The Mazak Mega Turn 500M is a vertical heavy-duty CNC lathe designed for precision, power, and reliability. As a versatile Mazak machining center, it combines rigid construction, Smooth CNC control, and advanced tooling flexibility to deliver consistent high-precision CNC turning across demanding manufacturing environments.
500M Features:
| Model | Mega Turn 500M, Mega Turn 500MS |
|---|---|
| Chuck Size | |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 19.69" |
| Max. machining height | 18.19 |
| Max Machining Length | 21.65" |
The Mega Turn 500M is a heavy-duty CNC lathe built for durability, torque, and accuracy in demanding manufacturing environments. As a versatile Mazak machining center, it combines rigid construction with intelligent controls to deliver reliable performance across aerospace, energy, and contract manufacturing applications.
Engineered for high-precision CNC turning, the Mega Turn 500M uses a high-torque spindle to provide strong cutting force and speed. In addition, it handles both roughing and fine finishing in a single setup while maintaining excellent surface quality. It also has intelligent thermal compensation to ensure dimensional stability during long runs to support accurate results in every cycle.
As a tooling CNC lathe, the Mega Turn 500M offers a robust tool turret designed for diverse cutting tools and complex setups. This flexibility reduces setup time, enables quick tool changes, and increases throughput. In addition, with its reliable chip control and load-handling capability, it supports efficient, repeatable machining while extending tool life.
The Mega Turn 500M Smooth CNC Control simplifies programming, accelerates cycle times, and improves process monitoring. In addition, the intuitive interface supports advanced simulation and multi-part setups, helping manufacturers optimize workflow while maintaining precision in fast-paced production environments.
| Model | Mega Turn 500M, Mega Turn 500MS |
|---|---|
| Chuck Size | |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 19.69" |
| Max. machining height | 18.19 |
| Max Machining Length | 21.65" |
| Capacity | Max. machining diameter | Φ20 “ |
|---|---|---|
| Max. loading weight | 1102 lbs | |
| Spindle | Max. spindle speed | 3000 rpm |
| Max. torque (15%ED) | 596 ft-lbs | |
| Spindle motor (40%ED) | 26 kW (35 HP) | |
| Spindle motor (cont. rating) | 22 kW (30 HP) | |
| Turret | Tool storage capacity | 12 |
| Tool shank height | 1 “ | |
| Boring bar shank diameter | Φ2 “ | |
| Rotary tool spindle | Max. spindle speed | 4000 rpm |
| Max. torque (10%ED) | 70 ft-lbs | |
| Spindle motor (10%ED) | 7.5 kW (10 HP) | |
| Spindle motor (cont. rating) | 5.5 kW (7 HP) | |
| Travel | X-axis | 14 “ |
| Z- axis | 20 “ | |
| Rapid traverse rate | X-axis | 1181 IPM |
| Z- axis | 1181 IPM | |
| Machine size | Width × Length (MAZATROL SmoothEz) | 73 ” × 94 “ |
| Height | 118 “ | |
| Machine weight | 20392 lbs |
* Chuck size options: 12″/15″/18″
The Mazak Mega Turn 500M is a vertical turn-mill center for parts that combine rotational geometry with indexed drilled or milled features. Its smaller work envelope provides an alternative to larger vertical platforms when the component remains within the 500-size capacity. As an authorized Mazak distributor, A.W. Miller supports manufacturers across its territory with application review, machine integration, operator training, and field service. A.W. Miller Technical Sales is an authorized Mazak distributor serving manufacturers throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Southern New Jersey, and Quebec, with applications engineering, installation, training, and factory-certified service.
When sizing an application for the Mega Turn 500M, manufacturers should account for 12 to 18 in chuck options, 19.69 in maximum workpiece diameter, approximately 18.19 in machining height, and rotary-tool capability. The final configuration should be checked against the part, fixture, tooling, spindle demand, and automation plan.
Applications that use the Mazak Mega Turn 500M work zone effectively include:
Machine specifications list maximum workpiece diameter is 19.69 inches, with chuck sizes from 12 to 18 inches.
Bolt holes, tapped patterns, slots, flats, keyways, and other indexed details can justify completing the part with powered tools.
The upward-facing chuck lets gravity assist with initial seating while the jaws locate and secure the casting or forging.
They are separate configurations within the milling-capable series. Spindle, chuck, travel, and option details should be matched to the actual part plan.
Published maximum workpiece diameter is 19.69 inches, with chuck sizes from 12 to 18 inches.
Bolt holes, tapped patterns, slots, flats, keyways, and other indexed details can justify completing the part with powered tools.
The upward-facing chuck lets gravity assist with initial seating while the jaws locate and secure the casting or forging.
They are separate configurations within the milling-capable series. Spindle, chuck, travel, and option details should be matched to the actual part plan.
It can when the secondary features fall within rotary-tool power, tool-reach, interpolation, and tolerance limits.