Makino F8
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Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
How much does the Makino F8 cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class — not a quote from Makino. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Makino F8 is a large 3-axis vertical machining center with a 50 horsepower, 10,000 RPM CAT50 spindle and 1,300 mm (51.2 in) of X, 800 mm (31.5 in) of Y and 650 mm (25.6 in) of Z. Makino builds it for large parts and big die and mold components, where one machine has to rough heavily and then finish to the tolerances of blended 3-D surfaces.
The table measures 1,550 x 800 mm (61 in x 31.5 in). The largest workpiece is 1,550 x 800 x 550 mm (61 in x 31.5 in x 21.7 in) at up to 2,500 kg (5,511 lb). Because the part height limit sits below the Z travel, a full-height block still leaves Z stroke for the tool length above it. Makino also points to open access for setup and changeover, which matters when every job means craning a heavy plate onto the table.
CAT50 is standard and HSK-A100 is the option. The magazine holds 30 tools, and each may be up to 200 mm (7.87 in) in diameter and 20 kg (44 lb), so large face mills and heavy boring bars fit. Rapid traverse and cutting feed are both 24,000 mm/min (945 ipm).
Scale feedback and core-cooled ballscrews are standard; Makino fits them to control thermal growth over long production runs. Its control offers PC-style editing (cut, paste, copy, find, replace) and icons that link to operator information. The Makino F9 is the same machine with 1,600 mm (63 in) of X on a 1,850 x 800 mm (72.8 in x 31.5 in) table, so the F8 is the one to pick when parts stay within 1,300 mm (51.2 in).
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Size | 1,550 x 800 mm (61 in x 31.5 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 1,300 mm (51.2 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 800 mm (31.5 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 650 mm (25.6 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm |
| Spindle Taper | CAT50 (HSK-A100 optional) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 24,000 mm/min (945 ipm) |
| Cutting Feedrate | 24,000 mm/min (945 ipm) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 1,550 x 800 x 550 mm (61 in x 31.5 in x 21.7 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 2,500 kg (5,511 lb) |
| Tool Capacity | 30 tools |
| Max Tool Diameter (full magazine) | 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Max Tool Weight | 20 kg (44 lb) |
Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-10-02
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 50 horsepower, 10,000 RPM spindle with CAT50 as standard and HSK-A100 as an option
- Takes workpieces up to 1,550 x 800 x 550 mm (61 in x 31.5 in x 21.7 in) and 2,500 kg (5,511 lb)
- Tools up to 200 mm (7.87 in) in diameter and 20 kg (44 lb), enough for large face mills
- Scale feedback and core-cooled ballscrews are standard, for thermal control on long jobs
- Rapid traverse and cutting feed are both 24,000 mm/min (945 ipm)
Limitations
- 10,000 rpm limits small-tool high-speed finishing; the F5 Professional 6 runs 20,000 rpm with a 30,000 rpm option
- 30-tool magazine with no larger magazine in the table, tight for die work that runs many finishing tools
- Workpiece height is limited to 550 mm (21.7 in)
- Makino's table has no machine weight, so foundation and rigging needs must be requested separately
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
A 50 horsepower, 10,000 RPM spindle with a CAT50 taper as standard; HSK-A100 is the option. That combination is aimed at heavy roughing and at large cutters, with tools up to 200 mm (7.87 in) in diameter and 20 kg (44 lb).
02
Only the length. The Makino F9 has 1,600 mm (63 in) of X and a 1,850 x 800 mm (72.8 in x 31.5 in) table. The Makino F8 has 1,300 mm (51.2 in) of X and a 1,550 x 800 mm (61 in x 31.5 in) table. Y, Z, spindle, rapids and the 30-tool magazine are the same on both.
03
Up to 1,550 x 800 x 550 mm (61 in x 31.5 in x 21.7 in) and 2,500 kg (5,511 lb). Add the weight of fixtures and any clamping plates to the part before checking it against that limit.
04
Makino fits scale feedback and core-cooled ballscrews as standard. Scales measure the true axis position, and cooled ballscrews limit the expansion that builds up when a large mold is cut for hours, so the finish passes stay matched to the roughing.
