Matsuura MAM72-35V

$600,000 - $900,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

560 mm (22 in)

Y Travel

460 mm (18.1 in)

Z Travel

510 mm (20.1 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 rpm (20,000 rpm optional)

Spindle Taper

HSK-A63

Tool Capacity

40 standard (expandable to 240)

Overview

The Matsuura MAM72-35V is a simultaneous 5-axis vertical machining center with an integrated 32-station (or greater) pallet management system, designed for extended unattended production of small-to-medium precision components. The MAM72 series is Matsuura's flagship automation platform — the machine that established the Japanese builder's global reputation for lights-out 5-axis machining — and the 35V variant is optimized for workpieces up to 350 mm diameter, positioning it squarely in the aerospace, medical, and precision engineering sweet spots.

The trunnion-type A/C axis table accepts 350 mm diameter pallets with A-axis tilt from -120 to +30 degrees and C-axis continuous rotation, providing full 5-axis access for simultaneous contouring of complex geometries. The standard HSK-A63 spindle runs at 12,000 rpm with 22 kW of power — capable of aggressive stock removal in aluminum and reasonable cutting in titanium and steel. A 20,000 rpm high-speed spindle is available for shops focused on aluminum and high-speed finishing applications.

The pallet stocker is the defining feature of the MAM72-35V. The standard 32-station stocker can be expanded, and each station holds a Matsuura 350 mm diameter pallet that can be loaded with different workpieces and setups. The automatic pallet changer transfers a pallet from stocker to machine in approximately 25 seconds — fast enough that pallet change time adds negligibly to total cycle time. This enables continuous operation across all 32 setups without any operator intervention: medical implant shops regularly run 72+ hours unattended, returning to complete parts across multiple setups and materials.

Matsuura's tool management across the expandable magazine (40 tools standard, scalable to 240) allows sister tool management that automatically substitutes fresh tools when a tool reaches its programmed life limit — critical for unattended overnight runs where tool failure would otherwise stop production. The G-Tech 31i control (FANUC 31i-B5 based) provides the programming environment, and CAMplete TruePath comes standard for G-code verification. Pricing with full pallet stocker typically ranges from $600,000 to $900,000.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Workpiece Diameter	Ø 350 mm (13.8 in)
X-Axis Travel	560 mm (22 in)
Y-Axis Travel	460 mm (18.1 in)
Z-Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
A Axis Range	-120° / +30°
C Axis Range	360° continuous
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 rpm (20,000 rpm optional)
Spindle Taper	HSK-A63
Spindle Motor Power	22 kW (30 hp)
Rapid Traverse Rate	50 m/min (1,969 ipm)
Pallet Stocker Capacity	32 stations (expandable)
Pallet Change Time	Approx. 25 sec
Tool Capacity	40 standard (expandable to 240)
CNC Control	Matsuura G-Tech 31i (FANUC 31i-B5 based)
Machine Weight	Approx. 11,000 kg (24,250 lb)
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:BT40Standard\| 15,000:BT40Option\| 20,000:BT40Option
Travel Mm	550/440/580 \| (21.65/17.32/22.83)
Mam72 35v	MAM72-35V
Industriesautomotive And High Performance	Technology5-Axis Vertical/Horizontal Machining Center ›

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

32-station integrated pallet stocker enables 72+ hours of continuous unattended 5-axis production — the highest automation depth available in a standalone machining center
350 mm workpiece diameter covers the full range of aerospace structural fittings, medical implants, and precision industrial components in a single machine platform
Tool magazine expandable to 240 positions with sister-tool management ensures unattended runs don't stop due to tool wear or tool life limits
Matsuura's proven MAM72 platform has decades of production history in aerospace and medical environments worldwide, with established best practices for automated cell operation

Limitations

Capital investment of $600K–$900K with full pallet stocker requires high-volume, high-mix production to justify — low-volume shops rarely recover the investment
32-pallet stocker adds significant floor space requirements beyond the machine itself — full cell installation requires careful facility planning
350 mm maximum pallet diameter limits part size — shops machining medium-to-large components must step up to the MAM72-52V or larger HMC-based systems

Best For

Aerospace tier-1 and tier-2 suppliers machining families of small structural components — brackets, fittings, manifolds, and actuator parts — across multiple setups in unattended operation Medical device manufacturers producing implant families (hips, knees, spinal) across overnight and weekend unattended runs to maximize production output per shift Defense and precision instrument manufacturers with high-mix, medium-volume contracts requiring multiple setups run without dedicated operator attendance Job shops strategically positioning around high-value unattended 5-axis production as a differentiator, running nights and weekends while competitors stand idle

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the MAM72-35V achieve 72+ hours of unattended operation?

With 32 pallets loaded in the stocker and cycle times ranging from 30 minutes to several hours per pallet, simple math produces multi-day unattended windows. The automatic pallet changer loads the next pallet in 25 seconds with no operator involvement. Sister-tool management handles tool wear. The G-Tech 31i control monitors machine status and alerts operators via network or pager if intervention is needed. Well-run MAM72 cells regularly operate three shifts with one shift's worth of staffing.

02 What is the difference between the MAM72-35V and MAM72-52V?

The 35V handles workpieces up to 350 mm diameter on 350 mm pallets. The 52V steps up to 520 mm workpieces on 520 mm pallets, accommodating larger aerospace structural parts and bigger industrial components. Both share the MAM72 pallet automation philosophy and similar pallet stocker integration, but the 52V is a larger, heavier machine with correspondingly more spindle power and rigidity for bigger parts.

03 Can the MAM72-35V handle titanium aerospace parts?

Yes. The 22 kW HSK-A63 spindle provides adequate power for titanium at appropriate cutting parameters. The machine's rigid trunnion construction and full 5-axis capability handle the complex geometries typical of aerospace titanium work. Many aerospace shops use the MAM72-35V specifically for titanium structural components where the combination of 5-axis capability and pallet automation delivers both part complexity and production volume.

04 How does the MAM72-35V tool management work for unattended operation?

Matsuura's tool management system tracks individual tool life based on programmed limits (usually in minutes of cutting time or number of parts). When a tool approaches its limit, the system automatically substitutes a sister tool from a reserved position in the magazine before the old tool expires. This enables multi-day unattended runs without tool failure risk. The magazine can be expanded to 240 positions to support the full tool variety needed across 32 different pallet setups.

05 What software comes standard with the MAM72-35V?

The MAM72-35V includes CAMplete TruePath for G-code verification and optimization as a standard bundle. This software simulates the complete toolpath on a machine model, catching collisions and errors before they reach the machine — critical for unattended operation where a programming error could damage an expensive part or crash the machine during an overnight run. Most major CAM systems (Mastercam, Hypermill, NX, Catia) support Matsuura post-processors.