Brother SPEEDIO U500Xd2-100T
Key Specifications
Spindle Taper
5
x axis travel
y axis travel
z axis travel
a axis range
Overview
The Brother SPEEDIO U500Xd2-100T is the high-capacity 5-axis variant of the U500Xd2 platform, combining full simultaneous 5-axis machining capability with a 100-tool magazine that dramatically expands the machine's versatility for complex multi-operation parts. This addresses the single biggest limitation of standard Speedio 5-axis machines: the 21-tool turret that constrains complex 5-axis programs requiring diverse tool arrays.
The U500Xd2-100T provides 500 x 450 x 380 mm (19.7 x 17.7 x 15.0 in) X/Y/Z travels with A-axis tilt of -30 to +120 degrees and C-axis continuous 360-degree rotation via a trunnion-style rotary tilting table. The spindle runs at 12,000 RPM standard with optional 10,000 RPM high-torque or 20,000 RPM high-speed configurations on a BT30 taper. Rapid traverse rates of 50/50/56 m/min maintain the Speedio's speed advantage, while A/C axis indexing speeds of 50/75 min-1 keep rotary positioning fast.
The 100-tool magazine uses a 28-position turret combined with left and right tool racks, providing massive tool capacity in a compact 2,050 x 2,081 mm footprint. This is remarkably small for a 100-tool 5-axis machine -- most competing 5-axis platforms with this tool capacity require significantly more floor space.
At $190,000-$260,000 new, the U500Xd2-100T occupies a unique market position: affordable compact 5-axis with the tool capacity to handle the most complex 5-axis programs. It competes with the Haas UMC-500 and DMG Mori CMX 50 U on 5-axis capability while offering dramatically more tools and faster tool changes.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| 5 | 選択可能 |
| X Axis Travel | 500 mm (19.7 in) |
| Y Axis Travel | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 380 mm (15.0 in) |
| A Axis Range | -30 to +120 degrees |
| C Axis Range | 360 degrees continuous |
| Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm (10,000 high-torque / 20,000 high-speed optional) |
| Spindle Taper | BT30 |
| Tool Magazine | 100-tool (28 turret + rack positions) |
| Rapid Traverse Xy | 50 m/min (1,969 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 56 m/min (2,205 ipm) |
| Rotary Indexing Speed | A: 50 min-1 / C: 75 min-1 |
| Floor Space Required | 2,050 x 2,081 mm (80.7 x 81.9 in) |
| CNC Control | Brother CNC-C00 |
| Power Supply | 200/220V, 3-phase |
| 主軸最高回転速度 (Min-1) | 12,00010,000高トルク (オプション)20,000* (オプション) |
| 移動量 (X、Y、Z) (Mm) | X:500 Y:450 Z:380 |
| 早送り速度 (M/Min) | X/Y/Z : 50/50/56 |
| 割り出し速度 (A、C) (Min-1) | A/C : 50/75 |
| 所要床面の大きさ (Mm) | 2,050×2,081 |
Specifications sourced from brother.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 100-tool magazine with full 5-axis capability is an extremely rare combination at this price point and footprint
- Full simultaneous 5-axis machining with RTCP via trunnion rotary tilting table
- Compact 2,050 x 2,081 mm footprint is the smallest available for a 100-tool 5-axis machine
- Multiple spindle speed options (10K/12K/20K RPM) allow optimization for different materials
- Fast A/C axis indexing at 50/75 min-1 minimizes rotary positioning time between operations
- CNC-C00 control handles 5-axis simultaneous interpolation natively without add-on packages
Limitations
- BT30 spindle limits cutting forces -- not suited for heavy 5-axis titanium or Inconel roughing
- A-axis range of -30 to +120 degrees is more restricted than some competitors offering +/- 120
- 12,000 RPM standard spindle is slower than the 16,000 RPM on the standard U500Xd2
- Workpiece size limited by trunnion table geometry -- approximately 300 mm diameter practical maximum
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The 100T replaces the 21-tool turret with a 100-tool magazine and increases Y-travel from 400 to 450 mm and Z-travel from 305 to 380 mm. The standard model has a 16,000 RPM spindle while the 100T has 12,000 RPM standard with optional 20,000 RPM upgrade. Both share the same trunnion-style 5-axis architecture.
02
New machines typically price between $190,000 and $260,000 depending on spindle configuration and options. This is substantially less expensive than competing 5-axis machines with comparable tool capacity from DMG Mori, Hermle, or Matsuura.
03
Yes, the CNC-C00 control supports full 5-axis simultaneous interpolation with RTCP compensation. It handles complex contoured 5-axis programs from Mastercam, Hypermill, NX, Fusion 360, and other major CAM platforms.
04
The trunnion table accommodates workpieces up to approximately 300 mm in diameter. The 500 x 450 mm X/Y travels define the maximum work envelope, but practical 5-axis workpiece size is limited by the trunnion geometry and clearance requirements.
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