Control	Kitamura Arumatik-Mi

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

20,000 RPM direct-drive spindle with a CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact) taper
24-tool side-mount ATC with a listed chip-to-chip time of 2.8 sec
Listed positioning accuracy of 0.002 mm (0.0001 in) and repeatability of 0.001 mm (0.00004 in)
4,100 kg (9,040 lb) machine weight behind a 508 mm (20 in) X travel
Listed with Kitamura's own Arumatik-Mi control

Limitations

Y travel is 356 mm (14 in), so wide parts and deep fixtures do not fit
Rapids of 24 m/min (945 ipm) are moderate for a machine with a 2.8 sec chip-to-chip tool change
No spindle power or torque figure is listed
Not in Kitamura's current lineup; check the listed figures against the machine's own documents

Best For

Small aluminium and steel parts within 508 mm (20 in) by 356 mm (14 in) High-speed finishing with small tools at 20,000 RPM Shops wanting a 40-taper dual-contact spindle in a small envelope

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Does Kitamura still list the Mycenter 1XiF?

No. The Mycenter 1XiF is not in Kitamura's current lineup, so it is a used-machine purchase. Treat the listed figures as a guide and confirm travels, spindle speed and tool capacity from the machine's nameplate and manual.

02 What are the travels and table size of the Mycenter 1XiF?

Listed travels are 508 mm (20 in) in X, 356 mm (14 in) in Y and 406 mm (16 in) in Z. The table is 760 x 360 mm (29.9 x 14.2 in), longer than the X travel, so part of it sits outside the cutting zone.

03 What tooling does the Mycenter 1XiF take?

The listed spindle taper is CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact), and the spindle runs to 20,000 RPM on a direct drive. The side-mount ATC holds 24 tools and has a listed chip-to-chip time of 2.8 sec.

04 What should I look at when inspecting a used Mycenter 1XiF?

Find out the spindle power, which the listed figures do not give, and the spindle hours. Run the 24-tool changer through a full cycle. Then check positioning against the listed 0.002 mm (0.0001 in) with a ballbar or laser test if the seller allows it, and make sure the floor can take 4,100 kg (9,040 lb).