Mazak QTE-200MS
Key Specifications
X Travel
Z Travel
max turning diameter
max machining length
swing over bed
bar capacity
Overview
The Mazak QTE-200MS is an economy-class 8-inch chuck turning center with milling and a second spindle, designed for shops that need backworking capability at an aggressive price point. The MS designation means milling plus sub-spindle, allowing complete front-and-back machining in a single setup without operator intervention between operations.
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 sub-spindle provides 11 kW (15 hp) at 6,000 RPM for backworking operations. The 12-station turret accepts live tools running at 6,000 RPM with 3.7 kW (5 hp) and full C-axis indexing at 0.0001-degree resolution. Max turning diameter is 340 mm (13.4 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 620 mm (Z) with rapids of 30 m/min on both axes. The sub-spindle travels along the Z2 axis for part transfer. At approximately 4,800 kg (10,582 lb), the QTE-200MS is slightly heavier than the base QTE-200M due to the sub-spindle assembly.
Running MAZATROL SmoothEz on a 15-inch touchscreen, the control handles synchronized spindle handoff programming through dedicated conversational cycles. The QTE-200MS competes directly with the Haas DS-30SS, Doosan Lynx 2600MSB, and DN Solutions Puma DNT 2100 MB. New pricing runs $110,000-$160,000. For shops that need both Y-axis and sub-spindle, look at the QTE-200MSY instead. Specs sourced from Mazak Corporation published data.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 340 mm (13.4 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 | 620 mm (24.41 in) |
| Main Spindle Speed | 5,000 RPM |
| Main Spindle Power | 18.5 kW (25 hp) |
| Main Spindle Nose | A2-6 |
| Sub Spindle Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Sub Spindle Power | 11 kW (15 hp) |
| Live Tool Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Live Tool Power | 3.7 kW (5 hp) |
| Tool Stations | 12 |
| Turret Type | Live tooling turret |
| Chuck Size | 8″ |
| 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 | 4,800 kg (10,582 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
- Sub-spindle enables complete front-and-back machining in a single setup, eliminating manual part flipping and secondary operations
- 18.5 kW main spindle and 11 kW sub-spindle deliver production-capable power on both ends of the part
- 6,000 RPM live tooling with C-axis handles cross-drilling, tapping, and milling on both spindle faces
- MAZATROL SmoothEz simplifies sub-spindle handoff programming with built-in conversational cycles
- Economy pricing puts Mazak sub-spindle turning 20-30% below the equivalent Quick Turn 200MS
- 65 mm bar capacity supports bar-fed production with automatic part handoff for lights-out operation
Limitations
- No Y-axis on this variant means all milling must be on or near centerline; off-center features require the MSY model
- SmoothEz control lacks some advanced SmoothG features including certain simulation and networking capabilities
- 520 mm turning length is reduced versus the base QTE-200 due to sub-spindle Z2 travel requirements
- Economy build uses cost-reduced components compared to the Quick Turn series in some areas
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New QTE-200MS machines run $110,000-$160,000 depending on options. The sub-spindle adds roughly $25,000-$35,000 over the base QTE-200M. Used units are still uncommon as the QTE-200MS is a newer model in Mazak's lineup.
02
The QTE-200MS has milling, C-axis, and sub-spindle but no Y-axis. The QTE-200MSY adds Y-axis travel for off-center milling features. If your parts only need centerline operations on both ends, the MS saves money. If you need hex flats or eccentric holes, go MSY.
03
Yes, with a bar feeder and parts catcher. The sub-spindle automatically picks up the part after main spindle operations, completes backworking, and drops it into the catcher. LNS, Iemca, and FMB bar feeders are compatible with the 65 mm bar capacity.
04
The Quick Turn 200MS offers more power, faster rapids, SmoothG control with advanced features, and better long-term rigidity. The QTE-200MS costs 20-30% less and uses the simpler SmoothEz control. For most production turning work, the QTE delivers comparable results.
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