Kitamura Machinery Vertical Machining Centers

Kitamura Mycenter-2XiG

$150,000 - $200,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

700 mm (27.6 in)

Y Travel

410 mm (16.1 in)

Z Travel

510 mm (20.1 in)

Max Spindle

20,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact)

Tool Capacity

30-tool ATC

Overview

The Kitamura Mycenter-2XiG is a mid-size 40-taper VMC with 700 x 410 x 510 mm (27.6 x 16.1 x 20.1 in) of travel, sitting between the compact 1XiG and the larger 3XiG in Kitamura's vertical lineup. It represents a particularly strong value proposition in Kitamura's range — large enough for the majority of job shop work, precise enough for demanding aerospace and medical applications, and built to the same hand-scraped standard that defines every machine Kitamura produces in Osaka, Japan.

The 20,000 RPM Big Plus spindle delivers 15 kW (20 hp) of power through a direct-drive motor, providing a meaningfully stronger cut than the 1XiG in the same footprint. The 700 x 420 mm (27.6 x 16.5 in) table accepts workpieces and fixtures that would overhang on smaller machines, and the 510 mm Z-stroke is generous enough for tall workpieces or high tombstone fixturing on palletized systems.

Kitamura's signature box-way construction provides exceptional resistance to cutting forces — particularly important on a 700 mm machine where the overhang from the spindle to the far end of the table can be substantial. The hand-scraped ways distribute load across the full bearing surface rather than point contacts, which translates directly into geometric accuracy across the full travel envelope, not just at the center of the table.

Rapids of 36,000 mm/min (1,417 ipm) match the 1XiG and are competitive with mid-range Taiwanese VMCs. The 30-tool ATC provides solid capacity for complex parts. New machines price between $150,000 and $200,000 depending on control selection and options — a premium worth paying for shops whose work demands the precision this machine delivers.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	700 mm (27.6 in)
Y-Axis Travel	410 mm (16.1 in)
Z-Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Max Spindle Speed	20,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact)
Spindle Motor Power	15 kW (20 hp)
Spindle Drive	Direct Drive
Tool Capacity	30-tool ATC
Chip To Chip	3.0 sec
Table Size	700 x 420 mm (27.6 x 16.5 in)
Rapid Traverse X	36,000 mm/min (1,417 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	36,000 mm/min (1,417 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	30,000 mm/min (1,181 ipm)
Machine Weight	5,200 kg (11,464 lb)
CNC Control	Fanuc 31i-B5 / Heidenhain TNC 640

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

20,000 RPM Big Plus spindle with 15 kW provides genuine versatility from aluminum finishing to steel roughing
Hand-scraped box-way construction ensures accuracy across the full 700 mm X-travel, not just the table center
30-tool ATC with 3.0-second chip-to-chip time supports complex multi-operation parts efficiently
700 mm X-travel covers the majority of mid-size production parts without the cost of a larger machine
Built in Osaka, Japan — same quality standards and long-term accuracy retention as Kitamura's premium platforms
Dual-contact Big Plus interface delivers superior runout performance versus standard CAT 40 tooling

Limitations

$150K-$200K entry point requires a clear business case based on precision or finish quality requirements
410 mm Y-travel is the same as the 1XiG — not the right machine if Y-axis depth is the constraint
Service and support depends on regional Kitamura dealer — coverage varies significantly by location
20,000 RPM is excellent but not in the range of high-speed 5-axis machines for aluminum aerospace work
Box-way construction is rigid but slower to move than linear-way machines — rapid speeds reflect this

Best For

Job shops where the 700 mm range covers 70-80% of their work and precision is a competitive differentiator Aerospace and defense contractors producing structural components, brackets, and housings in aluminum and titanium Medical device manufacturers running longer parts such as spinal implants, orthopedic plates, and instrument handles Mold and die shops machining medium-size cavities requiring excellent surface finish and form accuracy Contract manufacturers replacing a worn VMC and needing a long-term platform they won't need to replace in 10 years

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the 2XiG compare to the 3XiG?

The 3XiG adds 60 mm of X-travel (760 mm vs 700 mm) and uses a 2-speed geared head instead of direct drive, which provides more low-end torque at the expense of top speed (15,000 RPM vs 20,000 RPM on the 2XiG). Choose the 2XiG if high spindle speed for aluminum or surface finish is the priority; choose the 3XiG if maximum torque for heavy steel cutting is more important.

02 Can the 2XiG be integrated with a pallet automation system?

Yes. Kitamura offers pallet changer options for the 2XiG, and the machine is compatible with third-party robotic loading systems. The direct-drive spindle and consistent accuracy make it a good candidate for lights-out automation — the machine holds tolerance reliably across unmanned shifts.

03 What is the realistic positioning accuracy of the 2XiG?

Kitamura specifies positioning accuracy of ±0.002 mm and repeatability of ±0.001 mm. In practice, shops running temperature-controlled environments report holding ±0.003 mm (±0.0001 in) consistently on production parts. Under typical shop conditions with reasonable temperature control, ±0.005 mm is a conservative working expectation.

04 Is the 2XiG available with a 50-taper (CAT 50) spindle?

The 2XiG is a 40-taper platform. For 50-taper requirements — typically driven by very heavy material removal in steel or large-diameter boring — Kitamura offers the 5XiG/50 at a larger travel envelope. Most shops find 40-taper with Big Plus adequate for the 2XiG's work envelope and material mix.