CNC Lathes

CNC LATHE FOR SALE

What They Do: CNC used lathe machines spin a block of material against a drill bit—essentially the opposite of a drill. The most common  uses for a lathe are turning, facing, grooving, parting, threading, drilling, boring, knurling, and tapping.

Benefits of Used Lathes:

  • Provides a simulated visualization of the machine’s process
  • Requires less intimate knowledge of the machine than older types
  • Can be set and operated by the same person
  • Popular CNC Lathes Brands: Mazak Lathes, DMG Mori Lathes, Mori Seiki Lathes, Okuma Lathes, Haas Lathes, Doosan Lathes, Hyundai-Wia Lathes, Hwacheon Lathes, Hurco Lathes, Nakamura-Tome Lathes, Johnford Lathes, Chevalier Lathes, Ganesh Lathes, Samsung Lathes, Mighty Viper Lathes and Weiler Lathes

SWISS-STYLE CNC LATHES

Benefits of Swiss-style CNC Lathes:

  • Provides extreme accuracy
  • Ideal for slender workpieces and small-diameter parts
  • Capable of fast cycle times
  • Popular Swiss-Style CNC Lathe Brands: Citizen Lathes, Star Lathes, Tsugami Lathes, Miyano Lathes, Nomura Lathes, KSI Lathes, Hanwa Lathes and Tornos Lathes

2 AXIS LATHES

Benefits of 2 Axis Lathes:

  • 2 axis lathes have both an X- and a Z-axis.
  • 2 axis lathes are used for round parts.
  • 2 axis lathes cut material as it rotates.

3 AXIS LATHES AND CNC TURNING CENTERS

Benefits of 3 Axis Lathes:

  • 3 axis lathes can machine curves.
  • 3 axis CNC turning centers may have more than one spindle.
  • 3 axis CNC turning centers with multiple spindles can make more complex parts.

4 AXIS LATHES

Benefits of 4 Axis Lathes:

  • 4 axis lathes have a rotary C-axis.
  • 4 axis lathes have small motors that allow for milling and contouring.
  • 4 axis lathes can be made even more efficient by mounting an independent milling head with tool-change capabilities.

5 AXIS LATHES

Benefits of 5 Axis Lathes:

  • 5 axis lathes have additions to either the A or B axis, typically (XYZAC or XYABC).
  • 5 axis lathes are able to perform angle cuts.
  • 5 axis lathes are the most versatile and efficient of all CNC lathes.