2000 BROTHER SPEEDIO M300 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2000 Brother Speedio M300 (Note: this unit's vintage predates the standard M300X3 production run; specifications reflect the M300X3 platform as documented by Brother Industries.) is a 5-axis compact multi-tasking machining center offering a larger work capacity than the M140 and M200 series, featuring an expanded D170 mm (6.7-inch) indexing turning table and increased X-axis travel to accommodate slightly larger components. The machine combines milling and turning in a single setup, with a C-axis providing full 360-degree rotation and an A-axis with a tilt range of -30 to +120 degrees for complete 5-axis simultaneous machining. The BT30 taper milling spindle delivers a standard maximum speed of 10,000 RPM with a continuous (S1) power rating of 7.0 kW (approximately 9.4 HP), and a 16,000 RPM spindle option is available for high-speed cutting applications. The turning spindle provides up to 1,500 RPM. Linear axis travels are 300 mm (11.8 inches) in X, 440 mm (17.3 inches) in Y, and 305 mm (12.0 inches) in Z. Controlled by the Brother CNC-C00 system, the machine offers Fanuc G-code compatibility and simultaneous 5-axis control capability. Rapid traverse rates of 50 m/min across all linear axes and chip-to-chip ATC times under 1.4 seconds keep cycle times competitive. The overall machine footprint measures 3,862 mm x 1,520 mm (152.0 x 59.8 inches) with a height of 2,653 mm (104.4 inches), and the machine weighs approximately 2,880 kg (6,349 lbs). Standard equipment includes a 22-tool ATC, coolant system, and chip management provisions. The M300 series is designed for precision manufacturers requiring multi-tasking capability in a compact machine footprint, particularly in medical, aerospace, and precision mechanical component production.