Mazak QTE-200MY
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
max turning diameter
max machining length
swing over bed
Overview
The Mazak QTE-200MY is an economy-class 8-inch chuck turning center with milling and Y-axis capability, built for shops that need off-center machining at a price point well below the full Quick Turn platform. The 'E' in QTE stands for economy, and the MY designation means milling with Y-axis travel for producing features like hexagonal flats, off-center holes, and keyways without a secondary VMC setup.
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 live tools running at 6,000 RPM with 3.7 kW (5 hp), while the Y-axis provides 100 mm (+50/-50 mm) of off-center travel. Max turning diameter is 340 mm (13.4 in) over a 500 mm (19.7 in) swing, with 574 mm (22.6 in) of turning length.
Axis travels are 200 mm (X), 100 mm (Y), and 620 mm (Z) with rapids of 30 m/min on X and Z, and 10 m/min on Y. At approximately 4,200 kg (9,259 lb), the QTE-200MY needs standard foundation prep but nothing excessive for an 8-inch lathe.
The MAZATROL SmoothEz control runs on a 15-inch touchscreen and handles both conversational programming and EIA/ISO G-code. SmoothEz simplifies Y-axis programming through dedicated conversational cycles that eliminate the learning curve of manual trigonometry for off-center features. The QTE-200MY competes with the Haas ST-20Y, Doosan Lynx 2600MY, and DN Solutions Lynx 2600 LMB. New pricing runs $90,000-$140,000, making it one of the most affordable 8-inch Y-axis turning centers from a Tier 1 Japanese manufacturer. 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) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 100 mm (±50 mm) |
| 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 |
| Live Tool Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Live Tool Power | 3.7 kW (5 hp) |
| Tool Stations | 12 |
| Turret Type | Live tooling turret with Y-axis |
| Chuck Size | 8″ |
| Rapid Traverse X | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 10 m/min (394 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
| CNC Control | MAZATROL SmoothEz |
| Machine Weight | 4,200 kg (9,259 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
- Y-axis with 100 mm travel enables off-center milling, hexagon cuts, and eccentric drilling without a secondary VMC setup
- 18.5 kW (25 hp) main spindle handles serious stock removal in steel and stainless at production feed rates
- MAZATROL SmoothEz conversational control simplifies Y-axis programming with built-in off-center machining cycles
- 65 mm bar capacity covers the most common 2.5-inch production bar stock sizes
- 6,000 RPM live tooling with 3.7 kW provides usable milling power for cross-drilling, tapping, and flat milling
- Economy pricing puts genuine Mazak Y-axis turning 20-30% below the equivalent Quick Turn 200MY
Limitations
- SmoothEz control lacks some advanced features found on SmoothG, including certain networking and simulation capabilities
- Economy build uses cost-reduced components in some areas versus the Quick Turn series, potentially affecting long-term rigidity
- 574 mm turning length limits shaft work compared to long-bed Quick Turn variants
- Less established resale market than the Quick Turn line means used values are harder to predict
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New QTE-200MY machines run $90,000-$140,000 depending on options like high-pressure coolant, chip conveyor, parts catcher, and bar feeder interface. The MY variant costs roughly $15,000-$25,000 more than the base QTE-200M due to the Y-axis hardware.
02
The QTE-200M has milling with C-axis but all milling is on or near centerline. The QTE-200MY adds 100 mm of Y-axis travel for off-center features like hex flats, eccentric holes, and keyways. If your parts only need centerline drilling and tapping, save the money and go with the M.
03
The Haas ST-20Y is typically $10,000-$20,000 less expensive. The QTE-200MY offers a built-in motor spindle, MAZATROL conversational programming, and generally tighter factory tolerances. The Haas has a larger user community in North America and cheaper replacement parts.
04
For parts that need turning plus basic milling operations like cross-holes, flats, hexagons, and tapping, yes. The Y-axis makes it far more capable than centerline-only machines. But heavy 3D profiling, large pocket milling, and high-speed aluminum work still need a dedicated VMC.
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