Spindle synchronization

Main and sub-spindle spindles can synchronize for parting off at high speed without deceleration.

Independent sub-spindle operation

Example: while a new part is being turned on the main spindle, the sub-spindle holds the previous part and the backworking tools (stationary or driven) finish off its backside. The increased pipelining improves throughput.

Rough material chucking option

For shorter parts (less than 4:1 length to diameter ratio), the rough material chucking option can be used to reduce running cost. With the regular guide bushing removed and special guard installed, the spindle collet can extend directly into the machining area. In effect the machine can be used as a chucker. In this situation, there’s no longer a need to use expensive precision ground bars, and long remnants typical of running with guide bushing can be eliminated.

B-Axis – A groundbreaking feature that allows angular drilling, tapping and contouring operations.

What used to require expensive ad-hoc addons on other Swiss-type lathes can now be replaced with just one generalized solution. The tool is full 360° rotatable. Any angle you desire is fully programmable down to 0.001° increments.

The Diamond 32CSL line is the answer for high-production work on complex parts. It offers 5 linear axis, up to 26 tool positions, available C-axis main spindle, and the B-axis for angular drilling and tapping.

More than 1 tool in the cut for dramatic cycletime reduction

Example A: While OD turning is taking place on main spindle, the ID boring bar tools next to the sub-spindle can simultaneously center drill.

Example B: While main spindle is indexed for cross drilling, the live tools next to the sub-spindle come in for slotting on the front face of the part.

Variants

Diamond 25CSL has 25mm turning diameter, and Diamond32CSL has 32mm turning diameter.