CITIZEN L-20 CNC LATHE

Technical Description

This CNC turning and milling machine features a maximum turning/cutting length of 7.87 inches and a maximum cutting/turning diameter of 0.79 inches, accommodating precision small-part machining. It achieves rapid traverse rates of up to 787 inches per minute, enabling high-speed tool movement for efficient operations. The primary spindle operates at speeds reaching 10,000 RPM powered by a robust 5.03 HP motor, delivering strong cutting performance. A secondary spindle with a chuck size of 0.8 inches offers additional versatility, spinning at up to 8,000 RPM with a 0.20 HP motor, supporting secondary operations or simultaneous machining. The machine supports live milling functionality with a maximum spindle RPM of 5,000, allowing milling operations without tool changes or re-clamping. Control is managed by the sophisticated Mitsubishi Meldas CNC system, which provides advanced numerical control capabilities, precise axis handling, and programmable spindle and feedrate commands for complex machining sequences. This setup supports optimal acceleration, deceleration, and threading functions, facilitating high precision and flexible manufacturing processes. The Mitsubishi Meldas CNC is noted for its reliability and integration with Mitsubishi’s servo systems, ensuring smooth and accurate machine control for a wide range of industrial applications. Overall, this configuration offers fine balance between high-speed, precision turning, and milling for small to medium-sized components.