Kitamura Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Kitamura Mycenter-Zero

Est. $100,000 - $150,000 (new) Updated 2026-10-03

Key Specifications

Spindle Taper

BT30

Table Size

400 x 300 mm (15.7 x 11.8 in)

Accuracy

+/- 0.002 mm (0.00008 in)

Repeatability

+/- 0.001 mm (0.00004 in)

x axis travel

300 mm (11.8 in)

y axis travel

300 mm (11.8 in)

How much does the Kitamura Mycenter-Zero cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$100,000 - $150,000 (new)

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

Overview

The Kitamura Mycenter-Zero is a compact 30-taper vertical machining center with a cubic work envelope: the listed figures give 300 mm (11.8 in) of travel in each of X, Y and Z over a 400 x 300 mm (15.7 x 11.8 in) table. The spindle is a BT30 unit listed at 20,000 rpm and 5.5 kW (7.5 hp).

Two rows stand out for a machine this small. The guideways are listed as hand-scraped box ways, and the rapids are still quoted at 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) in X and Y and 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in Z. Box ways bring damping and stiffness to the cut, which helps a light BT30 spindle hold finish in steel. The listed accuracy is +/- 0.002 mm (0.00008 in) for positioning and +/- 0.001 mm (0.00004 in) for repeatability.

Tool changes are handled by a 16-position arm-type ATC with a listed tool change time of 1.5 seconds, which suits parts with many short drilling and tapping operations. The limits are equally clear. The table carries 100 kg (220 lb), so the vise or fixture has to be counted against the part weight, and 16 positions fill quickly on multi-operation jobs. The machine weighs 2,000 kg (4,409 lb) and runs on a 200/220 V three-phase supply. Confirm the listed figures against the documentation of the machine you are quoted or offered.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Table Size	400 x 300 mm (15.7 x 11.8 in)
X Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
Y Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
Z Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
Spindle Speed	20,000 rpm
Spindle Motor	5.5 kW (7.5 hp)
Spindle Taper	BT30
Tool Magazine	16-position arm-type ATC
Tool Change Time	1.5 seconds
Rapid Traverse Xy	48 m/min (1,890 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	36 m/min (1,417 ipm)
Positioning Accuracy	+/- 0.002 mm (0.00008 in)
Repeatability	+/- 0.001 mm (0.00004 in)
Table Load Capacity	100 kg (220 lb)
Guideway Type	Hand-scraped box ways
CNC Control	Fanuc 31i
Machine Weight	2,000 kg (4,409 lb)
Power Supply	200/220V, 3-phase

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 BT30 spindle with 5.5 kW (7.5 hp)
Rapids of 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) in X and Y and 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in Z
16-position arm-type ATC with a listed tool change time of 1.5 seconds
Hand-scraped box ways listed for the guideways
Listed positioning accuracy of +/- 0.002 mm (0.00008 in) and repeatability of +/- 0.001 mm (0.00004 in)

Limitations

300 mm (11.8 in) of travel on every axis restricts it to small parts
Table load is 100 kg (220 lb), fixture included
The 16-position magazine and the 5.5 kW (7.5 hp) BT30 spindle limit tool count and cutter size

Best For

Small prismatic parts within a 300 mm (11.8 in) cube Drill-and-tap work that benefits from a 1.5 seconds tool change Light finishing at up to 20,000 rpm with BT30 tooling

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the work envelope of the Mycenter-Zero?

The listed travels are 300 mm (11.8 in) in X, 300 mm (11.8 in) in Y and 300 mm (11.8 in) in Z. The table is 400 x 300 mm (15.7 x 11.8 in) and is listed with a load capacity of 100 kg (220 lb).

02 What spindle and tool changer does the Mycenter-Zero have?

A BT30 spindle listed at 20,000 rpm with a 5.5 kW (7.5 hp) motor, and a 16-position arm-type ATC with a tool change time of 1.5 seconds. BT30 holders are small and light, which suits fast tool changes but caps the cutter sizes worth running.

03 How fast and how accurate is the Mycenter-Zero?

Listed rapids are 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) in X and Y and 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in Z. Listed positioning accuracy is +/- 0.002 mm (0.00008 in) with repeatability of +/- 0.001 mm (0.00004 in). The guideways are listed as hand-scraped box ways.

04 What does the Mycenter-Zero need for installation?

The listed machine weight is 2,000 kg (4,409 lb) and the power supply is 200/220 V, three-phase. Air and coolant requirements are not in the listed figures, so ask for the installation drawing before preparing the floor space.