Mazak MEGA Series
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
How much does the Mazak MEGA Series cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a horizontal machining centers (hmc) in this class — not a quote from Yamazaki Mazak. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Mazak MEGA Series is, on Mazak's current model list, a series of one machine: the MEGA 8800, a 50-taper horizontal machining center with a high-torque spindle that tops out at 4,000 rpm. This page describes the series; the model page carries Mazak's own table.
Mazak's description centres on the spindle. It is a built-in motor design running in a bearing with a Ø5.12 in bore, and Mazak names difficult-to-cut materials such as Inconel as the target. The column rides on an X-axis guide mounted at two levels, which lets the rear guide sit close to the column centre and reduces column weight, and linear roller guides are used on all axes. The tool changer is cam driven.
For automation, a 2-pallet changer is standard equipment and a 6-pallet changer is optional. Tool magazines are offered up to 348 tools, with the sizes from 180 to 348 tools built as rack-type magazines. Mazak also describes a PALLETECH cell that starts from 1 machining center, 1 loading station and a pallet stocker with 6 pallets and can be extended later.
The listed figures on this page include a 31.5 in × 31.5 in pallet, a Ø57.09 in × 57.09 in maximum workpiece, 60 tools as standard, a 5.5 sec chip-to-chip tool change, and spindle ratings of 85 kW (114 hp) and 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb), both at 15% ED. Some listed rows do not agree with Mazak's table for the MEGA 8800. Travels are listed here as 1,300 mm (51.2 in), 1,100 mm (43.3 in) and 1,200 mm (47.2 in), where the MEGA 8800 table gives 55 in (1,397 mm), 47 in (1,194 mm) and 52 in (1,321 mm). Where the two differ, work from the MEGA 8800 figures.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 1,300 mm (51.2 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 4,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | CAT 50 |
| Spindle Motor Power | 85 kW (114 hp) at 15% ED |
| Spindle Torque | 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb) at 15% ED |
| Spindle Bore | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
| Pallet Size | 31.5" × 31.5" |
| Max Workpiece Size | Φ57.09" × 57.09" |
| Tool Capacity | 60 tools standard (up to 348 optional) |
| Tool Change Time | 5.5 sec chip-to-chip |
| Pallet Changer | 2-pallet standard (6-pallet optional) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) |
| Machine Weight | 35,000 kg (77,162 lb) approx |
| CNC Control | MAZATROL SmoothG CNC |
| Construction | Dual-level X-axis guides, linear roller guides, core cooling |
| Tool Shank | CAT No.50 |
| Max Spindle Speed | 4000 min-1(rpm) |
Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Spindle listed at 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb) and 85 kW (114 hp), both at 15% ED
- Built-in motor spindle in a Ø5.12 in bore bearing, described by Mazak for materials such as Inconel
- 2-pallet changer is standard equipment; a 6-pallet changer is optional
- Tool magazines offered up to 348 tools, rack type from 180 to 348 tools
- Linear roller guides on all axes and a two-level X-axis guide mounting
Limitations
- Maximum spindle speed is 4,000 rpm, which rules out small-tool and light-alloy work
- The listed travels and rapid on this page differ from Mazak's table for the MEGA 8800, so check dimensions on the model page
- Mazak lists a single model in the series, the MEGA 8800, so there is no smaller or larger size to choose
- The 6-pallet changer and magazines beyond the listed 60 tools are options
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Mazak lists one model. The MEGA 8800 table gives a CAT No.50 spindle at 4,000 rpm with 1,050 Nm (774 ft-lb) continuous and 75 kW (100 HP) continuous, travels of 55 in (1,397 mm) × 47 in (1,194 mm) × 52 in (1,321 mm), 60 tools and a weight of 68,342 lb (30,999 kg).
02
Mazak describes it for high-efficiency machining of difficult-to-cut materials such as Inconel. The means are a built-in motor spindle limited to 4,000 rpm, a spindle bearing with a Ø5.12 in bore and a rigid column and bed. The listed peak ratings are 85 kW (114 hp) and 1,249 Nm (921 ft-lb), both at 15% ED.
03
The 2-pallet changer is standard equipment and a 6-pallet changer is optionally available for long unmanned operation. Tool magazine capacity goes up to 348 tools, with rack-type magazines for 180 to 348 tools. A PALLETECH cell can start from 1 machining center, 1 loading station and a pallet stocker with 6 pallets.
04
The listed travels here are 1,300 mm (51.2 in), 1,100 mm (43.3 in) and 1,200 mm (47.2 in), and the listed rapid is 36 m/min (1,417 ipm). Mazak's table for the MEGA 8800 gives 55 in (1,397 mm), 47 in (1,194 mm) and 52 in (1,321 mm), with rapids of 1,890 ipm (48 m/min) on X and Z and 1,575 ipm (40 m/min) on Y. Use the MEGA 8800 figures for planning.
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