Summary

The Mazak VARIAXIS j-500 is a 5-axis vertical machining center designed for high-accuracy multi-surface and 3-dimensional curved surface machining. Its rigid trunnion table enables simultaneous 5-axis control and heavy-duty operations, with a focus on accessibility and efficiency for complex part production. Roller gear cams eliminate backlash, supporting precision machining across diverse part geometries.

Key Capabilities

• Simultaneous 5-axis and indexed 4+1-axis machining for complex geometries
• Rigid trunnion table supported on both sides for heavy-duty machining
• Roller gear cam drive on tilting rotary table for high positional accuracy and durability
• High-speed linear roller guides on X, Y, and Z axes for efficient movement
• Automatic calibration and compensation for rotary axis misalignment
• Front table and magazine accessibility for operator convenience
• Supports both standard and high-speed spindle configurations

Key Specifications

| Parameter | Value | Unit |

| Table size | Ø19.69 x 15.75 | in |

| Max. workpiece size | Ø19.69 x 13.78 | in |

| Max. table load (evenly distributed) | 441 | lbs |

| Spindle speed (max) | 12000 | rpm |

| X-axis travel | 14 | in |

| Y-axis travel | 22 | in |

| Z-axis travel | 20 | in |

| A-axis travel | -120 to +30 | ° |

| Tool storage capacity | 18 | |

| Max. tool length | 12 | in |

| Max. tool diameter | 4 (5 without adjacent tool) | in |

| Max. tool weight | 18 | lbs |

| Rapid traverse (XYZ) | 1181 | IPM |

| Machine weight | 15432 | lbs |