CNC Swiss type lathes - sliding headstock lathes

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Sliding headstock lathes represent a highly specialized category of machine tools ideal for the mass production of parts smaller than 32 mm in diameter. This type of machinery is the top choice for manufacturing precision small mechanical components, widely used in the medical and watchmaking industries, where accuracy and repeatability are crucial.Sliding headstock lathes are equipped with multiple axes that allow simultaneous machining of both faces of the workpiece and the use of motorized turning tools and drilling tools.... The configurations available in our catalog include 6-axis and 10-axis machines, with sub-spindle and bar feeder, ensuring maximum production versatility.

Distinctive features of sliding headstock lathes

Sliding headstock lathes are characterized by very high stability and precision. These distinctive features are due to the fact that the material to be machined passes through a guide bushing and the rotational motion is generated by a second spindle that, in addition to rotating the workpiece, pushes it through the bushing.This material movement (usually a metal bar) through the spindle generating the motion and the guide bushing defines the machine's Z-axis, from which the name "sliding headstock" derives. The tools always remain close to the bushing, ensuring maximum stability during all machining operations.For mass production of small mechanical components using sliding headstock lathes, it is important to pay attention to the type of coolant used to achieve optimal results in terms of:

Chip formation: optimization of chip formation
Chip evacuation: management of the large amount of chips produced
Tool durability: maximizing the lifespan of cutting tools

Maximum efficiency is usually achieved using straight oil, which is preferred over cutting emulsions for this type of machining.

Ideal applications of sliding headstock lathes

Sliding headstock lathes are the perfect solution for:

Medical industry: production of surgical instrument components and medical devices
Watchmaking: manufacture of precision components for mechanisms
Precision small parts: mass production of small metal components
Electronics: machining of precision contacts and connectors
Automotive: production of small components for injection systems and sensors

Advantages of machining with sliding headstock lathes

Investing in used sliding headstock lathes provides access to:

High productivity: simultaneous machining on multiple sides of the part
Consistent precision: stability guaranteed by the guide bushing
Reduced cycle times: motorized tools and simultaneous operations
Superior quality: excellent repeatability for mass production
Operational versatility: ability to handle complex geometries on small diameters

Explore our selection of sliding headstock lathes and discover how these specialized machines can revolutionize your small mechanical parts production, guaranteeing Swiss precision, high productivity, and reliability with the Makinate quality guarantee.

Distinctive features of sliding headstock lathes

Chip formation: optimization of chip formation
Chip evacuation: management of the large amount of chips produced
Tool durability: maximizing the lifespan of cutting tools

Maximum efficiency is usually achieved using straight oil, which is preferred over cutting emulsions for this type of machining.

Ideal applications of sliding headstock lathes

Sliding headstock lathes are the perfect solution for:

Medical industry: production of surgical instrument components and medical devices
Watchmaking: manufacture of precision components for mechanisms
Precision small parts: mass production of small metal components
Electronics: machining of precision contacts and connectors
Automotive: production of small components for injection systems and sensors

Advantages of machining with sliding headstock lathes

Investing in used sliding headstock lathes provides access to:

High productivity: simultaneous machining on multiple sides of the part
Consistent precision: stability guaranteed by the guide bushing
Reduced cycle times: motorized tools and simultaneous operations
Superior quality: excellent repeatability for mass production
Operational versatility: ability to handle complex geometries on small diameters

Used Tornos SIGMA 20-6 Swiss type lathe

Code: M2543369343
Status: Under power
Condition: Good
Year: 2006

CNC Swiss type lathes - sliding headstock lathes

Distinctive features of sliding headstock lathes

Ideal applications of sliding headstock lathes

Advantages of machining with sliding headstock lathes

Distinctive features of sliding headstock lathes

Ideal applications of sliding headstock lathes

Advantages of machining with sliding headstock lathes

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