Diamond 32CSL 8-Axis Swiss-type CNC Lathe

8-Axis Swiss-Type Lathe

B-Axis – A groundbreaking feature that allows programmable angular drilling, tapping and milling 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 cycle time 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.

Tooling Layout

Count them! With 26 tool positions strategically laid out around the machining zone, no job is too complicated for Diamond 32CSL. 12 of the tool positions are provisioned for live tools, allowing milling and drilling operations to be carried out and parts to be machining complete in one setup without further secondary operations.

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.

Specifications at a glance

Bar Capacity: 1 1/2 " (32 mm)
Max. Machining Length: 10.55"
Rapid Traverse Rate: 709 inches per minute
Main Spindle Motor Power: 7.4 HP
Subspindle Motor Power: 3 HP
Main Spindle Speed: 200 – 8000 RPM
Subspindle Speed: 200 – 8000 RPM

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