DMG Mori DMU 105 FD monoBLOCK

$600,000 - $900,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,135 mm (44.7 in)

Y Travel

1,050 mm (41.3 in)

Z Travel

750 mm (29.5 in)

Max Spindle

15,000 RPM (up to 30,000 RPM optional)

Spindle Taper

SK40 / HSK-A63 (SK50 / HSK-A100 optional)

Tool Capacity

Up to 180 pockets

Overview

The DMG Mori DMU 105 FD monoBLOCK is the mill-turn variant of the second-largest monoBLOCK platform, combining 1,135 x 1,050 x 750 mm (44.7 x 41.3 x 29.5 in) of travel with a DirectDrive rotary table for integrated turning operations. This machine targets shops machining large parts that need both 5-axis milling and turning in a single setup — large aerospace housings with turned flanges, energy sector pump bodies with bored and milled features, and heavy mold components requiring turned cores.

The table handles workpieces up to 1,240 mm (48.8 in) in diameter and 690 mm (27.2 in) tall, with a table load capacity of 2,000 kg (4,409 lb). The FD DirectDrive table delivers up to 4,000 Nm of table torque for complete machining, enabling heavy turning operations that would otherwise require a dedicated vertical turning lathe.

The one-piece monoBLOCK casting provides the rigid foundation needed for combined mill-turn operations at this scale. The widest spindle range on the market covers applications from high-speed aluminum finishing at 30,000 RPM to heavy roughing in titanium and Inconel with 430 Nm (317 ft-lb) through an SK50/HSK-A100 taper. The 55 mm roller guideways and 50/63/50 mm ball screws deliver the structural rigidity needed for heavy-part machining.

The tool magazine expands to 180 pockets, and positioning accuracy is 5 micrometers as standard. Control options include Siemens Sinumerik ONE and Heidenhain TNC7 under CELOS X.

For shops machining large, heavy parts that demand full 5-axis simultaneous capability with mill-turn complete machining, the DMU 105 FD monoBLOCK delivers the work envelope and 4,000 Nm table torque needed without stepping up to a duoBLOCK platform. Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,135 mm (44.7 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,050 mm (41.3 in)
Z-Axis Travel	750 mm (29.5 in)
B Axis Swivel	-35 to +110 degrees
C Axis Rotation	360 degrees continuous (turning-capable)
Max Spindle Speed	15,000 RPM (up to 30,000 RPM optional)
Spindle Taper	SK40 / HSK-A63 (SK50 / HSK-A100 optional)
Spindle Torque	Up to 430 Nm (317 ft-lb)
Fd Table Torque	Up to 4,000 Nm
Max Workpiece Diameter	1,240 mm (48.8 in)
Max Workpiece Height	690 mm (27.2 in)
Table Load Capacity	2,000 kg (4,409 lb)
Tool Capacity	Up to 180 pockets
Positioning Accuracy	5 µm standard
Guideways	55 mm roller guideways in all axes
Ball Screws	Ø 50/63/50 mm in all axes
Floor Space	Approx. 18 m²
CNC Control	Siemens Sinumerik ONE / Heidenhain TNC7 (CELOS X)
1135 Mm	44.7 in.
1050 Mm	41.3 in.
750 Mm	29.5 in.
1240 Mm	48.8 in.
690 Mm	27.2 in.
2000 Kg	4409.2 lbs.
Customer Benefits	User Interface
Customer Benefitsflexible Application Possibilitiesin Process Measurement	Left : Semi-automatic Measurement solution. / Right : Automatic measurement solution.

Specifications sourced from us.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

4,000 Nm FD table torque enables heavy turning operations on large parts up to 2,000 kg without a separate VTL
1,135 x 1,050 x 750 mm travel provides a large work envelope for combined mill-turn on aerospace and energy parts
Spindle range up to 30,000 RPM with 430 Nm torque covers everything from high-speed finishing to heavy roughing
One-piece monoBLOCK casting provides geometric stability for demanding combined mill-turn tolerances
55 mm roller guideways and 50/63/50 mm ball screws deliver rigidity for heavy-part machining
Tool magazine expandable to 180 pockets supports complex multi-operation mill-turn jobs

Limitations

18 m² footprint requires significant floor space and reinforced foundation
Starting at $600K and commonly $750K+ configured, this is a major capital investment
Machine weight requires overhead crane for installation and workpiece loading
DMG Mori service contracts at this machine size can run $20,000-$30,000 annually

Best For

Aerospace manufacturers machining large housings and structural components with both milled and turned features Energy sector shops producing large pump bodies, turbine components, and valve assemblies requiring mill-turn Mold shops needing turned cores and milled cavities on heavy mold bases in a single setup Defense contractors machining large precision components with combined mill-turn geometry Shops needing complete machining capability for large parts without the cost of a duoBLOCK platform

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DMG Mori DMU 105 FD monoBLOCK cost?

New DMU 105 FD monoBLOCK machines price between $600,000 and $900,000 depending on spindle, control, and tool magazine. The FD mill-turn option adds $50,000-$80,000 over the standard DMU 105 monoBLOCK.

02 What is the 4,000 Nm FD table torque used for?

The 4,000 Nm table torque enables heavy turning operations — facing large flanges, boring deep holes, and cylindrical turning on parts up to 1,240 mm in diameter. This is enough torque for interrupted cuts in cast iron and steel during turning mode.

03 How does the DMU 105 FD compare to the DMU 100 P FD duoBLOCK?

The DMU 105 FD monoBLOCK offers more X-axis travel (1,135 vs 1,000 mm) and higher FD table torque (4,000 Nm) but lower rigidity than the duoBLOCK. The DMU 100 P FD offers higher spindle power (103 hp vs 52 kW max) and a larger Z-axis (1,000 vs 750 mm). The monoBLOCK is more affordable; the duoBLOCK is more rigid.

04 Can the DMU 105 FD handle Inconel and titanium turning?

Yes. The 430 Nm spindle torque and 4,000 Nm table torque provide the cutting force needed for turning operations in these materials. The 55 mm roller guideways provide the rigidity to maintain accuracy during interrupted cuts in challenging superalloys.