+86 13630122007 Swiss-Type CNC Lathes: Driving Precision Machining Innovation in High-End Manufacturing
2025-11-14
Swiss-Type CNC Lathe
Core Definition and Design Features
- Originated from the Swiss watch industry, initially used for machining tiny precision parts, and has now become the core equipment for high-end precision machining.
- Adopts a "spindle box movement + guide bushing support" structure. Workpieces are positioned via guide bushings to reduce cantilever length and improve machining stability.
- Compact layout of spindle and tools, mostly featuring dual-spindle and multi-turret designs, which can integrate compound functions such as milling, drilling, and grinding.
Key Technical Parameters and Advantages
- Machining precision: Dimensional tolerance can reach ±0.001mm, and Surface Roughness Ra ≤ 0.2μm, meeting the requirements of precision parts.
- Machining range: Mainly targets bar stock with a diameter of ≤32mm (some models can reach 50mm), excelling in machining slender shafts and tiny complex parts.
- Efficiency advantage: Integrates multi-process compound machining, reducing clamping times, avoiding repeated positioning errors, and improving production efficiency.
- Rigidity and stability: The machine body is made of high-rigidity cast iron or granite, combined with precision Linear Guides and ball screws, resulting in low operating vibration.
Typical Application Scenarios
- Aerospace: Machining micro-sensors, precision fasteners, aerospace connectors, etc.
- Medical equipment: Producing minimally invasive surgical instruments, implantable parts, medical catheter accessories, etc.
- Electronic appliances: Manufacturing precision connectors, micro-motor shafts, electronic component pins, etc.
- Watches and jewelry: Machining watch movement parts, tiny jewelry components, etc.
Core Differences from Ordinary CNC Lathes
| Comparison Dimension | Swiss-Type CNC Lathe | Ordinary CNC Lathe |
| Structural Design | Guide bushing support + spindle box movement | Chuck clamping + tool rest movement |
| Machining Precision | Ultra-high precision (micron level) | Medium precision (0.01mm level) |
| Machining Objects | Tiny, slender, precision parts | Regular-size, general-purpose parts |
| Compound Capability | Strong (integrates milling/drilling/grinding, etc.) | Weak (mainly turning) |
| Equipment Cost | High | Relatively low |













