Matsuura CUBLEX-35

$600,000 - $900,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

510 mm (20.1 in)

Y Travel

460 mm (18.1 in)

Z Travel

460 mm (18.1 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM (optional 20,000 RPM)

Spindle Taper

BT40 (HSK-A63 optional)

Tool Capacity

60 standard (up to 200+ optional)

Overview

The Matsuura CUBLEX-35 is a multi-tasking 5-axis machining center that combines simultaneous 5-axis milling with turning capability in a compact, automated package. The CUBLEX series represents a different philosophy from the MX and MAM72 lines: instead of optimizing for either milling or automation depth, it integrates mill-turn multi-tasking with pallet automation in a single cell. The 35 in the name refers to the 350 mm (13.8 in) pallet diameter, positioning it for small-to-medium precision parts that require both complex milling and turning operations.

The machine features a tilting spindle head configuration rather than a trunnion table, allowing the spindle to approach the workpiece from virtually any angle. The milling spindle runs at 12,000 RPM standard with a BT40 taper and 11/15 kW (15/20 hp) of power. A 20,000 RPM high-speed option is available. The C-axis on the rotary table provides turning capability at speeds up to 1,500 RPM via a direct-drive motor, enabling OD turning, boring, threading, and facing operations without transferring the part to a lathe.

Axis travel measures approximately 510 x 460 x 460 mm (20.1 x 18.1 x 18.1 in) on X/Y/Z. The integrated pallet stocker holds up to 32 pallets with 350 mm diameter. The tool magazine starts at 60 positions and scales to 200+ tools. CAMplete TruePath with mill-turn simulation comes standard, and the G-Tech 31i control manages both milling and turning modes seamlessly.

The CUBLEX-35 weighs approximately 11,000 kg (24,250 lb) with a compact footprint relative to its automation capacity. It competes with multi-tasking machines from DMG Mori (NTX series), Mazak (INTEGREX), and Okuma (MULTUS) but differentiates itself with the integrated pallet stocker that those machines typically lack. For shops producing complex parts with both milled and turned features in automated production, the CUBLEX-35 offers a unique combination of capabilities.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Y-Axis Travel	460 mm (18.1 in)
Z-Axis Travel	460 mm (18.1 in)
B Axis Range	+/- 120° (tilting spindle head)
C Axis Range	360° (continuous, up to 1,500 RPM turning)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM (optional 20,000 RPM)
Spindle Taper	BT40 (HSK-A63 optional)
Spindle Motor Power	11 / 15 kW (15 / 20 hp)
Turning Speed	Up to 1,500 RPM (C-axis direct drive)
Tool Capacity	60 standard (up to 200+ optional)
Pallet Capacity	Up to 32 pallets
Table Diameter	350 mm (13.8 in)
Max Workpiece Size	350 mm dia x 300 mm H (13.8 x 11.8 in)
Table Load Capacity	80 kg (176 lb) per pallet
Rapid Traverse Xyz	50 m/min (1,969 ipm)
Tool Change Time	1.3 sec (tool-to-tool)
Machine Weight	11,000 kg (24,250 lb)
Floor Space Required	2,800 x 4,000 mm (with pallet stocker)
CNC Control	Matsuura G-Tech 31i (FANUC 31i-B5 based, touch screen, mill-turn)
Mx Series	MAM72 Series
Mx 330mx 330 Pc10mx 420 Pc10mx 520mx 520 Pc4mx 520tmx 850mx 850 Pc4	MAM72-35VMAM72-42VMAM72-52VMAM72-70VMAM72-100H
Max Work Sizemm	Ø350×H315 \| (Ø13.77×H12.40)
Spindle Speedrpm	12,000:HSK-A63W (ICTM)Standard\| 15,000:HSK-A63W (ICTM)Option\| 20,000:HSK-A63W (ICTM)Option
Travel Mm	550/440/580 \| (21.65/17.32/22.83)
Cublex 35	CUBLEX-35
Industriesaerospace And Defense	Technology5-Axis Multi-Tasking Machining Center ›

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Unique combination of simultaneous 5-axis milling, turning, and integrated pallet automation in a single cell
Tilting spindle head provides excellent access angles for complex geometry without the limitations of a trunnion table
Up to 32-pallet stocker enables lights-out production of mill-turn parts that would otherwise require two machines
Direct-drive turning at 1,500 RPM handles OD turning, boring, threading, and facing within the milling cycle
Compact cell footprint delivers multi-tasking automation without the floor space of separate mill and lathe cells
CAMplete TruePath with mill-turn simulation provides crash-free verification for complex multi-operation programs

Limitations

Mill-turn programming complexity is significantly higher than pure milling, requiring skilled CAM programmers
1,500 RPM turning speed limits turning operations to light-to-medium cuts, not a full lathe replacement
350 mm workpiece diameter restricts the machine to small-to-medium parts only
High price of $600K-$900K requires a genuine mill-turn production mix to justify over separate machines

Best For

Aerospace component manufacturers producing parts with both milled cavities and turned diameters in automated production Medical device shops machining implants that combine complex 5-axis contours with turned cylindrical features Defense manufacturers producing complex housings with both milled and turned features requiring single-setup accuracy Precision engineering firms where part-to-part tolerance from multiple setups is a quality concern Shops wanting to consolidate separate milling and turning operations into a single automated cell

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Matsuura CUBLEX-35 cost?

New CUBLEX-35 pricing typically ranges from $600,000 to $900,000 depending on pallet count, tool magazine size, and spindle configuration. The machine commands a premium over the MX series due to the integrated mill-turn capability.

02 How does the CUBLEX-35 compare to a DMG Mori NTX mill-turn?

The NTX series are dedicated mill-turn machines with superior turning capability (higher RPM, live tooling turret) but lack integrated pallet automation. The CUBLEX-35 trades some turning capability for the 32-pallet stocker that enables unattended multi-part production. Choose the NTX for turning-dominant work; choose the CUBLEX for milling-dominant parts that also need turning.

03 Can the CUBLEX-35 replace both a 5-axis mill and a lathe?

For parts that require light-to-medium turning combined with complex 5-axis milling, yes. The turning capability handles OD work, boring, threading, and facing at parameters suitable for finishing and semi-finishing. It cannot replace a dedicated lathe for high-speed turning, heavy bar work, or production turning operations.

04 What is the advantage of the tilting spindle head over a trunnion table?

The tilting spindle head keeps the workpiece stationary during B-axis tilting, which improves accuracy for heavy or tall parts that would shift on a trunnion table. It also provides better access to the top and sides of the workpiece for complex geometry.