The DMG MORI ALX 1500 is an industrial-grade CNC Lathes & Turning Centers powered by the Standard CNC. a top spindle speed of 0 RPM, and a 3-axis kinematic layout. It supports standardized digital factory monitoring via MTConnect.
DMG MORI ALX 1500 turning center: 6-inch chuck, 52 mm (2 in) bar, 440 mm (17.3 in) max diameter, 30 m/min rapids, turnMASTER direct drive spindle.
| Standardized Parameters & Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer (Brand) | DMG MORI (Germany / Japan) |
| Machine Type | CNC Lathes & Turning Centers |
| CNC Controller System | Standard CNC |
| Number of Controlled Axes | 3-Axis Simultaneous / Positioning |
| Spindle Taper Interface | Standard |
| Industrial IoT Protocol | MTConnect ANSI/MTC1.4 Compliant (Ethernet/TCP) |
| X-Axis Travel | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 575 mm (22.6 in) |
| Max Workpiece Diameter | 440 mm (17.3 in) |
| Max Workpiece Length | 536 mm (21.1 in) |
| Max Bar Capacity | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Spindle Type | DDS (Direct Drive Spindle) turnMASTER |
| Footprint | 2.7 m2 (29.1 ft2) for the ALX 1500 | 300 turning specification |
| Chuck Size | 6-inch chuck |
| Distance Between Centers | 300 / 500 / 1000 / 2000 type |
| Rapid Traverse | 30 m/min (1,181.1 ipm), X- and Z-axis |
| Guideways | Slideways on the X-axis; linear motion guides on the Y- and Z-axis |
Our best estimate for the DMG Mori ALX 1500 is $130,000 - $200,000. This is an estimate for a cnc lathes / turning centers in this class, not a quote from DMG Mori; configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/dmg-mori-alx-1500#price; the request is passed to DMG Mori or an authorised dealer.
DMG MORI lists 12 models. They all use a 6-inch chuck and differ by specification (turning, milling, Y-axis, spindle 2) and by distance between centers, which comes in 300, 500, 1000 and 2000 types. The travels in the data table belong to one of these versions, so confirm them for the one you are quoted.
The bar capacity is 52 mm (2 in). The maximum workpiece diameter is 440 mm (17.3 in) and the maximum workpiece length in the data table is 536 mm (21.1 in), on 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel. Anything above the bar capacity is loaded into the 6-inch chuck as a blank.
The ALX 1500 | 300 in turning specification will, according to DMG MORI: it has a footprint of 2.7 m² (29.1 ft²) and can be placed in the existing CL1500 / CL2000 installation area. That statement is made for the 300 type in turning specification only, so longer beds and other specifications need their own layout check.
The turnMASTER, a DDS (Direct Drive Spindle) with a built-in motor, manufactured in-house by DMG MORI and covered by a 3-year guarantee. Its labyrinth structure was enhanced for frequent use of high-pressure coolant, to keep coolant out of the spindle. DMG MORI's data for this model does not state speed, power or torque.
In capacity, not in travel. The ALX 2000 has the same travels of 260 mm (10.2 in) in X, 100 mm (3.9 in) in Y and 575 mm (22.6 in) in Z. The ALX 2000 takes 65 mm (2.6 in) bar and a 460 mm (18.1 in) workpiece diameter, against 52 mm (2 in) and 440 mm (17.3 in) on the ALX 1500.
