Takamaz Takamaz XW-60M
Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Rapid Traverse
Spindle Power
chuck size
spindle speed
spindle bearing id
Overview
The Takamaz XW-60M is the live-tooling variant of the XW-60 twin-spindle CNC lathe, upgrading from dual 8-station turrets to dual 10-station turrets with powered tool capability. This transforms the XW-60 from a pure turning machine into a comprehensive mill-turn platform that produces complete parts with both-end turning, cross-drilling, tapping, and milling — all in a single automated cycle.
Both spindles deliver up to 4,500 RPM (6,000 RPM optional) with 7.5/5.5 kW motors through 75 mm bearing bores, matching the standard XW-60's turning performance. The upgrade is in the tooling: each 10-station turret accommodates both turning and live tools, with C-axis positioning on both spindles enabling angular orientation of cross-drilled holes, tapped features, and milled flats. The additional two turret stations per side versus the XW-60 provide the extra positions needed to hold both turning and milling tools without sacrificing tooling flexibility.
The axis travels and rapid traverse rates match the XW-60 at 125 mm X and 140 mm Z per turret, with 21 m/min X-axis and 18 m/min Z-axis rapids. The machine's footprint grows slightly to 1,695 x 2,005 mm — just 100 mm wider than the standard XW-60 to accommodate the larger turret mechanisms. The Fanuc 0i-TF control manages dual-channel programming for synchronized spindle and turret operations, handling the complexity of simultaneous turning and milling across both spindles.
With integrated gantry loader capability, the XW-60M represents a complete automated production cell in a single machine. Parts requiring turning on both ends plus cross-drilling, tapping, or flat milling are produced from raw blank to finished part without operator intervention. For shops currently running parts through a lathe and then a machining center with manual transfer between operations, the XW-60M eliminates the transfer, the second machine, and the operator time associated with secondary operations.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chuck Size | Collet, 6 (5 Opt.) × 2 |
| Spindle Speed | 4,500 RPM (6,000 RPM optional) |
| Spindle Motor Power | AC7.5 / 5.5 × 2 |
| Spindle Bearing Id | 75 mm (2.95 in), 65 mm optional |
| Turret Stations | 10 per turret x 2 turrets (with live tooling) |
| X Axis Travel | 125 mm (4.9 in) per turret |
| Z Axis Travel | 140 mm (5.5 in) per turret |
| Rapid Traverse X | 21 m/min (827 IPM) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 18 m/min (709 IPM) |
| CNC Control | Takamaz & Fanuc 0i-TF |
| Gantry Loader | Optional (integrated) |
| Floor Space Required | 1,695 x 2,005 mm (66.7 x 78.9 in) |
| Item | Ability |
| Xw 60 | XW-60M |
| Spindle | Spindle bearing I.D. |
| Max Spindle Speed | Max. 4,500 (6,000 Opt.) |
| Tool Post | Type |
| Maxstroke | X:125Z:140 |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | X:45 Y:125 Z:120 |
| Power Tools | Tool storage capacity |
| W L | 1,595 (1,950 ※) × 2,005 |
| Cnc Control | TAKAMAZ & FANUC 0i-TF |
| Itemloader Specifications | Ability |
| Igth60 | ΣiGTH60(High speed type) |
| Workpiece Diameter | φ60 |
| Workpiece Length | 60 |
| Max Load Capacity | 1.0 |
Specifications sourced from takamaz.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Dual 10-station turrets with live tooling enable complete mill-turn operations on both part ends
- Twin-spindle architecture with automatic part transfer produces finished parts in a single automated cycle
- Only 100 mm wider than the standard XW-60 for significantly expanded machining capability
- C-axis on both spindles provides angular positioning for cross-drilled and tapped features
- 21 m/min X-axis rapid traverse maintains fast cycling even with the larger turret configuration
- Fanuc 0i-TF dual-channel control handles synchronized turning and milling across both spindles
Limitations
- 140 mm Z-axis travel restricts the machine to shorter parts only
- Higher acquisition cost than the XW-60 requires parts with milling needs to justify the premium
- 10 turret stations per side may still be limiting for very complex parts requiring many different tools
- Limited Western service infrastructure compared to major Japanese and European machine tool brands
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
New Takamaz XW-60M machines price between $210,000 and $300,000 depending on spindle options and gantry loader. The premium over the standard XW-60 is approximately $40,000-$50,000 for the live tooling upgrade with 10-station turrets.
02
The XW-60M handles cross-drilling, tapping, flat milling, keyway cutting, and hexagonal profiling on both spindle stations. C-axis positioning enables angular orientation of features. Heavy or large-diameter milling operations may exceed the machine's capability.
03
Yes, the Fanuc 0i-TF dual-channel control supports simultaneous machining. While one spindle performs first-operation turning and milling, the other handles second-operation work on the previous part, overlapping cycle times for maximum throughput.
04
The XW-60M handles smaller parts up to 6-inch diameter with 10-station turrets, while the XW-130 handles parts up to 130 mm diameter with 12-station turrets and more spindle power. The XW-60M is more compact and cost-effective for smaller parts.
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