Swiss lathes are precision machines that can produce a wide variety of small, complex parts. They are often used in the manufacturing of medical devices, aerospace components, and other products that require high levels of accuracy and precision.
Here are some of the things that Swiss lathes can do:
Produce parts with very tight tolerances. Swiss lathes are capable of producing parts with tolerances as tight as +/- 0.0001 inches.
Machine a wide variety of materials. Swiss lathes can machine a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, and ceramics.
Produce complex shapes. Swiss lathes can produce complex shapes, including threads, tapers, and contours.
Achieve high levels of surface finish. Swiss lathes can produce parts with a high level of surface finish.
How do Swiss lathes work?
Swiss lathes are similar to traditional lathes, but they have a number of features that make them more capable of producing small, complex parts.
Guide bushing. A guide bushing is used to support the workpiece and prevent it from flexing during machining. This allows the lathe to produce parts with very tight tolerances.
Multiple tooling stations. Swiss lathes have multiple tooling stations, which allows them to perform a variety of operations on the workpiece in a single setup.
High-speed spindles. Swiss lathes have high-speed spindles, which allow them to machine parts quickly and efficiently.
What are the benefits of using Swiss lathes?
There are several benefits to using Swiss lathes, including:
Increased productivity. Swiss lathes are very efficient machines, which can help to increase productivity.
Improved quality. Swiss lathes can produce high-quality parts with tight tolerances.
Reduced costs. Swiss lathes can help to reduce costs by eliminating the need for secondary operations.
Contact us today to learn more about our Swiss lathe machining services.
Swiss lathes are often used in the production of medical devices, aerospace components, and other products that require high levels of accuracy and precision. Located in the Stoney Creek area of Hamilton Ontario, VP Expert Machining is a precision machine shop that produces great parts, including parts made on Swiss style lathe.
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