Makino DA300
Image: makino.com, Makino
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Tool Capacity
Table Size
How much does the Makino DA300 cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a 5-axis machining center in this class — not a quote from Makino. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Makino DA300 is a compact five-axis vertical machining center for complex production parts, with a 300 mm x 340 mm (11.81 in x 13.38 in) rectangular integral table, travels of 450 mm (17.7 in) in X, 620 mm in Y and 500 mm (19.7 in) in Z, and a 20,000 rpm HSK-A63 spindle. Makino's brief for it was to combine vertical and horizontal design features in a very small footprint.
The table sits in a direct-drive trunnion: A tilts 150° (+30 to -120) and C turns 360°, which gives access to five sides of a part in one setup. Parts up to 450 mm diameter x 400 mm (conditional) and 250 kg (551 lb) can be loaded. The rectangular table is prepared with pneumatic ports, so it can be tied into a pallet system for quick part exchange instead of being loaded by hand.
The spindle is rated 29.5 HP at 20,000 rpm, which Makino presents as enough for milling, drilling and tapping across a wide range of production parts. Rapid traverse and cutting feedrate are both 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm), and the control combines the Makino Professional 6 with SGI.5 tool-path processing to keep non-cutting time short.
One standard feature is aimed at unattended running: a Vision BTS (Broken Tool Sensor) checks tools outside the work zone, so the check does not add to the cycle. A 60-tool magazine is standard, and 118 and 311-tool magazines are optional. Chip-to-chip time is 3.5 sec. Tools are limited to 70 mm / 140 mm (ALL / ADJ) (2.76 in / 5.51 in (ALL / ADJ)), that is 70 mm with every pocket full and 140 mm with the adjacent pockets empty, and to 8 kg (17.6 lb).
For more envelope in the same series, the Makino DA500 has 800 mm (31.49 in) of X, 900 mm (35.43 in) of Y and 550 mm (21.65 in) of Z. For an automated cell built around this machine, Makino offers the DA300 Automation package with a polygon taper work pallet and 118 tools as standard.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Size | 300 mm x 340 mm (11.81 in x 13.38 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 620 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| A Axis Range | 150° (+30 to -120) |
| C Axis Range | 360° |
| Max Spindle Speed | 20,000 rpm (HSK - A63) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) |
| Cutting Feedrate | 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 450 mm diameter x 400 mm (conditional) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 250 kg (551 lb) |
| Tool Capacity | 60 standard, (118 & 311 optional) |
| Chip to Chip Time | 3.5 sec |
| Max Tool Diameter (full magazine) | 70 mm / 140 mm (ALL / ADJ) (2.76 in / 5.51 in (ALL / ADJ)) |
| Max Tool Weight | 8 kg (17.6 lb) |
Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-10-02
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 20,000 rpm, 29.5 HP HSK-A63 spindle for milling, drilling and tapping
- Direct-drive A (+30 to -120) and C (360°) axes for five-side access in one setup
- Vision BTS broken tool sensor is standard and works outside the work zone, so it does not add cycle time
- 60-tool magazine as standard, with 118 and 311-tool options
- Rectangular 300 mm x 340 mm (11.81 in x 13.38 in) table with pneumatic ports ready for a pallet system
- Rapids and cutting feedrate both 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm)
Limitations
- Tools are limited to 70 mm (2.76 in) in diameter with all pockets full and to 8 kg (17.6 lb)
- Parts are limited to 450 mm diameter x 400 mm (conditional) and 250 kg (551 lb)
- Only one spindle, 20,000 rpm HSK-A63, is listed
- The 118 and 311-tool magazines are extra-cost options
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
A 20,000 rpm spindle with an HSK-A63 taper, rated 29.5 HP. Makino positions it for milling, drilling and tapping on a wide range of production parts. No other spindle is listed in the spec table.
02
Up to 450 mm diameter x 400 mm (conditional) and 250 kg (551 lb). The integral table is 300 mm x 340 mm (11.81 in x 13.38 in), and travels are 450 mm (17.7 in) X, 620 mm Y and 500 mm (19.7 in) Z.
03
Yes. The rectangular integral table has pneumatic ports so it can be integrated into a pallet system for quick part exchange. For a ready-made package, Makino lists the DA300 Automation, which uses a polygon taper work pallet and 118 tools (311 optional).
04
It is a broken tool sensor, standard on the DA300, that checks tools outside the machine work zone. Because the check happens away from the cut, Makino says it confirms tool integrity without adding to part cycle time.
05
60 as standard, with 118 and 311-tool magazines as options. Chip-to-chip time is 3.5 sec. Tools can be 70 mm (2.76 in) in diameter with all pockets used, 140 mm (5.51 in) with adjacent pockets empty, and up to 8 kg (17.6 lb).
Videos
Makino Inc.
Makino Inc.
Makino Inc.
Makino Inc.
Community Discussions
Owner experience and review
Links to community discussions. Summaries are editorial — visit the original thread for full context.



