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Manufacturing Insight: Cnc Lathe With Live Tooling For Sale
Elevate Complex Component Production with Honyo Prototype’s Advanced CNC Lathe Capabilities
Honyo Prototype delivers precision manufacturing solutions for demanding prototyping and low-volume production applications, leveraging state-of-the-art CNC machining technology. Central to our capability suite is a high-performance CNC lathe equipped with comprehensive live tooling, enabling the efficient execution of intricate geometries that require synchronized milling, drilling, tapping, and contouring operations—all within a single setup. This integrated approach eliminates costly secondary operations, significantly reduces lead times, and ensures exceptional part concentricity and feature-to-feature accuracy critical for aerospace, medical, and industrial components.
Our commitment extends beyond hardware; Honyo Prototype provides full-service CNC machining expertise, including DFM analysis, material sourcing, and stringent quality control to ISO 9001 standards. Whether your project demands complex turned-milled parts or high-precision prototypes, our live tooling lathe platform delivers the versatility and repeatability needed to transform your designs into reality. Streamline your procurement process immediately using our Online Instant Quote system, which provides transparent, real-time pricing and lead time estimates for CNC machining projects directly on our website. Access engineering-grade manufacturing responsiveness without delay.
Technical Capabilities
CNC Lathe with Live Tooling – Technical Specifications
The following technical specifications outline key performance parameters for a high-precision CNC lathe with live tooling, designed for complex 3/4/5-axis milling and turning operations. This machine is engineered for tight-tolerance production across a range of materials including aluminum, steel, ABS, and nylon, making it ideal for prototyping and low-to-medium volume manufacturing in aerospace, medical, and industrial sectors.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | CNC Turning Center with Y-axis and Live Tooling (Mill-Turn) |
| Axes Configuration | 5-Axis (X, Z, C, Y, B or C-axis + Live Tooling with B-axis on turret) |
| Turning Diameter (Max) | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Turning Length (Max) | 600 mm (23.6 in) |
| Spindle Speed (Turning) | 5,000 RPM (High-speed option up to 10,000 RPM) |
| Spindle Nose | A2-8 or A2-11 (ISO 40 or ISO 50 available) |
| Bar Capacity | 42 mm (1.65 in) through-spindle |
| Live Tooling Drive | Independent servo motor or direct-drive turret (C-axis synchronized) |
| Live Tooling Speed | Up to 12,000 RPM |
| Turret Stations | 12–16 station turret (indexed or servo-driven) |
| Milling Axes (Y-axis Travel) | ± 75 mm (Y-axis stroke for off-center milling) |
| Positioning Accuracy | ±0.005 mm (0.0002 in) |
| Repeatability | ±0.002 mm (0.0001 in) |
| Control System | Fanuc 31i, Siemens 840D, or Mitsubishi M800 Series |
| Coolant System | High-pressure through-tool coolant (up to 70 bar) |
| Chip Management | Integrated chip conveyor and coolant filtration |
| Tool Interface for Milling | HSK-T40 or Capto C6 compatible |
| Maximum Milling Diameter | 120 mm (4.7 in) with live tooling |
| C-Axis Resolution | 0.001° for precise angular positioning |
| Programming Interface | CAD/CAM compatible (Siemens ShopMill, Fanuc MANUAL GUIDE i, etc.) |
| Materials Supported | Aluminum (6061, 7075), Steel (1018, 4140, Stainless 303/316), Plastics (ABS, Nylon, PEEK, Delrin) |
| Typical Tolerance Range | ±0.01 mm (±0.0004 in) for turning; ±0.025 mm (±0.001 in) for milled features |
| Surface Finish (Typical) | Ra 0.8–1.6 µm (32–63 µin) depending on material and process |
| Footprint | Approx. 2.8 m x 1.8 m x 2.2 m (9.2 ft x 5.9 ft x 7.2 ft) |
| Power Requirement | 400V, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz, 30–40 kVA |
This mill-turn center enables complete machining of complex geometries in a single setup, reducing cycle times and improving part accuracy. It supports high-speed milling operations on eccentric features using Y- and B-axis live tooling, making it suitable for manufacturing precision shafts, surgical instruments, connectors, and engineered plastic components. The machine maintains tight tolerances across conductive and non-conductive materials, including thermoplastics such as ABS and nylon, which benefit from optimized spindle control and non-chip accumulation design.
