MODELA MDX-40A

Legacy CNC Milling Machine

The MDX-40A has been retired as of April 2019

We will continue to sell parts and accessories for this machine. Roland DGA will continue to service and support the MDX-40A.
View the MDX-40A’s predecessor, the Modela MDX-50.

Easy and precise 3D milling for both novice and advanced users

An intuitive and easy-to-use Subtractive Rapid Prototyping (SRP) device, the small footprint MDX-40A fits into any Fab Lab, workshop, office or classroom and allows both novice and advanced users to create precision 3D models. Built for designers, engineers and students who work in fast-paced environments, the speed, versatility and convenience of the MDX-40A put you in complete control.

  • Mill plastic foam, ABS, POM, modeling wax, plywood, hardwood, etc.
  • 4-axis, unattended milling
  • Generates a smooth surface finish
  • G-code compatible
  • Max. work area 12" (X) by 12" (Y) by 4.1" (Z) without rotary axis
  • Optional rotary axis available

Superior Reliability and Support
The MDX-40A offers reliable technology backed by unmatched customer service and technical support, and comes with a comprehensive one-year manufacturer’s warranty.Roland DG international ISO certifications are your guarantee of superior quality.

XYZ Strokes

12 x 12 x 4-1/8 in.
(305 x 305 x 105 mm)

Table Size

12 (W) x 12 (D) in.
(305 (W) x 305 (D) mm)

Feed Rate

XY-axis: 0.0039 to 1.9 in./s
(0.1 to 50 mm/sec.),
Z-axis: 0.0039 to 1.1 in./s
(0.1 to 30 mm/sec.)

Spindle rotation

4500 to 15000 rpm

DGSHAPE By Roland MDX-40a CNC Mill

MODELA MDX-40a

Software Resolution

NC-code: 0.000039 in./step (0.001mm/step),
RML-1: 0.00039 in./step (0.01 mm/step)

Dimensions (WDH)

26-3/8 x 29-15/16 x 21-13/16 in.
(669 x 760 x 554 mm)

Mechanical Resolution

0.00008 in./step
(0.002 mm/step)

Full Technical Specifications Below

Download Modela MDX-40a Brochure

A Small Machine for Big Ideas

The MDX-40A is a versatile CNC mill that handles a wide variety of non-proprietary plastic and resin materials, including ABS, delrin, nylon, acrylic, chemical wood and tooling board. Everything from smooth art sculptures to high-precision parts and prototypes can be created with the MDX-40A, helping you transform concepts into functional objects. It can also operate as a stand-alone CNC engraving machine, offering further flexibility and potential revenue streams.

Smooth Milling Minimal Finishing

The MDX-40A Benchtop CNC Mill is equipped with a high-precision spindle that reduces vibration and produces extremely accurate prototypes, perfect for achieving even complex snap-fit finishes. With ISO15448 standard collets, the MDX-40A generates a smooth surface finish that requires little to no post finishing work.

Easy is an Understatement

Become a prototyping expert almost immediately with the MDX-40A’s simple yet powerful Virtual Control Panel and bundled SRP Player CAM software. A five-step workflow takes the user through effortless milling, while speed, cursor and cutting tools offer further control. Optional extras include a ZCL-40A rotary axis for uninterrupted 360-degree modeling and a scanning unit for reverse engineering and digitizing of existing parts or molds.


Optional Upgrades

Two upgrades are available from Roland to optimize the production of the MDX-40A.
Additional Rotary Axis
With the ZCL-40A optional rotary axis, the MDX-40A performs unattended four-sided milling. When one side is completed, the part is automatically rotated until all sides have been milled, allowing you to continue other work while your prototypes are being created.
Contact Scanning Unit
The ZSC-1 Scanning Unit enables the MDX-40A to reverse engineer by digitizing an existing part, product or mold, so it can be worked on in the CAD software. Scan a variety of objects including soft objects like modeling clay and intricate glass or acrylic, without making a scratch. The ZSC-1 comes with scanning software and the option to integrate advanced PixForm Pro 2 reverse engineering software.

Fits Cleanly in Any Environment

The MDX-40A is a compact machine with an integrated safety cover to keep dust out of the surrounding environment and make the cutting mechanism inaccessible during milling to ensure safety.

Easy Control with the Virtual Control Panel

A Virtual Control Panel allows for control of the MDX-40A directly from your PC, simplifying both setup and operation. Easily adjust the speed of cursor movements for origin setting, as well as move the tool to desired positions.

Included Software for Experts and Beginners

SRP Player CAMsrp player

From design to mill in three simple steps. Roland’s MDX rapid prototyping machines come complete with SRP Player Software to prepare your CAD model for RP manufacturing with no programming skills required.

