Haas Desktop Mill
A compact 3-axis CNC milling machine designed as a training platform for teaching CNC programming and mill operation. It uses a full-function Haas control in a portable simulator enclosure and is intended for plastics and machinable wax.
System Capabilities
The Haas Desktop Mill is a compact 3-axis CNC mill designed primarily for CNC training in schools and technical colleges. It provides a full-function Haas control in a portable simulator enclosure for teaching programming and mill operation.
It is intended for machining plastics and machinable wax, and is suited for benchtop training where a full-size industrial mill is not required.
Operating Modes
Standard Mode
Baseline configuration for routine measurements and training.
High-Precision Mode
Optimized settings for maximum accuracy and repeatability.
Analysis Mode
Enhanced data capture and reporting workflows.
Technical Specifications
| Axis Travels (X/Y/Z) | 6.00 x 10.00 x 3.00 in (152 x 254 x 76 mm) |
|---|---|
| Spindle Speed | 15,000 RPM (Max) |
| Spindle Taper | ER11 Collet |
| Spindle Nose to Table (Max) | 3.2 in (80 mm) |
| Table Size | 18.1 x 10.6 in (460 x 270 mm) |
| T-Slots | 6 slots, 10 mm width, 45 mm spacing |
| Max Cutting Feed (X/Y/Z) | 140 ipm (3.6 m/min) |
| Rapids (X/Y/Z) | 140 ipm (3.6 m/min) |
| Power Requirement | 110 VAC @ 15 A or 220 VAC @ 9 A |
| Shipping Crate | 56 x 37 x 35 in, 360 lb (164 kg) |
Comparison: Desktop Mill vs. Traditional Milling
Comparing the Haas Desktop Mill against a typical full-size vertical machining center (VMC).
| Feature | Desktop Mill | Traditional VMC |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | Training and benchtop instruction | Production machining |
| Material Capability | Plastics and machinable wax | Metals and production materials |
| Power | Single-phase 110/220 VAC | 3-phase industrial power |
| Coolant / Air | No coolant or compressed air required | Coolant and compressed air typical |
| Tooling | Single tool, manual changes | Tool changer (ATC) common |
| Footprint | Benchtop / portable | Large machine footprint |