Willemin-Macodel 5-Axis Machining Centers

Willemin-Macodel 701S

Est. $300,000 - $450,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in Willemin-Macodel's current lineup when we checked on 2026-10-03 . It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Willemin-Macodel 701S 5-Axis Machining Centers

Key Specifications

X Travel

200 mm (7.87 in)

Y Travel

150 mm (5.91 in)

Z Travel

250 mm (9.84 in)

Spindle Power

11 kW

Max Workpiece ⌀

120 mm (4.72 in)

Accuracy

2 um (0.00008 in)

How much does the Willemin-Macodel 701S cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$300,000 - $450,000

Our best estimate for a 5-axis machining center in this class — not a quote from Willemin-Macodel. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Willemin-Macodel 701S is listed as a very small, very fast machining center, with an acceleration figure above 5 g and positioning accuracy of 2 µm (0.00008 in). Willemin-Macodel's current pages do not show this model, and the listed figures have not been checked against the maker. They also disagree with each other on several rows, so read them as a starting point when assessing a used machine and confirm everything against its own documentation.

Two sets of rows sit side by side. One gives travels of 200 mm (7.87 in) in X, 150 mm (5.91 in) in Y and 250 mm (9.84 in) in Z, a 36,000 rpm spindle of 11 kW with an HSK-E32 interface, a 30-tool magazine and a Fanuc 31i-B5 control. The other gives X, Y and Z of 2.050 in, 1.260 in and 1.260 in, a top speed of 80,000 rpm, 5.40 hp, a taper described as Special Holderless, 36 tools and a PC Based control. Those are not two descriptions of one build: a spindle that takes HSK-E32 holders and a holderless spindle at 80,000 rpm need different tooling, and the two travel sets differ by a wide margin.

The rows that stand alone are more useful. Repeatability is listed below 1 µm (0.00004 in), maximum workpiece diameter is 120 mm (4.72 in), and the machine weighs 4,500 kg (9,921 lb) on a 1,500 x 1,700 mm (59.1 x 66.9 in) footprint. An A axis of ±110 degrees and a C axis with 360 degrees of continuous rotation are listed, although both axis-count rows say 3. Pallet handling appears as up to 10 pallets optional in one row and as standard with 12 pallets in another.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	200 mm (7.87 in)
Y-Axis Travel	150 mm (5.91 in)
Z-Axis Travel	250 mm (9.84 in)
Spindle Speed	36,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	11 kW
Spindle Interface	HSK-E32
A Axis Range	+/-110 degrees
C Axis Range	360 degrees continuous
Acceleration	> 5 g
Positioning Accuracy	2 um (0.00008 in)
Repeatability	< 1 um (0.00004 in)
Max Workpiece Diameter	120 mm (4.72 in)
Tool Magazine Capacity	30 tools
Pallet Changer	Up to 10 pallets optional
CNC Control	Fanuc 31i-B5
Machine Weight	4,500 kg (9,921 lb)
Machine Footprint	1,500 x 1,700 mm (59.1 x 66.9 in)
Machine Type	Machining Center
Num of Axes	3
Operation Type	CNC
CNC Brand	PC Based
Table Size L X W	2.000(L) x 2.000(W)
Max Workpiece Weight	5
Direction	Vertical
Taper	Special Holderless
Top RPM	80,000
Hp	5.40
U Axis	None
Tool Carrier	ATC
Num Tools	36
Tool Change Time	0.90
Tool Change Chip Time	1.20
Pallet Changer Available	Standard
Num Pallets	12
Num Axes	3
X1	2.050"
Y1	1.260"
Z1	1.260"

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Positioning accuracy is listed at 2 µm (0.00008 in) and repeatability at less than 1 µm (0.00004 in)
Acceleration above 5 g in the listed figures, which favours short, fast moves on small parts
Small installation: a 1,500 x 1,700 mm (59.1 x 66.9 in) footprint and 4,500 kg (9,921 lb)
Automatic tool changer with 30 or 36 tools depending on the row, and pallet handling listed with 10 or 12 pallets

Limitations

Spindle rows conflict: 36,000 rpm, 11 kW and HSK-E32 in one set, 80,000 rpm, 5.40 hp and Special Holderless in the other
Travels are given twice, as 200 x 150 x 250 mm and as 2.050 x 1.260 x 1.260 in, so the working envelope has to be measured on the machine
Maximum workpiece weight is listed as 5 and table size as 2.000 x 2.000, both without a unit
The control is given as Fanuc 31i-B5 in one row and as PC Based in another

Best For

Very small precision parts within the 120 mm (4.72 in) workpiece diameter Small-tool work at spindle speeds of 36,000 rpm or more Parts that depend on 2 µm (0.00008 in) positioning accuracy Unattended runs from a pallet system of 10 or 12 pallets

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What spindle speed does the 701S reach?

The listed figures give two answers. One row states 36,000 rpm with 11 kW and an HSK-E32 interface. Another states a top speed of 80,000 rpm with 5.40 hp and a taper described as Special Holderless. The tooling for the two is different, so check the spindle nameplate and the tool interface on the machine before buying holders or cutters.

02 How large a part fits on the 701S?

Maximum workpiece diameter is listed as 120 mm (4.72 in). Travels appear twice: 200 mm (7.87 in), 150 mm (5.91 in) and 250 mm (9.84 in) in X, Y and Z according to one set of rows, and 2.050 in, 1.260 in and 1.260 in according to the other. Workpiece weight is listed as 5 with no unit. Measure the travels on the machine itself.

03 Is the 701S a 5-axis machine?

The listed figures include an A axis with a range of ±110 degrees and a C axis with 360 degrees of continuous rotation, which describes a 5-axis layout. Both axis-count rows, however, say 3. Ask the seller for the axis configuration shown on the control before assuming simultaneous 5-axis work.

04 How many tools and pallets does the 701S hold?

One row lists a 30-tool magazine and another lists 36 tools on an automatic tool changer. Tool change time appears as 0.90 and chip-to-chip time as 1.20, both without a unit. For pallets, one row says up to 10 pallets optional and another says a pallet changer is standard with 12 pallets.