# Makino J3

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The Makino J3 is a four-axis horizontal machining center with a single table and stacked-axis design for high-volume CNC machining of small workpieces. It has standard X, Y and Z strokes of 400 mm, a maximum payload of 400 kg, and a 16,000 rpm spindle with HSK-A50 taper. It uses a 65 m/min rapid traverse and a compact floor layout with three-point leveling.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | cnc mill |
| Axes | 4 |
| Payload | 400 kg |
| Travel X | 400 mm |
| Travel Y | 400 mm |
| Travel Z | 400 mm |
| Spindle max | 16000 rpm |
| Spindle taper | HSK-A50 |
| Rapid traverse | 65 m/min |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [Makino](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/makino.md)

## Safety

- Maximum workpiece size is up to ø710 mm x 580 mm; the document says to consult the factory.
- Maximum tool weight is 5 kg standard and 8 kg optional.

## Study notes

- Standard pallet is ø400 mm; a 400 x 400 mm pallet is optional.
- Standard X/Y/Z strokes are 400 mm; optional strokes are X 630 mm, Y 550 mm and Z 550 mm.
- Spindle speed options are 12,000 rpm and 8,000 rpm; HSK-A63 taper is optional.
- Maximum workpiece size is up to ø710 mm x 580 mm, subject to factory consultation.
- The metric section lists ATC capacity as 15 (28, 30 options); the inch section lists 30 (15).
- Tool-to-tool time is 2.5 s and chip-to-chip time is 2.6 s.
- Metric section lists maximum tool diameter 80 mm (125 mm optional) and maximum tool weight 5 kg (8 kg optional).

## Sources

1. [Horizontal Machining 4-Axis](https://www.makino.com/en-us/machine-technology/machines/horizontal-4-axis/j3) (accessed 2026-10-25)

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