What is the difference between CNC lathes and CNC machining centers in Dongguan CNC Precision Machining Factory

The CNC lathes and CNC machining centers of Dongguan CNC Precision Processing Factory are common automatic CNC machines that provide services for the mass automated production of parts and products. So, what is the difference between CNC lathes and CNC machining centers?

1. Structural differences: In terms of composition, CNC lathes are controlled by two axes, while CNC machining centers have three or more axes for control. For the storage structure of cutting tools for machining parts, CNC lathes are equipped with tool holders, which come in two forms: turret type and cutter row type. Various cutting tools for cutting parts can be installed on them. However, the CNC machining center is equipped with a tool library, which includes hat style, synchronous type, and optical disc, among which the tool capacity has significantly increased.

2. Differences in machining range: The machining range of CNC machining centers is significantly increased compared to CNC lathes. Cutting machine manufacturers are divided into flame cutting machines, plasma cutting machines, laser cutting machines, water cutting machines, etc. Laser cutting machines have the fastest efficiency, highest cutting accuracy, and generally have smaller cutting thicknesses. CNC lathes are only used for machining rotary parts, and CNC machining centers are used for milling, boring, cutting, and threading, not to mention. There are also three CNC machining centers, four, and divided into five axes. The more axes there are, the wider the range of parts processing. For example, the five axes of the Shanghai CNC machining center can process complex curved parts.

The difference in programming also lies in the use of a computer program control system. The three-axis or four-axis programming of a CNC machining center is similar to that of a CNC lathe in some aspects, and some basic instructions can be generalized. However, the five axis programming of CNC machining centers is relatively complex, as the spindle center changes at any time when machining curved parts. Therefore, it is difficult for Dongguan CNC Precision Machining Factory to consider the running trajectory of the spindle when programming.