Step 1 – Design
Design your 3D CAD model and export it as an .STL, .DXF, .3DM, or .IGS/.IGES file.
Step 2 – Import
Open the file in Roland SRP Player software and simply use the five-step wizard to process the data for your Roland MDX rapid prototyping machine. You don’t have to worry about feeds and speeds, cut depth, surface selection or G-Code programming: SRP Player does it all for you!
Step 3 – Mill
SRP Player automatically generates machine tool paths and a finished preview. Just click Send to Machine to mill a prototype with smooth surfaces and tight tolerances from your choice of material.

ClickMillroland clickmill

ClickMill Software provides direct control of the for surfacing, drilling holes, cutting pockets and other finishing processes, all without having to access CAD or CAM software.

G Code Supportroland cnc g-code support

Each CNC Mill supports the G-code NC programming language, making it well suited for both professional and educational applications.

Virtual Control Panel (VPanel)mdx-50

VPanel serves as a computer-based virtual control panel with all of the functionality of the physical on-board control panel, as well as tool life management and e-mail alerts.


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Precision Milling on a Wide Range of Materials
The following items are just some of the materials that can be milled with the MDX-540A benchtop CNC mill:
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  • Acrylic
  • Chemical woods
  • Plaster
  • Styrene
  • Acetal
  • Nylon
  • FDA approved plastics
MODEL MDX-40A
Acceptable materials Resins such as chemical wood and modeling wax (metal not supported)
X, Y, and Z strokes 12 (X) x 12 (Y) x 4-1/8 (Z) in.
(305 (X) x 305 (Y) x 105 (Z) mm)
Distance from spindle tip to table Maximum 123 mm (4-13/16 in.)
Table size 12 (W) x 12 (D) in.
(305 (W) x 305 (D) mm)
Loadable workpiece weight 8.8 lb (4 kg)
XYZ-axis motor Stepping motor
Feed rate XY-axis: 0.0039 to 1.9 in./s (0.1 to 50 mm/sec.),
Z-axis: 0.0039 to 1.1 in./s (0.1 to 30 mm/sec.)
Software resolution NC-code: 0.000039 in./step (0.001mm/step),
RML-1: 0.00039 in./step (0.01 mm/step)(RML-1)
Mechanical resolution 0.00008 in./step (0.002 mm/step)(Micro-step)
Spindle motor Brushless DC motor, Maximum 100 W
Spindle rotation 4500 to 15000 rpm
Tool chuck Collet
Interface USB (compliant with Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 1.1)
Power supply Voltage and frequency AC100 to 240 +/-10%, 50/60 Hz
Required power capacity 2.1 A
Power consumption Approx. 210W
Acoustic noise level No-load operation: 56 dB (A) or less, Standby: 42 dB (A) or less
Dimensions 26-3/8 (W) x 29-15/16 (D) x 21-13/16 (H) in.
669 (W) x 760 (D) x 554 (H) mm
Weight 143.3 lb (65 kg)
Operation temperature 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C)
Operation humidity 35 to 80% (no condensation)
Included items Power cord, power plug adapter, USB cable, collet, Z0 sensor, hexagonal wrench, hexagonal screw drivers, spanners, Roland
Optional Rotary Axis Unit (ZCL-40A)
Maximum angle of rotation +/-18 x 105° (+/-5000 rotations)
Maximum loadable workpiece size* 4.7 in.(120 mm) diameter by 10.6 in. (270 mm) long
Maximum thickness holdable by workpiece clamp 0.4 to 1.8 in. (10 to 45 mm)
Loadable workpiece weight 2.2 lb (1kg ) (including clamps)
Feed rate 0.23-11.79 rpm
Mechanical resolution 0.005625 deg./step (Micro-step)
Dimensions 18.5 (W) x 11.3 (D) x 4.5 (H) in.
(470 (W) x 286 (D) x 115 (H) mm)
Weight 16.5 lb (7.5 kg)
Included items Y-origin sensors (large and small), Z-origin sensor, Y-origin detection pin, center drill, live center, hexagonal wrench, cap
Optional 3D Scanning Sensor Unit (ZSC-1)
Maximum scanning area 12.0 (X) x 12.0 (Y) x 2.3 (Z) in.
(305 (X) x 305 (Y) x 60 (Z) mm)
Distance from probe tip to table Maximum 3.6 in. (92.4 mm)
Table load capacity Maximum 8.8 lb (4 kg)
Sensor Type Roland Active Piezo Sensor (RAPS)
Effective Probe Length 2-5/16 in. (60 mm)
Tip Bulb Radius 0.00315 in. (0.08 mm)
Minimum scan pitch .002 in (.051 mm)
Scanning method Contacting, mesh-point height-sensing
Operating speed XY-axis 0.6 to 1.1 in./s (15 to 30 mm/sec.)
Z-axis 0.04 to 1.1 in./s (1 to 30 mm/sec.)

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