Swiss-Type Automatic Lathe
October 1, 2025
Star CNC Machine Tool Corporation has introduced a new model Swiss-type automatic lathe created to give manufacturers the ultimate mill-turn solution for machining complex components up to 1" diameter (26 mm).
SD-26 Type S employs a gate-shaped gang style tool post including not one, but two B-axis stations, which are capable of programmable simultaneous 5-axis control. The first station features a dedicated 4-spindle milling unit, supported from top and bottom ends, enabling rigidity during swivel machining. The cartridge type second station offers a range of tool units, including the industry's first twin-thread whirling unit, the company reported.
In addition, the SD-26 Type S offers a guide bush/nonguide bush switching capability to flexibly support diverse machining needs. The guide bush unit prevents deflection of material, enabling high accuracy machining of long and narrow parts, such as motor shafts. The nonguide bush mode enables machining of short parts, such as nuts, right out of the main chuck, reducing the material remnant length.
Furthermore, the machine has numerous new features designed to offer enhanced workability and operability from a hardware and software perspective. Reconfigured machine structure has improved the access to the guide bush and tool post area. A new Data Input/Output function simplifies the file loading process by combining the NC programs together with related information, such as tool unit, geometry and wear offset data. Various support functions were also added, including a Command Help function to assist operators reading the program code.
SD-26 Type S Swiss-type machine features include:
- High-speed, high-precision large diameter machining up to 26 mm
- High rigidity and accuracy
- Deep-hole drilling capability with high pressure coolant
- Guide bush/nonguide bush switching capability
- Four-spindle milling unit with B-axis and simultaneous 5-axis control
- An additional cartridge type milling unit with B-axis control
- Diverse machining options for back working station, such as cross drilling and slotting
- Control system functions that improve productivity
- Proprietary Star CNC motion control.
For more information contact:
Star CNC Machine Tool Corp.
123 Powerhouse Rd.
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
516-484-0500
www.starcnc.com
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