What types of functions can be divided into CNC lathes

Most people think that a lathe is the only general-purpose CNC machine tool because one lathe can manufacture all the parts needed by another lathe. The lathe rotates the workpiece in the spindle, and the fixed cutting tool approaches the workpiece to cut chips from the workpiece. Because of this geometric structure, CNC lathes are very suitable for some axisymmetric parts that can be clamped on the spindle.

The CNC lathe processing is automated, the processing speed is fast, and the messy parts are processed at one time. The machining accuracy is accurate and reliable. Processes such as conical surface, arc surface, step, slotting, embossing, tapping, etc. can be performed, and the whole process can be completed in one time. The CNC lathe is a processing machine tool with stable performance, high precision, and low noise. It uses a CNC system to control the processing program and realize automatic processing.

What are the functions of CNC lathes?

On the CNC lathe, the processed material can be slowly cut off the excess size. The processed parts are usually finished products with precise dimensions or complex parts. Because these machines are so versatile, they are used in many industries, including the manufacture of automotive, electronics, aerospace parts, and so on.

A CNC lathe is a machine tool that uses a turning tool to turn a rotating workpiece. On CNC lathes, drills, reamers, reamers, taps, molds, and knurling tools can also be used for corresponding processing. CNC lathes are mainly used to process workpieces with rotating surfaces such as shafts, disks, and sleeves. They are the most widely used processing machine tools in machinery manufacturing and maintenance plants.

CNC lathes are usually designed to use modern versions of carbide tools and processes. Parts can be designed for customization, and the tool path of the machine is usually programmed using a CAD or CAM process. However, programmers can also manually design parts or tool paths. Then upload the generated coding computer file to the CNC machine tool equipment, and then the CNC lathe will automatically produce the required parts and program them.

What are the types of functions of CNC lathes?

According to the functional classification of CNC lathes, it can be divided into economical CNC lathes and special CNC lathes. Economical CNC lathe adopts stepper motor and single-chip microcomputer to design and update the feed system of the ordinary lathe. The economical CNC lathe has a low cost, but its automation technology and functions are weak, and the steering precision is not high. It is suitable for parts with low requirements for turning.

The special CNC lathe has a CNC system specially designed and configured according to different turning needs. It is suitable for the production and processing of some special or complex surface CNC turning parts. Professional CNC lathes include crankshaft CNC lathes, camshaft CNC lathes, and other types. The numerical control system of the numerical control lathe has a high degree of automation and high processing accuracy, which is suitable for turning to the process of rotating parts. The dedicated CNC lathe can control two coordinate axes (namely the X-axis and Z-axis) for turning operations at the same time.


Most control lathes have tool libraries that can control X, Z, and C coordinate axes. The connecting rod control axis can be (X, Z), (X, C), or (Z, C). The addition of the C axis and milling power head on the CNC lathe greatly improves the turning performance of the CNC lathe. In addition to general turning operations, it can also be used for radial and axial milling, plane milling, and drilling of radial holes whose centerline is not at the center of rotation of the part.