Mazak QTE-100MSY
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
max turning diameter
max machining length
swing over bed
Overview
The Mazak QTE-100MSY is the fully loaded variant of Mazak's economy turning platform, combining milling, sub-spindle, and Y-axis in the most affordable MSY configuration Mazak offers. For shops that need complete mill-turn capability with done-in-one processing but cannot justify a full Quick Turn investment, the QTE-100MSY delivers genuine multi-axis capability at an economy price.
The main spindle delivers 7.5 kW (10 hp) at 6,000 RPM through an A2-5 spindle nose with 42 mm (1.65 in) bar capacity. The sub-spindle runs 5.5 kW (7.4 hp) at 6,000 RPM for automatic part transfer and backworking. The 12-station turret accepts live tools running at 4,500 RPM with 2.2 kW (3 hp), and the Y-axis provides 80 mm of off-center travel for features above and below the part centerline.
The work envelope covers 200 mm (7.87 in) maximum turning diameter and 250 mm (9.84 in) maximum machining length with axis travels of 130 mm on X, 80 mm on Y, and 310 mm on Z. Rapids reach 20 m/min on X, 10 m/min on Y, and 24 m/min on Z. Machine weight is approximately 3,200 kg (7,055 lb).
MAZATROL SmoothEz handles programming with built-in Y-axis milling cycles and synchronization for dual-spindle operations. The conversational approach makes complex MSY programming accessible without deep G-code expertise.
The QTE-100MSY competes with the Haas ST-10Y with sub-spindle, Doosan Lynx 2100LMSYB, and entry-level Nakamura-Tome MSY lathes. New pricing typically falls between $80,000 and $125,000, making it remarkably affordable for a full MSY turning center from a major Japanese manufacturer. Used units trade between $35,000 and $75,000. Specs sourced from Mazak published data.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Max Machining Length | 22.6" |
| Swing Over Bed | 400 mm (15.75 in) |
| Bar Capacity | 42 mm (1.65 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 80 mm (±40 mm) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 310 mm (12.20 in) |
| Main Spindle Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Main Spindle Power | 7.5 kW (10 hp) |
| Main Spindle Nose | A2-5 |
| Sub Spindle Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Sub Spindle Power | 5.5 kW (7.4 hp) |
| Sub Spindle Chuck | 5 in |
| Live Tool Speed | 4,500 RPM |
| Live Tool Power | 2.2 kW (3 hp) |
| Tool Stations | 12 |
| Turret Type | Live tooling turret |
| Chuck Size | 8″ |
| Rapid Traverse X | 20 m/min (787 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 10 m/min (394 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 24 m/min (945 ipm) |
| CNC Control | MAZATROL SmoothEz |
| Machine Weight | 3,200 kg (7,055 lb) |
| Supported Models | Turret type |
| 100m 100my 100ms 100msy200m 200my 200ms 200msy | 12 Position Drum Turret |
| Max Machining Diameter | Φ13.4" |
Specifications sourced from mazak.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Most affordable full MSY turning center in the Mazak lineup, delivering sub-spindle, Y-axis, and live tooling at economy pricing
- Complete done-in-one capability with automatic part transfer and off-center milling eliminates multiple setups and machines
- MAZATROL SmoothEz with built-in Y-axis and sync cycles makes complex MSY programming accessible to less experienced operators
- Compact footprint and 3,200 kg weight allow easy installation without specialized foundation or excessive floor space
- 6,000 RPM spindle speeds on both main and sub-spindle provide good surface speed for small-diameter precision parts
- Y-axis with 80 mm travel enables off-center features like bolt holes, flats, and hexes that C-axis alone cannot reach
Limitations
- 7.5 kW main spindle and 2.2 kW live tool power limit the machine to lighter-duty cutting in harder materials
- 80 mm Y-axis travel is narrower than the 100 mm found on Quick Turn MY models, limiting off-center reach
- 250 mm maximum machining length restricts the machine to short parts under 10 inches
- Economy build quality may show limitations over years of heavy production versus the standard Quick Turn platform
- 20 m/min rapids are slower than the 30 m/min on Quick Turn machines, adding non-cutting time
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New QTE-100MSY machines start around $80,000-$95,000 for base configuration. Adding high-pressure coolant, chip conveyor, bar feeder, and parts catcher pushes the price to $110,000-$125,000. Used units from recent years trade between $35,000 and $75,000.
02
The Quick Turn offers stronger construction, faster rapids (30 vs 20 m/min), more powerful live tools (6,000 vs 4,500 RPM), SmoothG control, and better long-term rigidity. The QTE costs $30,000-$50,000 less. For light-duty production and short-run work, the QTE delivers adequate capability at a lower investment.
03
It depends on what you are cutting. For small parts in aluminum, brass, mild steel, and free-machining stainless under 42 mm bar diameter with moderate milling, the QTE-100MSY is perfectly capable for production runs. For heavy roughing in tough materials or aggressive milling, the Quick Turn platform is the better choice.
04
The QTE-100MSY accepts standard bar feeders from LNS, Iemca, and FMB. The 42 mm bar capacity determines the feeder size needed. Combined with the sub-spindle for automatic cutoff and transfer, the machine runs unattended through a full bar of material.
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