[imholta]

I currently own only mazaks, but for a machine this size mazaks are very pricey, so I'm looking toward an less expensive machine.

they both have:

thru coolant
tool & part probe
32 x 60 table
40 taper

different:

haas linear guide ways vs cincinnati box ways??????

haas intuitive programing vs cincinnati g code

haas controls vs fanuc controls

haas peak 20hp gear box vs cincinniti 20hp continuous

haas 40tc vs cincinnati 24tc

haas is 23000# vs cincinnati 26500#

haas is $40,000 cheaper

If you know any thing about these machines or similar machines it will help tremendously. I would love to know about reliability, (since every salesman thinks thier machine is the best). mainly i just need a few educated opinions on these machines through research or experience.

thanks for all of your feedback and I hope this can help other companies succeed in buying the right machines for the future.

[tobyaxis]

Depending on what your machining the HAAS is IMO a better machine.

USB Communications that can Run DNC
DXF File Reading
The Control can be reconfigured to run in Fanuc Type A or B
There are tons more options as well.


The HAAS for the price is probably a better buy than the Cinnci.

[laka]

The box ways are going to be more rigid than the linears. The Cinci has the option of a big-plus spindle which is also a benefit depending on how heavy of milling you'll be doing.

[imholta]

thanks for your help