3 Axis CNC lathe

What is the Axis of a lathe?

In CNC lathes, an “axis” refers to a linear or rotational axis on the machine that is used to position and guide the movement of the workpiece or tool. The number and type of axes on a CNC lathe determine the machine’s machining capabilities and complexity. Each axis represents a direction of movement, and more axes mean the machine can perform more complex machining operations.

Common Types of Axis on CNC Lathes:

X-Axis: Typically refers to the direction in which the tool moves horizontally (or radially).
Z-Axis: Refers to the direction in which the tool moves longitudinally (or axially), which is usually the primary cutting direction for lathes.
Y-Axis: On some lathes, the Y-axis provides a third direction of movement perpendicular to both the X and Z axes, allowing for more complex machining operations, such as angled holes and keyways.
C-Axis: Refers to the rotation axis of the worktable, allowing the workpiece to rotate. In conjunction with movements of the X and Z axes, it enables the machining of complex surfaces.
B-Axis and A-Axis: Usually refer to the tilting axis of the tool or workpiece, used in five-axis machining to allow the tool to work on the workpiece at various angles.

3-axis CNC lathes

Our 3-axis CNC lathes build upon the 2-axis configuration by adding a C-axis indexer. This enhancement not only allows for all the operations possible on a 2-axis lathe but also enables more complex machining tasks, such as machining angled surfaces. It’s particularly suited for parts that require offset or inclined machining.

The inclusion of the C-axis allows for the rotational positioning of the workpiece, enabling operations like milling, drilling at angles, and complex contouring that are not possible with just X and Z axes. This capability significantly expands the range of parts that can be efficiently manufactured on a lathe, making the 3-axis CNC lathes versatile tools in precision engineering sectors.

These models can be configured as 3-axis machines, offering greater flexibility and capability for machining complex parts, enhancing productivity, and enabling the production of more geometrically complex components with tighter tolerances.

TCK50A

TCK56A

TCK520

TCK630

TCK650

TCK700

TCK800

The VTC series is a 3-axis with the addition of a power turret.

VTC700

VTC800

VTC900

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3 Axis CNC lathe

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Common Types of Axis on CNC Lathes:

3-axis CNC lathes

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