Makino V22

$250,000 - $375,000 Updated 2026-03-13

Key Specifications

X Travel

320 mm (12.6 in)

Y Travel

280 mm (11.0 in)

Z Travel

300 mm (11.8 in)

Max Spindle

40,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

HSK-E32

Tool Capacity

30 (60 opt)

Overview

The Makino V22 is a precision machining center designed to eliminate vibration, rotational deflection, and thermal distortion—the three enemies of ultra-precision machining. With a 40,000 RPM HSK-E32 spindle and compact travel envelope optimized for small precision parts, the V22 bridges the gap between conventional VMCs and dedicated micro milling machines like the iQ300, offering high-speed precision capability at a more accessible price point.

Axis travel spans 320 x 280 x 300 mm (12.6 x 11.0 x 11.8 in) on X/Y/Z. The 450 x 350 mm (17.7 x 13.8 in) table accommodates workpieces up to 450 x 475 x 200 mm with a 100 kg (220 lb) payload capacity. The 40,000 RPM HSK-E32 spindle—slightly lower than the iQ series' 45,000 RPM but still far above conventional machining centers—enables high-surface-speed cutting with small-diameter tools for exceptional surface finish quality.

Rapid traverse reaches 20,000 mm/min (787 ipm) on all axes with a 10,000 mm/min cutting feedrate. The standard 30-tool ATC (expandable to 60) with an 8-second tool-to-tool time provides generous capacity for complex multi-tool programs. Maximum tool diameter is 32 mm with a 0.5 kg weight limit, reflecting the small-diameter, high-speed tooling the machine is designed for. The V22 excels at hard milling of tool steels, machining copper electrodes, producing precision medical components, and finishing small mold inserts where surface quality directly impacts final product performance. The machine competes against the Röders RXP 400, Yasda YBM 640V, and GF Machining Mikron MILL S in the compact high-speed precision VMC segment.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	320 mm (12.6 in)
Y-Axis Travel	280 mm (11.0 in)
Z-Axis Travel	300 mm (11.8 in)
Max Spindle Speed	40,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	HSK-E32
Table Size	450 x 350 mm (17.7 x 13.8 in)
Max Workpiece Size	450 x 475 x 200 mm (17.7 x 18.7 x 7.9 in)
Table Load Capacity	100 kg (220 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	787 in/min
Cutting Feedrate	394 in/min
Tool Capacity	30 (60 opt)
Tool Change Time	8 sec
Max Tool Diameter	32 mm (1.26 in)
Max Tool Weight	0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
CNC Control	Makino Professional 6
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Metric	English
Spindle Rpm	40,000
Maximum Workpiece	17.7" x 18.7" x 7.9"
Maximum Payload	220 lbs
Tool To Tool	8 sec
Maximum Tool Diameter	1.26"
Maximum Tool Weight	1.1 lbs
Optional Atc Capacity	Yes
Makinooptionalatccapacity	Yes

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

40,000 RPM HSK-E32 spindle enables high-surface-speed cutting with small tools for exceptional finishes on hardened steels and precision components
Designed from the ground up to eliminate vibration, deflection, and thermal distortion—the three primary sources of precision loss
Standard 30-tool ATC (60 optional) provides significantly more tool capacity than competing ultra-precision machines
More accessible price point than the iQ300/iQ500 micro milling machines while delivering excellent precision for most applications
Compact footprint suitable for precision machining environments where floor space is at a premium
Versatile enough for hard milling, electrode machining, medical components, and small mold inserts on one platform

Limitations

320 x 280 mm travel is very compact, limiting the machine to small parts and mold inserts only
100 kg table load capacity restricts fixture and workpiece weight—heavy steel mold blocks may exceed this limit
0.5 kg maximum tool weight limits tooling to small-diameter, lightweight cutters only
20,000 mm/min rapid traverse is moderate, adding non-cutting time compared to faster compact VMCs
HSK-E32 taper has a limited tooling ecosystem compared to HSK-A63 or CAT40

Best For

Die and mold shops machining small precision cavity inserts, core pins, and mold components in hardened tool steels Medical device manufacturers producing small implants, surgical instruments, and precision fixtures requiring exceptional surface finishes Electrode manufacturers machining copper and graphite EDM electrodes with fine detail features Connector and electronics manufacturers producing small precision mold tooling for injection molding Precision engineering firms needing a high-speed, high-accuracy platform for small complex parts without full micro milling investment

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Makino V22 cost?

A new Makino V22 typically costs between $250,000 and $375,000. The base machine with 40K RPM spindle and 30-tool ATC starts around $250,000. Adding the 60-tool magazine, probing, enhanced coolant, and thermal compensation options pushes pricing toward $325,000-$375,000. The V22 is positioned between conventional VMCs and the ultra-precision iQ series in both capability and price.

02 How does the V22 compare to the iQ300?

The iQ300 offers higher spindle speed (45,000 vs 40,000 RPM), more axis travel (400x350x200 vs 320x280x300 mm), and sub-micron accuracy for optical-quality finishes. The V22 provides more Z-travel (300 vs 200 mm), a lower entry price, and adequate precision for most applications that don't require true sub-micron capability. Choose the iQ300 for LED mold and optic-quality work; choose the V22 for general high-precision small-part machining.

03 Can the V22 do hard milling?

Yes—hard milling is one of the V22's primary applications. The 40,000 RPM spindle achieves the surface speeds required for productive hard milling in steels up to 62 HRC using small-diameter CBN and carbide ball-nose end mills. The machine's vibration-free construction and thermal stability produce excellent surface finishes directly from the cutter, often eliminating the need for manual polishing on small mold components.

04 What surface finishes can the V22 achieve?

The V22 produces surface finishes in the single-digit to low-teens Ra microinch range on hardened steels (48-62 HRC) using appropriate ball-nose end mills and cutting parameters. While not quite at the iQ series' optical quality level, the V22's finish quality is excellent for most mold, medical, and precision component applications. Copper electrodes can be finished to near-mirror quality.

05 Why is the maximum tool weight only 0.5 kg?

The 0.5 kg limit ensures that tool mass does not introduce vibration at the 40,000 RPM operating speeds. At these spindle speeds, even small increases in tool weight create significant centrifugal forces that degrade spindle bearing life and surface finish quality. The V22 is designed for lightweight, small-diameter tools—typically 0.5-12 mm diameter—that perform best at ultra-high surface speeds.