Characteristics Of Horizontal Cnc Lathe
Jul 15, 2025| Horizontal CNC Lathe
Core features:
Straight bed structure: The bed (base) of the machine tool is arranged horizontally, and the spindle axis is parallel to the ground (different from the vertical lathe).
CNC upgrade: Add a CNC system (CNC) to the traditional "flat lathe" (ordinary horizontal lathe) to achieve automated processing.
Typical structure: Headstock (spindle): placed horizontally, the chuck clamps the workpiece and rotates.
Tool holder: Multiple tools can be installed, driven by a servo motor to move on the X/Z axis.
CNC system panel: programming controls the processing path
Advantages:
Strong structural rigidity, suitable for processing medium to large shaft and disk parts.
Mature technology, large market share, low maintenance cost.
Specific classification (few contexts): Economical CNC lathe without tailstock
Features:
The tailstock is omitted on the basis of the horizontal CNC lathe, and the workpiece is clamped only by the chuck.
The bed design is more compact and the cost is lower.
Applicable scenarios:
Processing short shafts and disc sleeve parts (such as bearing end covers and washers) without the need for top support.
Rapid batch production in small workshops.