Tsugami Lathe Boosts Turning Efficiency

Tsugami America unveils the Tsugami SS20MH-III-5AX, a multifunction sliding headstock lathe with a B-axis tool spindle, created for the medical, automotive, aerospace, general industries and more. This 20-mm platform can make complex-shaped workpieces with 3D curved surfaces using the five-axis simultaneous control and Capto C3, 30 position tool magazine, all from bar stock or blanks. The SS20MH-III-5AX is built for high accuracy; flexibility can be increased with the ability to run with a guide bushing or in chucker mode. Linear scales and automatic tool presetter are included as standard.

Additionally, attendees can see the SS20MH-III-5AX in action, paired with an integrated solution cart by Tsugami America Automation. This platform includes a FANUC CRX-5iA robot with Schunck Universal Gripper for part loading and unloading, a Pro Ultrasonics Cleaning Tank for part sanitization, MiJet Drying System for part blow off and Trumpf TruMark 6030 laser with VisionLine for part identification.

According to the company, advantages of the SS20MH-III-5AX include:

• Simultaneous five-axis contour capability
• B-axis tool spindle with 30 tool carousel
• Sub-side Y-axis with six live tool positions for overlap operations
• Automatic tool presetter and scale feedback as standard
• FANUC 31i-B5 plus CNC control
• High-rigidity bed can enable high-speed, high-accuracy performance
• Compact footprint of  98.43″ × 75.00″ × 75.59″