Tsugami M10D
Key Specifications
type
chuck size
max machining diameter chuck
max machining diameter bar
max machining length
spindle bearing id
Overview
The Tsugami M10D is the turn-mill variant of Tsugami's M10 platform, adding live tooling to the 12-station turret for multi-tasking capability. If you've been running parts on an M10J and shipping them to a second machine for cross-holes, flats, or keyways, the M10D lets you do it all in one setup.
Built on the same 10-inch chuck platform as the M10J, the M10D handles parts up to 400 mm diameter and 500 mm length with an 18.5 kW spindle motor. The 4,000 RPM main spindle provides the turning performance you'd expect from the M10 platform, while the live tools on the turret handle drilling, tapping, milling, and other cross-working operations without unclamping the part.
The live tooling motor is designed for production-level milling, not just light spot-facing. Tsugami specs the M10D with a high-power live tool motor that can handle real milling operations, not just pilot holes and thread-mill taps. This makes it a genuine multi-tasking machine for parts that need both turning and milling features.
Rapid traverse at 30/33 m/min on X/Z keeps positioning fast between operations. The box slideways on the X-axis carry over from the M10J, providing the vibration damping that's critical when you're switching between turning and milling on the same part. The 130 mm spindle bearing ID and 90 mm bore handle bar stock up to 80 mm for bar-fed production. For shops looking to consolidate two-operation parts into a single machine, the M10D offers Tsugami's precision pedigree with genuine milling muscle.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | CNC turret lathe with live tooling (turn-mill) |
| Chuck Size | 10 inch |
| Max Machining Diameter Chuck | 400 mm (15.75 in) |
| Max Machining Diameter Bar | 80 mm (3.15 in) |
| Max Machining Length | 500 mm (19.69 in) |
| Spindle Bearing Id | 130 mm |
| Spindle Bore | 90 mm (3.54 in) |
| Main Spindle Speed | 4,000 RPM |
| Main Spindle Motor | 18.5 kW (25 HP) |
| Turret | 12-station turret with live tooling |
| Rapid Traverse X | 30 m/min (1,181 IPM) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 33 m/min (1,299 IPM) |
| X Axis Guideways | Box slideways |
| Features | High-power live tool motor, turn-mill multi-tasking |
Specifications sourced from tsugami.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Live tooling on all 12 turret stations enables complete turn-mill production in a single setup
- High-power live tool motor handles real milling operations, not just light cross-drilling
- 18.5 kW spindle motor provides strong torque for aggressive turning cuts at full diameter
- Box slideways on X-axis deliver vibration damping critical for clean transitions between turning and milling
- Same platform as M10J means shared spare parts, training, and maintenance procedures
- Eliminates secondary operations on parts with both turning and milling features, reducing WIP and lead time
Limitations
- No Y-axis limits off-center milling to interpolated positions, restricting some milling geometries
- 4,000 RPM max turning speed is moderate for smaller-diameter work
- Live tool speed may limit productivity on heavy milling features compared to dedicated machining centers
- Higher price than the turning-only M10J for shops that only occasionally need milling capability
- 500 mm machining length may be limiting for long turned-milled parts
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The M10D adds live tooling to the 12-station turret and has a slightly higher spindle motor rating (18.5 kW vs. 15/18.5 kW). Everything else is shared: same chuck size, same capacity, same guideways, same footprint. The M10D costs more but eliminates secondary operations on parts that need milling features.
02
Tsugami specifically designed the M10D with a high-power live tool motor for production-level milling, not just pilot holes. It can handle cross-drilling, tapping, flat milling, keyway cutting, and thread milling. That said, for heavy milling volumes, a dedicated machining center will still be more productive.
03
No, the standard M10D doesn't include a Y-axis. Off-center milling features are achieved through C-axis interpolation with the live tools. For parts requiring true Y-axis capability, look at Tsugami's M-series models with the 'Y' designation (like the M08DY-II) or consider a full mill-turn center.
04
New M10D machines typically price between $130,000 and $220,000 depending on live tooling configuration, control options, and accessories. The premium over the turning-only M10J reflects the live tooling infrastructure. Used M10D units are less common than M10J units on the secondary market.
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