Summary

The Mazak VARIAXIS j-500/5X is a simultaneous 5-axis vertical machining center designed for multi-surface, high-accuracy machining applications. Its rigid trunnion table with dual supports, high-speed spindle options, and advanced CNC capabilities enable complex 3D curved surface machining. Key differentiators include 0.0001° rotary axis indexing, high-rigidity tilting rotary table, and integrated compensation for rotary axis inaccuracies.

Key Capabilities

• Simultaneous 5-axis control for machining complex 3D geometries
• Trunnion table supported on both sides for heavy-duty and high-precision operations
• 0.0001° indexing increment on rotary axis
• High-speed linear roller guides on X, Y, and Z axes for accurate positioning
• Roller gear cam tilt and rotary tables to eliminate backlash
• Automatic measurement and compensation for rotary axis misalignment and inclination
• CNC options: MAZATROL SmoothAi
• Tool changer supporting up to 18 tools

Key Specifications

| Parameter | Value | Unit |

| Table size | Ø19.69 × 15.75 | in |

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

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

| Max. spindle speed | 12000 | rpm |

| Max. spindle torque (40% ED) | 48 | ft-lbs |

| Spindle motor power (40% ED) | 11 (15) | kW (HP) |

| Tool storage capacity | 18 | |

| Max. tool diameter | Ø4 (Ø5 without adjacent tool) | in |

| Max. tool length | 12 | in |

| Rapid traverse rate (XYZ) | 1181 | IPM |

| X-axis travel | 14 | in |

| Y-axis travel | 22 | in |

| Z-axis travel | 20 | in |

| A-axis travel | -120 to +30 | ° |

| Machine weight | 15432 | lbs |