Mazak QT-Ez 8M

$80,000 - $120,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

200 mm (7.87 in)

Z Travel

540 mm (21.26 in)

max turning diameter

343 mm (13.5 in)

max machining length

21.22″

swing over bed

580 mm (22.83 in)

bar capacity

52 mm (2.05 in)

Overview

The Mazak QT-Ez 8M adds live tooling and C-axis capability to the value-oriented QT-Ez 8-inch turning center, delivering mill-turn capability at a price that competes directly with the Haas ST-20Y (minus Y-axis) and Doosan Lynx 2600M. The M designation means milling with C-axis indexing for centerline operations like cross-drilling, tapping, flat milling, and keyway cutting.

The main spindle delivers 15 kW (20 hp) at up to 4,500 RPM through an A2-6 spindle nose with 52 mm (2.05 in) bar capacity. The 12-station turret accepts live tools running at 6,000 RPM with 3.7 kW (5 hp) using BMT 55 or bolt-on tooling. C-axis indexing provides 0.0001-degree resolution. Max turning diameter is 343 mm (13.5 in) over a 580 mm (22.83 in) swing, with 524 mm (20.63 in) of turning length.

Axis travels are 200 mm (X) and 540 mm (Z) with rapids of 30 m/min on both axes. At approximately 4,000 kg (8,818 lb), the QT-Ez 8M adds about 500 kg over the base model due to the live tooling hardware. The BMT 55 turret option provides better rigidity than VDI-style tooling for milling operations.

Running MAZATROL SmoothEz on a 15-inch touchscreen, the control handles conversational programming for both turning and milling cycles. The QT-Ez 8M is Mazak's most affordable 8-inch turning center with milling capability. New pricing runs $80,000-$120,000. For off-center milling, step up to the QT-Ez 8MY. Specs sourced from Mazak Corporation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	343 mm (13.5 in)
Max Machining Length	21.22″
Swing Over Bed	580 mm (22.83 in)
Bar Capacity	52 mm (2.05 in)
X-Axis Travel	200 mm (7.87 in)
Z-Axis Travel	540 mm (21.26 in)
Main Spindle Speed	4,500 RPM
Main Spindle Power	15 kW (20 hp)
Main Spindle Nose	A2-6
Live Tool Speed	6,000 RPM
Live Tool Power	3.7 kW (5 hp)
Tool Stations	12
Turret Type	BMT 55 or bolt-on live tooling turret
Chuck Size	12"
C Axis Resolution	0.0001 degrees
Rapid Traverse X	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
CNC Control	MAZATROL SmoothEz
Machine Weight	4,000 kg (8,818 lb)
Max Machining Diameter	Φ13.5″

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

BMT 55 turret option provides excellent milling rigidity at this price point, outperforming VDI-style alternatives
Built-in motor spindle eliminates belt vibration for smoother surface finishes on turned features
6,000 RPM live tooling handles cross-drilling, tapping, flat milling, and keyway cutting on centerline
MAZATROL SmoothEz conversational programming reduces setup time for both turning and milling cycles
Competitive pricing puts Mazak milling capability in the same range as Haas ST-20 with live tooling
0.0001-degree C-axis indexing resolution matches the resolution found on premium Quick Turn models

Limitations

52 mm bar capacity is smaller than the 65 mm offered on the QTE-200M series and some competitors
No Y-axis means all milling is restricted to centerline; off-center features need the QT-Ez 8MY
15 kW spindle power is adequate but not as strong as the 18.5 kW found on QTE-200 and Quick Turn models
3.7 kW live tool power limits milling to lighter operations

Best For

Job shops entering mill-turn machining at an affordable Mazak price point Production shops running turned parts with centerline cross-holes, tapping, and flat milling Shops wanting to consolidate lathe and mill operations on parts with simple milling features Contract manufacturers standardized on MAZATROL who need affordable secondary milling lathe capacity Training facilities introducing operators to mill-turn programming on MAZATROL SmoothEz

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Mazak QT-Ez 8M cost?

New QT-Ez 8M machines run $80,000-$120,000 depending on options. The M variant costs roughly $15,000-$25,000 more than the base QT-Ez 8 due to the live tooling turret and C-axis hardware.

02 QT-Ez 8M vs QT-Ez 8MY?

The QT-Ez 8M has milling with C-axis but centerline only. The QT-Ez 8MY adds Y-axis travel for off-center features. If your parts only need cross-drilling and tapping on centerline, save money with the 8M. If you need hex flats or eccentric holes, go 8MY.

03 What is BMT 55 tooling?

BMT (Built-in Motor Turret) 55 is a tooling standard that mounts tools directly to the turret face with a 55 mm mounting diameter. It provides better rigidity and accuracy than VDI-style tooling because the tool sits closer to the turret center of rotation with no overhang.

04 QT-Ez 8M vs QTE-200M?

The QTE-200M has a larger 65 mm bar capacity and 18.5 kW spindle versus the QT-Ez 8M's 52 mm and 15 kW. The QT-Ez 8M has a slightly larger max turning diameter at 343 mm vs 340 mm. Both use SmoothEz. Choose based on bar capacity needs.