Willemin-Macodel Mill-Turn / Multi-Tasking Machines

Willemin-Macodel 408MTS

Q: How much does the Willemin-Macodel 408MTS cost?

The price estimate for the Willemin-Macodel 408MTS is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/willemin-macodel-408mts#price; the request is passed to Willemin-Macodel or an authorised dealer.

Q: How is the 408MTS different from the 408MT?

Both take Ø36 mm bar and turn at 6,000 min-1 on the A axis. The 408MTS adds a simultaneous backworking unit with its own linear axes, an HSK-E25 S3 spindle at 45,000 min-1 and an 8-tool magazine, so two parts are machined at once. The 408MT table lists a single spindle.

Q: What are the travels of the 408MTS?

The main linear axes travel 250 mm in X, 200 mm in Y and 310 mm in Z at up to 40 m/min. The second set of linear axes has strokes of 50 mm, 120 mm and 130 mm and feeds at 20 m/min.

Q: How many tools does the 408MTS carry?

48 on the S1 magazine, or 72 as the bracketed size, and 8 on the S3 magazine. The maker's headline states a maximum capacity of 80 on-board tools. Turning and milling tools share the S1 magazine, and tool management is integrated on both.

Q: Should I choose the 408MTS or the 408BMS?

It depends on whether the parts need turning. The 408MTS has the 6,000 min-1 turning mode and Ø36 mm bar capacity. The 408BMS is for milling only, lists the A axis at 200 min-1, and takes Ø40 mm bar. Their backworking units carry the same figures.

Specs verified 2026-10-05 · willemin-macodel.com Updated 2026-10-05

Willemin-Macodel 408MTS machining center

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Key Specifications

X Travel

250 mm (9.8 in)

Y Travel

200 mm (7.9 in)

Z Travel

310 mm (12.2 in)

Max Spindle

30,000 min-1 (42,000 min-1)

Spindle Taper

HSK-E40 (HSK-A40/CAPTO C4)

Tool Capacity

48 (72)

How much does the Willemin-Macodel 408MTS cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Willemin-Macodel 408MTS that we can stand behind, so we show no number. Configuration, options and installation move the final price a long way: a quote is the reliable figure.

Overview

The Willemin-Macodel 408MTS is the 408MT with simultaneous backworking: 8 to 9 axes, milling and turning from Ø36 mm bar, and a second spindle that finishes the cut-off side while the main spindle has already started on the next part.

Bar work begins on the A axis. It holds stock in an A4 cone, turns it at 6,000 min-1 in turning mode and positions it at 200 min-1 for milling. Above it the HSK-E40 spindle on its B axis, -15° to +100° at up to 250 min-1, brings milling cutters or fixed turning tools to the bar. Main travels are 250 mm in X, 200 mm in Y and 310 mm in Z.

Once the part is picked off, the rework unit takes over. It indexes to 0°, 90° or 180° and is served by its own linear axes, listed at 50 mm, 120 mm and 130 mm of stroke and 20 m/min. Its S3 spindle is an HSK-E25 unit at 45,000 min-1 with 8 tools. The short strokes and the small magazine mean the back operation should be the lighter half of the job: deburring, a few pockets, cross holes, engraving.

Willemin-Macodel claims productivity gains of up to 40% for the simultaneous unit and 80 on-board tools in total, 48 on S1 (72 in the bracketed size) plus those on S3. Options include a bar feeder and tool measurement and part inspection on both S1 and S3. The control is a FANUC 31i-B5 PLUS iHMI Pro.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	250 mm (9.8 in)
Y-Axis Travel	200 mm (7.9 in)
Z-Axis Travel	310 mm (12.2 in)
Linear Axes Max Feed Speed	40 m/min
Linear Axes Resolution	0.0125 µm
Secondary Linear Axes Stroke X Y Z	50 – 120 – 130 mm
Secondary Linear Axes Max Feed Speed	20 m/min
Bar Capacity	Ø36 mm (1.4 in)
A Axis Interface	A4 cone
A Axis Speed Milling Mode	200 min-1
A Axis Speed Turning Mode	6,000 min-1
B Axis Drive	Torque motor
B Axis Angular Movement	-15° to +100°
B Axis Max Feed Speed	250 min-1
B Axis Resolution	0.0001°
Rework Unit Positions	3 positions: 0° – 90° – 180°.
Spindle Taper	HSK-E40 (HSK-A40/CAPTO C4)
Max Spindle Speed	30,000 min-1 (42,000 min-1)
Spindle Lubrication	Air-oil (Grease)
Spindle Resolution	±0.02°
Dts Dynamic Thermal Stabilization	Integrated
S3 Spindle Taper	HSK-E25
S3 Spindle Speed Max	45,000 min-1
S3 Spindle Dts	Integrated
Tool Capacity	48 (72)
Tool to Tool Changeover	0.8 sec
Chip to Chip Change	< 3 sec
Tool Management	Integrated
Tool Breakage Detection	Masked time
S3 Tool Capacity	8
S3 Tool Management	Integrated
CNC Control	FANUC 31i-B5 PLUS iHMI Pro
Dimensions W X D X H	1,685 x 1,795 x 2,305 mm (66.3 x 70.7 x 90.7 in)
Floor Area	3 m²

Specifications sourced from willemin-macodel.com — verified 2026-10-05

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Turning at 6,000 min-1 and 5-axis milling from the same Ø36 mm bar
Simultaneous backworking with an HSK-E25 S3 spindle at 45,000 min-1
Maker-quoted productivity gains of up to 40% over sequential rework
Rework unit indexes to 0°, 90° and 180°
Main spindle changes tools in 0.8 sec, under 3 sec chip to chip

Limitations

Bar capacity is Ø36 mm, below the Ø40 mm of the 408BMS
Only 8 tools serve the S3 spindle
Secondary axes feed at 20 m/min, half the 40 m/min of the main axes
No spindle power or A-axis torque is published

Best For

Turned and milled bar parts needing work on all six sides Series parts from Ø36 mm bar with a light back operation Jobs where the back operation is short enough to hide inside the main cycle

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How is the 408MTS different from the 408MT?

Both take Ø36 mm bar and turn at 6,000 min-1 on the A axis. The 408MTS adds a simultaneous backworking unit with its own linear axes, an HSK-E25 S3 spindle at 45,000 min-1 and an 8-tool magazine, so two parts are machined at once. The 408MT table lists a single spindle.

02 What are the travels of the 408MTS?

The main linear axes travel 250 mm in X, 200 mm in Y and 310 mm in Z at up to 40 m/min. The second set of linear axes has strokes of 50 mm, 120 mm and 130 mm and feeds at 20 m/min.

03 How many tools does the 408MTS carry?

48 on the S1 magazine, or 72 as the bracketed size, and 8 on the S3 magazine. The maker's headline states a maximum capacity of 80 on-board tools. Turning and milling tools share the S1 magazine, and tool management is integrated on both.

04 Should I choose the 408MTS or the 408BMS?

It depends on whether the parts need turning. The 408MTS has the 6,000 min-1 turning mode and Ø36 mm bar capacity. The 408BMS is for milling only, lists the A axis at 200 min-1, and takes Ø40 mm bar. Their backworking units carry the same figures.