50-taper heavy roughing power combined with Meehanite column rigidity.
Designed with a high-torque 50-taper built-in spindle, the TERA 50V/50 delivers unmatched roughing capabilities in hardened tool steels and nickel-based superalloys. Heavily ribbed casting absorbs the high cutting forces.
Provides absolute rigidity, dampens vibration during heavy metal removal, and ensures lifelong structural stability.
Proprietary dynamic error correction checks thermal expansion in real-time with ±0.1 µm resolution. No warmup cycles needed.
Dual contact spindle with hybrid ceramic bearings reduces spindle vibration, heat growth, and yields superior surface finishes.
| Axis Travel (X/Y/Z) | 50 / 28 / 25 in |
| Spindle | 12,000 rpm / 45.6 HP / 420 ft-lb |
| Taper | BBT50 / DIN50 / CAT50 / HSK-A100 |
| Table | 56 x 27.6 in | 3,307 lbs load |
| Weight | 21,164 lbs |
| X Axis | 50 in |
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| Y Axis | 28 in |
| Z Axis | 25 in |
| Spindle Nose to Table Surface | 6 x 31 in |
| Spindle Center to Column Front | 29 in |
| Table Size | 56 x 27.6 in |
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| Max. Table Load | 3,307 lbs |
| Table Height from Ground | 35.4 in |
| Spindle Taper | BBT50 / DIN50 / CAT50 / HSK-A100 |
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| Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm |
| Max. Power | 45.6 HP |
| Max. Cutting Torque | 420 ft-lb |
| Clamping Force | 2,100 kgf |
| Max. Speed for Rigid Tapping | 3,000 rpm |
| Rapid Feedrate - X Axis | 2047.2 in/min |
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| Rapid Feedrate - Y Axis | 2047.2 in/min |
| Rapid Feedrate - Z Axis | 1260 in/min |
| Cutting Feedrate | 787.4 in/min |
| Magazine Capacity | 32 |
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| Tool Selection | Bi-directional/Random |
| Tool Shank Type | BT50/CAT50 |
| Pull Stud Type | JISB6339/DIN69872 |
| Max. Tool (Dia. x L) | Ø5 x 13.8 in |
| Without Adjacent Tool | 9 in |
| Max. Tool Weight | 33 lbs |
| Power Consumption (220V/3PH) | 55 kVA |
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| Pneumatic Supply | 300 L/min |
| Cutting Coolant Pump Motor | 1.5 HP |
| Base Wash Pump Motor | 1.5 HP |
| CTS Pump Motor (Optional) | 4.0 HP |
| Coolant Tank Capacity | 400 L |
| Foot Print Size (W x D) | 153.7 x 115.6 in (footprint) |
| Machine Height | 129.7 in |
| Packing Size (W x D x H) | 161.4 in x 91 in x 100.4 in |
| Machine Net Weight | 21,164 lbs |
| Machine Gross Weight | 21,804 lbs |
| Positioning Accuracy/Full Stroke | 0.005 (VDI 3441) |
| Repeatability Accuracy | ±0.0025 |

DYPEC® (Dynamic Y-axis Predictive Error Compensation) is Micro Dynamics' proprietary real-time thermal compensation system. Embedded sensors monitor structural temperature gradients across the casting, spindle housing, and ballscrews, feeding corrections to the CNC controller every microsecond.
Thermal drift is eliminated before it affects part accuracy. No warmup cycles needed at shift start, and consistent micron-level tolerance is maintained across 24/7 production runs.
Learn About DYPEC®
Every Micro Dynamics machine is built on an FC300-grade Meehanite® casting—a premium class of gray iron with controlled graphite microstructure. The casting undergoes FEA-optimized ribbing to create a high-rigidity base that absorbs cutting vibration.
Superior vibration damping for finer surface finishes, thermal stability to prevent geometric drift, and long-term structural integrity throughout decades of heavy use.
Explore Casting Engineering
The Micro Dynamics HMI runs on a Windows-embedded 15" touchscreen console powered by Mitsubishi M830VW CNC control. Combines conversational programming, Renishaw probing, tool data management, and real-time diagnostics.
With a 5,400-block look-ahead buffer and EtherNet/IP networked I/O, the controller executes complex multi-axis toolpaths with zero hesitation.
See the HMI in Action
The Lightning Automatic Tool Changer delivers 1.2-second tool-to-tool swap times with a bidirectional random-access carousel. A servo-driven magazine arm ensures precise tool pot positioning.
Standard with a 32-tool magazine (expandable), featuring integrated LED lighting for instant tool verification and manual control panel for diagnostics.
ATC Technology Details
Every Micro Dynamics machine is engineered around the operator. Wide double doors provide unobstructed access for fast part loading. The optimized table height of 35.4 in minimizes operator strain during extended shifts.
Full chip enclosure with safety interlock, centralized coolant and air gun stations, and intuitive control panel placement for a fatigue-reducing workflow.
Ergonomic Design Philosophy
The direct-drive built-in 50-taper spindle delivers 12,000 RPM with 45.6 HP peak power and massive 420 ft-lb cutting torque. The motor is thermally isolated, and the oversized bearing assembly (ø100 mm / ø80 mm) handles extreme radial loads from heavy roughing.
With dual-contact 50-taper tool clamping (2,100 kgf), this workhorse removes cubic centimeters of steel per minute. Ideal for aerospace titanium, Inconel, and tool steel.
Spindle Engineering
The 50-taper spindle platform is engineered for shops that push material removal to the limit. With 420 ft-lb of cutting torque and 45.6 HP peak power, this machine chews through titanium, Inconel, hardened tool steels, and cast iron.
The larger tool interface, dual-contact clamping at 2,100 kgf, and oversized bearing assembly eliminate tool deflection during heavy roughing passes.
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