Tsugami B0208W
Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Tool Capacity
Rapid Traverse
Spindle Power
max machining diameter
sub spindle speed
How much does the Tsugami B0208W cost?
Estimated price range
Our best estimate for a swiss-type lathe in this class — not a quote from Tsugami. Configuration moves it a long way.
Overview
The Tsugami B0208W takes 20 mm (0.79 in) bar on the multi-axis frame Tsugami also uses for the 12 mm B0128W. It has 25 tools as standard and rapid rates for eight axes, X3 and Y3 among them, and shares that model's 1,740 × 1,215 × 1,700 mm (68.5 × 47.8 × 66.9 in) footprint and 2,150 kg (4,740 lb) weight.
The two spindles are not matched. The main spindle runs to 10,000 rpm, rated 8,000 rpm, on a 2.2/3.7 kW motor. The back spindle reaches 12,000 rpm, also rated 8,000 rpm, but its motor is rated 1.5/2.2 kW. Heavier turning therefore belongs on the main side, and the back spindle suits finishing, small drills and light features on the cut-off end.
Z1, X2 and Z2 rapid at 32 m/min, Y1 and Y3 at 24 m/min, Y2 at 15 m/min, and X1 and X3 at 12 m/min. Against the B0203-VR, another 20 mm machine, the B0208W adds the back-end and third-group axes and nearly doubles the standard tool count from 13 to 25, but its main spindle motor is smaller than the 3.7/5.5 kW of the B0203-VR.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Machining Diameter | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 10,000 rpm (rated 8,000 rpm) |
| Sub Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm (rated 8,000 rpm) |
| Tool Capacity | 25 (standard) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 32 m/min (Z1, X2, Z2), 24 m/min (Y1, Y3), 15 m/min (Y2), 12 m/min (X1, X3) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 2.2/3.7 kW |
| Sub Spindle Power | 1.5/2.2 kW |
| Floor Space Required | 1,740 × 1,215 × 1,700 mm (68.5 × 47.8 × 66.9 in) |
| Machine Weight | 2,150 kg (4,740 lb) |
Specifications sourced from tsugami.co.jp — verified 2026-10-03
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 20 mm (0.79 in) bar capacity with 25 standard tools
- Eight listed axes, including X3 and Y3 for a third tool group
- Back spindle reaches 12,000 rpm, above the 10,000 rpm main spindle maximum
- 2.2/3.7 kW main spindle motor for the larger bar
Limitations
- Main spindle motor of 2.2/3.7 kW is below the 3.7/5.5 kW of the B0203-VR
- Back spindle motor is only 1.5/2.2 kW, which limits heavy back-end cuts
- X1 and X3 rapid at 12 m/min
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The B0208W takes 20 mm (0.79 in) bar and has a 2.2/3.7 kW main spindle running to 10,000 rpm, rated 8,000 rpm. The B0128W takes 12 mm (0.47 in) bar and its main spindle runs to 12,000 rpm on a 1.5/2.2 kW motor. Both have 25 tools, the same eight-axis rapid table, the same footprint and a weight of 2,150 kg (4,740 lb).
02
The table lists 12,000 rpm for the back spindle and 10,000 rpm for the main spindle, both rated 8,000 rpm. The main side handles the full bar and gets the bigger 2.2/3.7 kW motor, against 1.5/2.2 kW on the back spindle. The higher top speed at the back helps small drills and finishing on the cut-off end.
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