Mazak QTE-200 SG
Key Specifications
X Travel
Z Travel
max turning diameter
max machining length
swing over bed
bar capacity
Overview
The Mazak QTE-200 SG is the latest-generation base model of Mazak's economy 8-inch turning center series. The SG designation indicates the newest servo and thermal management improvements, delivering better surface finish quality, faster acceleration, and improved dimensional stability compared to earlier QTE-200 versions. This is a 2-axis turning-only machine with no milling, Y-axis, or sub-spindle.
The main spindle delivers 18.5 kW (25 hp) at up to 5,000 RPM through an A2-6 spindle nose with 65 mm (2.56 in) bar capacity. The 12-station turret accepts standard bolt-on tooling for turning, boring, and threading operations. Max turning diameter is 350 mm (13.8 in) over a 500 mm (19.7 in) swing, with 520 mm (20.5 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 3,800 kg (8,378 lb), the QTE-200 SG keeps the footprint compact. The SG generation's improved servo response delivers faster turret indexing and smoother surface finishes during contouring cuts.
Running MAZATROL SmoothEz on a 15-inch touchscreen, the control handles conversational programming and G-code. The QTE-200 SG is positioned as a workhorse 2-axis lathe for shops that need reliable production turning without the cost of milling capability. It competes with the Haas ST-20, Doosan Lynx 2600, and DN Solutions Puma 2600. New pricing starts around $65,000-$95,000. Shops needing milling should look at the QTE-200M SG instead. Specs sourced from Mazak Corporation published data.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 350 mm (13.8 in) |
| Max Machining Length | 22.6" |
| Swing Over Bed | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Bar Capacity | 65 mm (2.56 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 540 mm (21.26 in) |
| Main Spindle Speed | 5,000 RPM |
| Main Spindle Power | 18.5 kW (25 hp) |
| Main Spindle Nose | A2-6 |
| Tool Stations | 12 |
| Turret Type | Standard bolt-on turret |
| Chuck Size | 8″ |
| Rapid Traverse X | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
| CNC Control | MAZATROL SmoothEz |
| Machine Weight | 3,800 kg (8,378 lb) |
| Supported Models | Turret type |
| 100m 100my 100ms 100msy200m 200my 200ms 200msy | 12 Position Drum Turret |
| Max Machining Diameter | Φ13.4" |
Specifications sourced from mazak.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- SG generation delivers improved servo response, faster acceleration, and better thermal stability over previous QTE-200 versions
- 18.5 kW (25 hp) built-in motor spindle provides vibration-free cutting with strong torque for production turning
- Lowest price entry into Mazak 8-inch turning at $65,000-$95,000 new
- 65 mm bar capacity handles standard 2.5-inch production bar stock for a wide range of parts
- MAZATROL SmoothEz conversational control cuts programming time for turned parts
- Compact footprint and moderate weight simplify installation without heavy foundation work
Limitations
- No milling, Y-axis, or sub-spindle capability — purely a 2-axis turning machine
- 5,000 RPM max spindle speed is lower than some competitors in this class
- SmoothEz control lacks some advanced features found on SmoothG
- 520 mm turning length limits shaft work; longer parts need a long-bed variant or Quick Turn
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Base QTE-200 SG starts around $65,000-$75,000. Adding chip conveyor, tailstock, high-pressure coolant, and bar feeder interface pushes the price toward $95,000. This is the most affordable 8-inch Mazak turning center available.
02
SG indicates the latest generation with improved servo motors, thermal management systems, and updated control software. The SG generation delivers better surface finishes, faster axis acceleration, and improved dimensional stability compared to earlier versions.
03
If your parts need any milling operations like cross-holes, flats, tapping, or keyways, get the M variant. If all you need is OD/ID turning, threading, grooving, and facing, the base QTE-200 SG saves $15,000-$25,000 and eliminates unnecessary complexity.
04
Both are solid 8-inch 2-axis lathes in the same price range. The Mazak offers a built-in motor spindle for smoother cuts and less maintenance, plus MAZATROL conversational programming. The Haas is typically $5,000-$10,000 less with a larger North American parts and service network.
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