How many types of CNC lathes can be divided into?
Vertical CNC lathe
Structural features: The spindle axis of the vertical CNC lathe is perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the worktable (chuck) is arranged horizontally, similar to a "turntable". The tool holder of the vertical CNC lathe moves on the column in the X/Z axis (sometimes also the Y axis).
Convenient and stable clamping of workpieces: Vertical CNC lathes are particularly suitable for large, heavy, irregularly shaped or high disc, wheel hub, and shell parts. The workpiece is stably placed on the worktable by its own weight.
Processing of discs and short and thick parts such as large flanges, gear blanks, flywheels, hubs, motor housings, valve bodies, etc. Commonly used in wind power, heavy machinery, automobile wheel hub manufacturing and other fields. Vertical lathes are divided into single-column and double-column types. The latter is more rigid and suitable for larger workpieces.
Slant bed CNC lathe
The bed guide rails of the slant bed CNC lathe are tilted at an angle relative to the horizontal plane (usually 30°, 45°, 60°). The centerline of the spindle is still horizontal. The tool holder (mostly a turret tool holder) moves on the inclined guide rails.
Good rigidity and compact layout: The inclined structure of the slant bed CNC lathe itself has better bending and torsional rigidity, and the structure is more compact and occupies a relatively small area.
Modern mainstream high-precision and high-efficiency CNC lathes. Slant bed CNC lathes are widely used in mass production of small and medium-sized precision shaft and disc parts, especially suitable for processing steel, cast iron and other materials that produce continuous chips.
Flat bed CNC lathe
The bed rails are arranged horizontally and parallel to the ground. The spindle box and tailstock are on the same horizontal line. The tool holder (usually a square tool holder or a row tool holder) moves in the X/Z axis on the rails.
Simple structure, relatively easy to manufacture, and low cost.
Good rigidity (especially in large and medium specifications), strong load-bearing capacity, suitable for roughing and semi-finishing of medium-sized and heavy-duty shaft and disc parts.
Flat bed CNC lathes are used for small and medium-sized batch production of ordinary shaft, disc, and sleeve parts, where the requirements for accuracy and chip removal are not extremely demanding.