From CAD to Part: The Process
Honyo Prototype delivers precision CNC lathe components with live tooling through a rigorously defined technical workflow designed for speed, accuracy, and manufacturability. Our process eliminates common prototyping bottlenecks while ensuring adherence to tight tolerances and complex feature requirements inherent in live tooling applications.
Upload CAD
Clients initiate the process by uploading native CAD files (STEP, IGES, Parasolid, or native formats like SolidWorks) via our secure customer portal. For live tooling projects, geometric definition of mill-turned features, off-axis drilling, contour milling, or polygonal shapes must be explicitly modeled. Our system validates file integrity and automatically extracts critical parameters including material type, overall dimensions, geometric complexity, and specific live tooling operations required. This structured data ingestion ensures no manual reinterpretation errors occur at the earliest stage.
AI Quote Generation
Our proprietary AI quoting engine processes the validated CAD data against real-time parameters from our machine shop floor. It factors in machine availability (Okuma Dual-Spindle Lathes with Y-axis live tooling stations), material costs from pre-vetted suppliers, estimated cycle times incorporating live tool synchronization, and secondary operation requirements. The AI cross-references historical data from over 50,000 completed lathe jobs to predict potential DFM issues. Clients receive a detailed quote within 2 hours, including a preliminary timeline and explicit identification of any features requiring engineering clarification before proceeding.
DFM Analysis
All quotes trigger a mandatory Design for Manufacturability review conducted by our senior manufacturing engineers. This phase is critical for live tooling projects where improper geometry can cause tool interference, chatter, or excessive cycle times. Engineers use CAM simulation software to validate tool paths for milling, drilling, or tapping operations performed off the main spindle axis. Key focus areas include:
| DFM Consideration | Standard Lathe | Live Tooling Specific Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Wall Thickness | >1.5x material diameter | >2.0x to prevent deflection during milling |
| Feature Placement | Radial symmetry | Clearance from chuck jaws for Y-axis travel |
| Tolerance Stack-up | Axial/Radial only | Compound tolerances across multiple axes |
| Surface Finish | Turning parameters | Milling feed rates and spindle synchronization |
The DFM report provides actionable recommendations with annotated CAD markups, often suggesting minor geometry adjustments to eliminate secondary operations. Client approval of the DFM report is required before production launch.
Production Execution
Approved jobs move to our dedicated live tooling cell featuring Okuma Multus U4000 and L350 machines with 12+ station live tooling turrets and Y-axis capability. Production follows strict protocols:
Material certification is verified upon receipt. First-article inspection occurs after initial setup using calibrated CMMs and vision systems to confirm all live tooling features. In-process monitoring tracks tool wear and dimensional stability during runs, with automatic alerts for deviations exceeding 70% of tolerance bands. Complex geometries undergo mid-run validation to ensure milling operations maintain positional accuracy relative to turned features. All processes comply with ISO 9001:2015 standards with full traceability from raw material to finished part.
Delivery and Documentation
Completed parts undergo final inspection per AS9102 or client-specific checklists, including surface roughness verification for milled features. We provide comprehensive documentation: FAI reports with actual vs. nominal dimensions, material certs, and process validation data. Parts ship in ESD-safe packaging with real-time logistics tracking. Standard lead time for live tooling prototypes is 5-7 business days from DFM approval, with expedited 72-hour options available for qualified geometries. Our delivery commitment includes digital access to all quality records via the client portal for audit readiness.
Start Your Project
Explore high-precision CNC lathes with live tooling currently available for purchase from Honyo Prototype. Engineered for complex turning and milling operations, these machines deliver superior accuracy, efficiency, and versatility for demanding manufacturing applications.
All units are sourced from our state-of-the-art facility in Shenzhen, ensuring strict quality control and adherence to international production standards. Ideal for prototyping and low-to-mid volume production, these CNC lathes support a wide range of materials and part geometries.
For inquiries and pricing, contact Susan Leo at [email protected]. Response time within 24 business hours.
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