Horizontal Turning Center

Horizontal Turning Center

The Horizontal Turning Center is an industrial-grade CNC machining solution engineered for stable cutting performance, high precision, and flexible production of rotational components. Featuring a rigid slant-bed structure, premium spindle engineering, and advanced multi-axis CNC integration, it delivers reliable efficiency for processing heavy-duty shafts, hydraulic manifolds, pipe flanges, and precision mechanical parts.
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Product Introduction

The Horizontal Turning Center is an industrial-grade CNC machining solution engineered for stable cutting performance, high precision, and flexible production of rotational components. Featuring a rigid slant-bed structure, premium spindle engineering, and advanced multi-axis CNC integration, it delivers reliable efficiency for processing heavy-duty shafts, hydraulic manifolds, pipe flanges, and precision mechanical parts.

By incorporating optional live tooling, C-axis control, and secondary spindles, this turning center consolidates multiple operations-turning, cross-drilling, tapping, and side-milling-into a single setup, significantly reducing handling times and eliminating cumulative positioning errors.

 

Technical Specifications

 

Item

Specification

Machine Type

Horizontal CNC Turning Center

CNC System

FANUC / Siemens / Mitsubishi / Other systems available

Maximum Turning Diameter

250–600 mm

Maximum Turning Length

400–2000 mm

Swing Over Bed

500–800 mm

Spindle Speed

3000–6000 rpm

Spindle Motor Power

7.5–30 kW

Chuck Size

6–15 inch

Tool Stations

8–24 positions

X Axis Travel

150–400 mm

Z Axis Travel

400–2000 mm

Guideway Type

Linear guideway / Box guideway

Tailstock

Hydraulic or programmable tailstock

Automation Options

Bar feeder, robot loading, chip conveyor

 

Key Features

 

High-Rigidity Structure: Engineered with a heavy-duty casting base to absorb cutting vibrations, ensuring tight dimensional tolerances (+/- 0.005 mm) and superior surface finish under heavy cuts.
Done-in-One Machining: Optional live tooling and C-axis allow complete turning and light milling processes in one cycle, cutting lead times and fixture overhead.
Thermal & Dimensional Stability: Symmetrical headstock and heat-dissipating rib design maintain machining accuracy during extended production runs.
Automation Integration Ready: Pre-configured interfaces for automatic bar feeders, gantry/robotic loading arms, high-pressure coolant systems, and chip conveyors.
Scalable Configurations: Flexible options tailored for high-mix/low-volume precision job shops or high-volume automated automotive lines.

 

Industries Applications

 

Automotive & Commercial Vehicles: Drive shafts, differential housings, brake discs, wheel hubs.
Hydraulics & Fluid Power: High-pressure valve bodies, manifold fittings, cylinder pistons.
Energy, Oil & Gas: Threaded pipe couplings, drill string adapters, valve stems.
General Machinery: Heavy industrial rollers, power transmission shafts, flange plates.

 

Machine Structure

 

45-Degree One-Piece Slant Bed: Cast from high-density Meehanite iron with dense cross-ribbing to minimize thermal deformation and improve dynamic stiffness.
Superior Chip Evacuation: The natural 45-degree angle allows hot metal chips and coolant to drop directly into the conveyor trough, maintaining machine thermal stability.
Durable Motion Components: Precision pre-loaded ball screws paired with linear roller guideways ensure high feed speeds and minimal slip-stick movement.

 

Spindle System Options

 

Tailored spindle configurations ensure optimal torque and speed curves for your specific material demands:
High-Speed Direct-Drive Spindle: Ideal for non-ferrous materials (aluminum, copper), small-diameter components, and high-surface-finish finishing operations.
High-Torque Gearbox / Built-in Spindle: Designed for heavy-duty roughing on tough alloys, carbon steel, and stainless steel castings.

 

Processable Materials

 

Steels: Carbon Steel (1045, 4140), Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel (304, 316, 17-4PH), Tool Steel.
Non-Ferrous Metals: Aluminum Alloys (6061, 7075), Brass, Bronze, Copper.
Exotics & Heavy Alloys: Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel (depending on spindle selection and tooling).

 

Optional Configurations

 

Live Tooling Turret: Enables off-center drilling and milling without secondary setup.
Sub-Spindle System: Allows automatic back-working and dual-ended part transfer in a single cycle.
Automatic Bar Feeder: Enables continuous bar stock feeding for automated long-run production.
Gantry / Robotic Loader: Fully automated loading and unloading for high-volume manufacturing.
Automatic Tool Setter: In-machine laser or optical probe measuring for fast, error-free tool offsets.
High-Pressure Coolant: Clears stringy chips during deep boring and stainless steel machining.
Hinged-Belt Chip Conveyor: Efficient chip removal to prevent thermal buildup inside the enclosure.

 

International After-Sales Support

 

24/7 Remote Diagnostics: Immediate troubleshooting via remote network connection and video support.
Spare Parts Dispatch: Global courier dispatch (DHL/FedEx) for critical wear parts to minimize machine downtime.
Installation & On-Site Training: Technical guidance and operational training provided by local or factory engineers.
Custom Voltage Adaptation: Transformers supplied to match regional electrical standards (220V / 380V / 415V / 480V).

 

FAQ

 

Q: What accuracy tolerance can this Horizontal Turning Center achieve?

A: Under standard operating conditions, the machine achieves a positioning accuracy of ±0.005 mm and a repeatability of ±0.003 mm.

Q: What is the main operational advantage of adding Live Tooling?

A: Live tooling enables off-center drilling, tapping, and keyway milling on the same machine. This eliminates secondary machining operations, reduces labor costs, and improves concentricity between turned and milled features.

Q: How do I select between Linear Guideways and Box Guideways?

A: Linear guideways offer higher speed, lower friction, and higher precision for small-to-medium parts. Box guideways provide higher damping capacity and structural rigidity, making them ideal for heavy intermittent cuts and tough materials like stainless steel or Inconel.

Q: Can the machine be customized to fit existing factory automation lines?

A: Yes. We offer customizable CNC systems, loader interface protocols, auto-doors, and chip conveyor exit orientations to match your factory layout.

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