CNC lathes offer milling capability

Modern Machine Shop, Nov, 2007

Mori Seiki says it has developed a series of lathes that provides the same milling capability as a machining center. The series is designed to increase rigidity and minimize thermal displacement, improving precision and productivity.

A milling motor inside the turret is directly coupled to the milling tool. This design is intended to reduce the transmission losses and inherent vibration associated with machines that use a series of gears and belts to provide a milling feature.

The thirty-model series includes 6"-, 8"-, 10"- and 12"-chuck versions with the longest maximum turning length reaching 49.6" on certain models. The NL3000 accommodates bar work as large as 3.54" in diameter.

The machines feature a digital tailstock in which a servodrive provides all movement.

For more information from Mori Seiki U.S.A., Inc., call 847-593-5400 or search MMSOnline.