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Swiss Turn Lathes

Sliding head lathes are also known as Swiss turn lathes or Swiss automatic lathes as they were originally designed in 19th century Switzerland for machining small high-precision watch parts and components to support the growing Swiss watch industry.

This accuracy is achieved because sliding head CNC machines (Sliding Headstock Lathes) remain stationary, allowing the material to move in the Z-axis. The processing time is also reduced as a result.

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Swiss Auto Lathes

Swiss Turn Sliding Head Lathes

There are many benefits of choosing a Doosan sliding head CNC lathe machine.

  • Simple to programme and operate
  • Dramatically reduce cycle times
  • Provide increased accuracy
  • Can operate unattended 24/7
  • Provide a reduction in cost-per-part

Quick set-up and ease of use for the sliding head lathe means the efficiency of your operations will increase, allowing you to ramp up production and grow capacity – leading to higher revenue.

Additionally, sliding head lathes can run unattended overnight, enabling manufacturers to reduce the cost-per-part – and lower costs means higher profits.

Furthermore, cycle times will reduce because parts can be machined simultaneously using three different tools at the same time – cutting devices are placed close to the material, lowering idle time.

Ultimately sliding head CNC machines that slash cycle times can create components in one hit, so you don’t need to plan a lengthy production process as this single machine can get the job done.

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  • Up to 35mm bar diameter
  • Up to 27 tool capacity
  • Cost-competitive, versatile and reliable
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All Swiss Turn Lathes

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Puma ST38GSII

Swiss Turn Lathes

Doosan Puma ST10GSII Swiss Turn Lathes
  • 7.5kW/8000rpm spindle
  • 38 mm max turning diameter
  • 3000 mm max turning length
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Puma ST35GSII

Swiss Turn Lathes

Doosan Puma ST35GSII Swiss Turn Lathes
  • 7.5kW/8000rpm spindle
  • 35 mm max turning diameter
  • 300 mm max turning length
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Puma ST26GSII

Swiss Turn Lathes

Doosan Puma ST10GSII Swiss Turn Lathes
  • 5.5kW/8000rpm spindle
  • 26 mm max turning diameter
  • 200 mm max turning length
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Puma ST20GSII

Swiss Turn Lathes

Doosan Puma ST10GSII Swiss Turn Lathes
  • 3.7kW/8000rpm spindle
  • 20 mm max turning diameter
  • 200 mm max turning length
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Puma ST10GSII

Swiss Turn Lathes

Doosan Puma ST10GSII Swiss Turn Lathes
  • 3.7kW/12000rpm spindle
  • 10 mm max turning diameter
  • 120 mm max turning length
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If you’d like to find out more about any of our machines, if you’d like a brochure or want to book a demo, then we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re looking for a specific machine, or want to know more about our turnkey or automated solutions, Mills CNC can help.