MAZAK SLANT TURN NEXUS 550M-3000U CNC LATHES

Technical Description

This CNC lathe features a 40.94-inch swing and a substantial 125.19-inch maximum machining length, accommodating large workpieces with a turning diameter up to 35.85 inches. It is powered by a 60 HP motor enabling spindle speeds up to 1,000 RPM and supports a chuck size of 21 inches for robust workholding. The machine employs the advanced MATRIX NEXUS 2 CNC control system, which offers simultaneous control of up to four axes, high-speed CPU performance, and a large program storage capacity of 20 GB. This control supports EIA/ISO and conversational programming, facilitating complex operations such as angled drilling, milling, tapping, and thread cutting with high precision enabled by sub-micron input resolution and absolute position detection. The system also includes smart functions that streamline programming and reduce setup time, along with virtual machining capabilities for interference checks. Standard features include thread cutting (G33), an absolute positioning system, multitap transformer, and programmable tailstock. The spindle nose conforms to an A2-20 standard, with a spindle bore of 10.8 inches, and the machine integrates safety features like operation door interlocks and hydraulic pressure interlocks. Additional accessories include a hydraulic steady rest and a hinge-type chip conveyor to optimize machining efficiency and chip management. Overall, this machine combines substantial size capacity with sophisticated CNC control, ideal for precision turning of large, complex components.