What are the types of CNC lathes?

Types of CNC Lathes：

1、2-Axis CNC Lathe
This basic CNC lathe machine has two linear axes that can perform outer diameter/inner diameter, basically cylindrical machining, and facing operations, or drilling and tapping at the center of the part. It has an X and Z axis and does not allow for milling.

2、3-Axis CNC Lathe
With a 3-axis CNC lathe, a C axis and life tool system are added, allowing the part to be positioned so that standard milling operations, boring, and tapping operations can be performed. Helical milling operations that require the slow sync rotation of the workpiece are possible.

3、4-Axis CNC Lathe
A 4-axis machine has an added Y-axis so that off-center machining operations can be performed. The fourth axis works well for more irregular and complex lathework.

4、5-Axis CNC Lathe
In 5-axis lathes, a second turret is added to a 3-axis CNC lathe. Such machines would then have two axes at each upper and lower turret plus the C-axis on the rotating spindle. This enables the use of two tools at the same time on the part, which drastically increases machining speed.

5、6 Or More Axis CNC Lathe
With more than five axes, the permutation may include the following: two C-axes with a primary and second spindle; two turrets, with an upper and lower turret, each with two linear axes; one Y-axis at the upper turret; and a second spindle that can move towards the main spindle to pick up the part. There are even machines with more than eight axes. However, 8-axis lathes are highly sophisticated and complex machines that aren't generally needed for everyday manufacturing needs.

Applications of CNC lathes：

A CNC lathe can produce plane surfaces and screw threads or, in the case of ornate lathes, three-dimensional products that are quite complex. They can be used on both small and large parts with extreme accuracy. The workpiece is typically held firmly in place by one or two centers, but the material can also be secured with collets or clamps.

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