Machine Comparison
DMG Mori CTX 350 4A vs DMG Mori CTX 450
DMG Mori vs DMG Mori · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DMG Mori CTX 350 4A and DMG Mori CTX 450 are both from DMG Mori's cnc lathes lineup, making this a common upgrade or lineup decision for shops already invested in the DMG Mori ecosystem. The DMG Mori CTX 450 leads in chuck size (254 mm (10 in), optional 305 mm (12 in) vs 210 mm (8 in), optional 254 mm (10 in)). The DMG Mori CTX 450 shows specification advantages in 10 categories, though the DMG Mori CTX 350 4A may still be the better choice depending on your shop's specific needs and the type of work you run. Both machines are proven performers in production environments and represent solid investments for shops in the market for a cnc lathe.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori CTX 350 4A | DMG Mori CTX 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid Traverse | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) X and Z | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) X and Z |
| Chuck Size | 210 mm (8 in), optional 254 mm (10 in) | 254 mm (10 in), optional 305 mm (12 in) ▲ |
| Bar Capacity | 65 mm (2.56 in) | 65 mm (2.56 in) |
| Max Turning Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 400 mm (15.7 in) ▲ |
| Max Turning Length | 535 mm (21.1 in) | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) ▲ |
| Control | CELOS with FANUC or Siemens (dual-channel) | CELOS with FANUC or Siemens |
| Spindle Nose | A2-6 | A2-8 |
| X Axis Travel | 215 mm (8.5 in) | 260 mm (10.2 in) ▲ |
| Y Axis Travel | +/-40 mm (+/-1.6 in), optional | +/-52.5 mm (+/-2.1 in), optional ▲ |
| Z Axis Travel | 535 mm (21.1 in) | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) ▲ |
| Turret Type | VDI 30 or BMT 45 | VDI 40 or BMT 55, 12-station ▲ |
| Driven Tool Speed | Up to 6,000 RPM (BMT 45) | Up to 10,000 RPM (BMT 55) ▲ |
| Machine Weight | 5,200 kg (11,464 lb) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lb) ▲ |
| Price Range | 80,000 - 50,000 | 60,000 - 30,000 ▲ |
Advantages
DMG Mori CTX 350 4A
- Backed by DMG Mori's dealer and service network for parts and support
- Production shops running medium-to-high volumes of small turned parts where cycle time reduction directly impacts profitability
DMG Mori CTX 450
- Superior chuck size at 254 mm (10 in), optional 305 mm (12 in) vs 210 mm (8 in), optional 254 mm (10 in)
- Superior max turning diameter at 400 mm (15.7 in) vs 320 mm (12.6 in)
- Superior max turning length at 1,100 mm (43.3 in) vs 535 mm (21.1 in)
- Superior x axis travel at 260 mm (10.2 in) vs 215 mm (8.5 in)
- Superior y axis travel at +/-52.5 mm (+/-2.1 in), optional vs +/-40 mm (+/-1.6 in), optional
Verdict
The DMG Mori CTX 450 edges ahead on specifications in this comparison, particularly in Chuck Size and Max Turning Diameter. However, the DMG Mori CTX 350 4A remains competitive and may be the better choice depending on price, dealer support in your area, or specific workholding and tooling considerations. Both are capable machines — the best decision comes from running your actual parts and evaluating total cost of ownership including tooling, training, and service.