Soraluce TA-M 25

New Soraluce TA-M 25 machines price between $600,000 and $900,000 depending on configuration options. Base machines include the moving column, boring spindle, ATC, and Heidenhain control. Adding DAS vibration damping, automatic head changers, CNC rotary tables, probing systems, and extended tool magazines can push the price toward the higher end. Used TA-M series machines from 2015-2022 trade between $300,000 and $550,000.

DAS (Dynamics Active Stabiliser) is Soraluce's proprietary vibration suppression system that uses electromagnetic actuators to detect and actively counteract regenerative chatter in real-time during cutting. Unlike passive damping, DAS adjusts dynamically to changing cutting conditions, enabling 30-50% heavier cuts with improved surface finish. It is particularly valuable when machining at extended quill or ram positions where structural stiffness is naturally reduced. DAS is available as a factory option on the TA-M series.

Both are floor-type milling-boring machines for large workpieces. The Pama Speedram 2 offers similar travels and spindle power with options for hydrostatic guideways and ram. The Soraluce TA-M 25 differentiates with its DAS vibration damping technology and Basque Country build quality. Pama has a longer-established North American presence, while Soraluce offers competitive pricing and the DAS advantage. The choice often depends on specific travel requirements, spindle options, and regional service support.

The base TA-M 25 is a 4-axis machine (X, Y, Z, W). However, Soraluce offers automatic head changers with indexing or continuous A/B axis milling heads that add 5-axis capability. Combined with an optional CNC rotary table, the machine can perform full 5-axis simultaneous machining. This modular approach lets shops configure the machine for their specific application requirements without paying for capabilities they may not need.

The TA-M 25 requires a reinforced concrete foundation designed to support the 35,000 kg machine weight plus dynamic cutting forces. Soraluce provides detailed foundation drawings including anchor bolt patterns, depth requirements, and vibration isolation specifications. The floor-type design also requires a flat, level floor plate area in front of the machine for workpiece mounting. Foundation preparation typically adds $30,000-$80,000 to the project cost depending on site conditions.

As a floor-type boring mill, the TA-M 25 can handle workpieces limited primarily by the available floor space and crane capacity rather than machine specifications. The 2,500 mm X-travel and 2,000 mm Y-travel define the machining envelope per setup. For larger workpieces, the part can be repositioned on the floor plate. With optional CNC rotary tables, parts up to several meters in diameter can be indexed for multi-face machining. Workpiece weight is essentially unlimited when floor-mounted.