Does a Scanning Probe Make Sense on a Swiss-Type?
Swiss-types have limited tooling capacity, but there can be advantages to giving up some of that capacity to take advantage of a touch probe — in fact, a scanning probe — to enable in-process part measurements.
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Absolute Machine Tools Turning Center Provides Improved Chip Removal
Johnford SL-300L-II slant-bed turning centers are constructed with a one-piece Meehanite cast iron base for strength and rigidity, as well as to dissipate heat away from the part.
Keeping Watch on Small Parts
From watch parts to exotic medical applications, this shop takes on the world of micromachining.
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Index Corporation Lathes Feature Upgraded Toolholders
The Index B400/B500 and Traub TNA400/TNA500 lathes are equipped with the VDI40 radial turret with 18 toolholders.