Multi-spindle CNC lathes and turrets

Ideal for complex or bulky workpieces, vertical, multi-spindle CNC lathes offer several significant advantages:

1. Flexibility: The multi-spindle design allows for simultaneous machining with multiple tools and more machining tasks in a single clamping.

2. Stability: The vertical design reduces vibration caused by cutting forces, which in turn improves surface quality and dimensional accuracy.

3. Convenience: For large workpieces, vertical machines offer a more convenient operator interface for loading and unloading workpieces.

4. Space utilization: Vertical machines have a relatively small footprint.

CNC lathes usually have a turret (also known as a tool holder) that can be fitted with a number of different types of tools in order to perform different machining tasks.

1. Turning tools: are mainly used for the machining of external rounds, internal holes and end faces. Turning tool materials, such as high-speed steel (HSS), carbide, etc..

2. Cutting off cutter: Used to cut off or separate the workpiece from the raw material.

3. Forming cutter: Used for machining the surface of workpieces of specific shapes, such as grooves, flanges and other non-standard shapes.

4. Thread Turning Tools: Used for machining internal and external threads.

5. Drill: Used for drilling holes in workpieces.

6. Boring tools: for enlarging existing holes or machining deep holes.

7. Reamer: Used for finishing holes to improve the dimensional accuracy and surface quality of the holes.

8. Milling cutter: Although milling is traditionally done on a milling machine, a milling cutter can also be used on some multifunctional CNC lathes for side machining or slot machining.

Operators can specify when to use which tool through programming instructions, which allows multiple processes to be completed in a single setup cycle, increasing productivity and part consistency.