The key feature is a 2-axis reverse end-working attachment mounted below the main spindle that increases the number of CNC axes to 11, allowing simultaneous machining with three independent tools. Savings in cycle times are possible, especially when producing components with a high proportion of drilling, says the company.
The reverse end-working attachment sits on an additional cross slide moving in the X and Z axes, and makes eight additional tool stations available, four of which are for fixed tools while the remainder are live.
The TNL32-11 is a 32 mm bar lathe with a headstock moving in the Z-axis, an upper and identical lower turret with X, Y, and Z axes, an additional 100° B-axis on the upper turret, and a counter-spindle that travels in X and Z.
