Product category:
CNC lathes
News Release from: Haas Automation | Subject: SL-10 CNC lathe
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 26 May 2006
Compact CNC lathe has generous capacity
CNC lathe takes up only 2m x 1.5m of floor space, yet provides a generous 255mm turning diameter, 355mm turning length and a 415mm swing over the front apron.
Turning small parts on a large lathe usually is not the most efficient use of a company's assets, and actually may have an adverse effect on the bottom line The SL-10 CNC lathe from Haas Automation provides an economical solution for small parts turning in a compact package that is loaded with full-size features
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 17 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
Related stories
Haas mini mill has longer axis travels
Haas Automation's Super Mini Mill 2 has higher speeds and feeds, a 10,000 rev/min ISO 40-taper spindle, an 11,2kW vector drive system and a high-speed tool changer..
Vertical machining centre finish suits press tools
Portuguese press tool manufacturer reports that components produced by a vertical machining centre can be used from the machine tool, without having to apply extra finishing processes.
The SL-10 takes up only 2m x 1.5m of floor space, yet provides a generous 255mm turning diameter, 355mm turning length and a 415mm swing over the front apron.
This compact machine is a valuable addition to any shop needing a 'second-op' machine, or wanting to add a lathe where space is at a premium.
It is also the perfect lathe for start-up shops, or as a first step into CNC turning.
The SL-10 comes standard with a 160mm hydraulic chuck and a 10-position bolt-on tool turret.
A 5.6kW vector drive spindle provides speeds to 6,000 rev/min for high surface feedrates, and an A2-5 spindle nose accepts bar stock up to 45mm.
A host of high-productivity options, such as a tool presetter, parts catcher, automatic chip auger and tailstock, are available for the SL-10 to further boost productivity, and the Haas Servo Bar 300 intelligent bar feeder may be added for unattended operation.
MACH 2006 witnessed several brand new machines from Haas Automation, the largest CNC machine tool manufacturer in the world.
Haas demonstrated machines and metal cutting technology for aerospace, automotive, medical, mould and die and general machining industries.
More than 25 CNC technology products were on show demonstrating vertical and horizontal machining and turning applications.
• Haas Automation: contact details and other news
• Email this article to a colleague
• Register for the free Manufacturingtalk email newsletter
• Manufacturingtalk Home Page
Search the Pro-Talk network of sites
