Nakamura-Tome NT-Flex
Key Specifications
Spindle Power
Max Turn Length
max turning diameter
bar capacity
spindle speed
turrets
Overview
The Nakamura-Tome NT-Flex is a compact two-turret, two-spindle mill-turn machine for high-volume small precision parts up to 150 mm turning diameter and 405 mm length. 32 mm bar std (38 opt), 8,000 RPM spindles with 7.5/5.5 kW. Two turrets with 24 stations each (48 total, up to 96 with quad holders). Y-axis and milling standard on upper turret. Distance 200-655 mm. 5-in chucks. NT-Flex+ adds R-spindle X-axis and NC tailstock.
3,500 x 1,380 mm footprint. Fanuc 31i-B. New machines $250,000-$380,000.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | φ150mm |
| Max Turning Length | 405mm |
| Bar Capacity | 32mm |
| Spindle Speed | 8,000 RPM |
| Spindle Motor Power | 7.5/5.5 kW |
| Turrets | 24 per turret (48 total, 96 with quad) |
| Y Axis | Standard on upper turret |
| Milling | Standard on upper turret |
| Between Spindles | 655/200 mm |
| Chuck Size | 5″ |
| Nt Flex Plus | Optional (R X-axis, NC tailstock) |
| CNC Control | Fanuc 31i-B |
| Floor Space | height:1,965mm/width:3,500mm/depth:1,380mm |
| Distance Between Spindles | max.655mm/min.200mm |
| L R Spindle Speed | 8,000min-1 |
| L R Spindle Drive Motor | 7.5/5.5kW |
Specifications sourced from nakamura-tome.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 8,000 RPM spindle speed faster than most twin-turret
- Ultra-compact 3,500 x 1,380 mm footprint
- Up to 96 tools with quad holders
- Fixed-headstock eliminates guide bushing waste
- Standard Y-axis and milling on upper turret
- NT-Flex+ adds R-spindle X-axis and tailstock
Limitations
- 32 mm std bar limits to small parts
- 150 mm max turning diameter
- Modest spindle motors
- Y-axis/milling only on upper turret in std config
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
$250,000-$380,000 new.
02
Adds R-spindle X-axis and NC tailstock for more complex back-working.
03
Better for 20-38 mm parts where fixed headstock eliminates guide bushing costs.
04
Yes with bar feeder and up to 96-tool capacity.
Videos
![[New Machine] NT-Flex+ | Compact Meets Flexibility](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XwrjwBdHio0/hqdefault.jpg)
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![[New] NT-Flex | Compact Meets Flexibility](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Fb6tNAHQ05s/hqdefault.jpg)
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