Mazak MTV
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Overview
The Mazak MTV is a compact vertical machining center designed for high-speed production of small-to-medium parts in automotive, electronics, and general manufacturing applications. The MTV prioritizes speed and throughput over heavy cutting capacity, with fast axis motion, quick tool changes, and a small footprint that maximizes parts per square foot of floor space.
The MTV series offers travel of approximately 560 x 406 x 305 mm (22 x 16 x 12 in) with a BT 30 spindle turning at up to 16,000 RPM. The smaller taper trades tool rigidity for speed, making the MTV ideal for aluminum, brass, plastics, and light steel cutting where surface speed matters more than depth of cut. Spindle power is 7.5 kW (10 hp), appropriate for the small-part work this machine targets.
The 16-position arm-type ATC delivers sub-2-second tool changes, keeping cycle times tight on multi-operation parts. Rapid traverse exceeds 48 m/min on all axes, which is significantly faster than standard VMCs. These speed advantages compound on high-volume production runs where seconds per part translate directly to annual throughput.
The MAZATROL SmoothG CNC provides conversational and G-code programming with the same interface found across the Mazak lineup. The compact machine footprint (approximately 1,700 x 2,100 mm) allows shops to fit multiple MTVs in the space occupied by a single full-size VMC, enabling parallel production.
Competitors include the Brother Speedio S300X1, Fanuc RoboDrill, and Haas Mini Mill 2. New MTV machines price between $65,000 and $95,000. The MTV excels in high-volume production cells, particularly for automotive and electronics components where cycle time is the primary metric.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 560 mm (22 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 406 mm (16 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 305 mm (12 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 16,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | BT 30 |
| Spindle Motor Power | 7.5 kW (10 hp) |
| Tool Capacity | 16 (arm-type ATC) |
| Tool Change Time | < 2 sec |
| Table Size | 127.56" × 31.89" |
| Max Table Load | 300 kg (661 lb) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 48 m/min (all axes) |
| CNC Control | MAZATROL SmoothG CNC |
| Floor Space Required | 1,700 x 2,100 mm (67 x 83 in) approx. |
| 6000 Min 1standard Spindle | 18.5 kW (25 HP) |
| 6000 Min 1high Torque Spindle | 26.0 kW (35 HP) |
| Mtv 515 40 | 51.18" × 21.65" |
| Mtv 655 60 | 68.50" × 25.59" |
| Mtv 655 80 | 88.19" × 25.59" |
| Mtv 815 80 | 88.19" × 31.89" |
| Mtv 815 120 | 127.56" × 31.89" |
| Tool Shank | CAT No.50 |
| Max Spindle Speed | 6000 min-1(rpm) |
Specifications sourced from mazak.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 16,000 RPM BT 30 spindle delivers high surface speeds for fast aluminum, brass, and light material machining
- 48 m/min rapid traverse significantly reduces non-cutting time compared to standard VMCs running at 30-36 m/min
- Sub-2-second tool changes keep cycle times tight on multi-operation parts with frequent tool switches
- Compact footprint allows multiple MTVs in the floor space of a single full-size VMC for parallel production
- MAZATROL SmoothG control brings full conversational programming capability to the compact VMC class
- Low entry price makes it accessible for shops building high-speed production cells
Limitations
- BT 30 taper limits tool rigidity and cutting forces, making the MTV unsuitable for heavy steel roughing or large face milling
- 7.5 kW spindle power restricts material removal rates in harder materials
- Small work envelope (22 x 16 x 12 in) limits part size to small-to-medium components only
- 300 kg table load constrains fixture weight and limits use of heavy vises or tombstone setups
- 16-tool magazine may be insufficient for complex parts requiring more tool variety
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New MTV machines range from $65,000 to $95,000 depending on configuration. This places it competitively against the Brother Speedio, Fanuc RoboDrill, and Haas Mini Mill in the compact high-speed VMC segment.
02
Both target high-speed small-part production. The RoboDrill typically offers faster tool changes and slightly lower pricing. The MTV counters with the MAZATROL conversational control, which is preferred by shops already in the Mazak ecosystem. Both excel at high-volume aluminum work.
03
The MTV handles mild steel and alloy steels for light cutting operations like drilling, tapping, and light contouring. The BT 30 taper and 7.5 kW spindle limit its capability in heavy steel roughing. For steel-heavy work, a BT 40 or BT 50 VMC is a better choice.
04
The MTV excels at high-volume production of small aluminum, brass, and light steel components. Its speed advantages (16K RPM spindle, 48 m/min rapids, sub-2-sec tool changes) compound on high-volume runs where seconds per part drive annual throughput and profitability.
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