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The Role of Brake Disc CNC Turning Lathe in Brake Disc Manufacturing
In the automotive manufacturing sector, the LYV-SD500 brake disc CNC turning lathe has emerged as a pivotal tool, enhancing both efficiency and precision. This advanced machine facilitates a seamless one-time clamping process that integrates rough and fine machining of brake discs and hub-like components. Its ability to finely turn dual brake surfaces in a single setup marks a significant improvement over traditional methods, boosting production efficiency by over 30%.
The design of this CNC lathe features a vertical spindle and chuck arrangement, accompanied by a turning spindle and two tool positions, which can be configured with either gang tools or a turret. The structure incorporates a thermally symmetrical box-type ribbed design for the bed and column, while the extended span of the X/Z axes ensures robust resistance during heavy-duty cutting. This makes the lathe particularly suited for high-precision automated mass production of brake discs and similar parts.
A key aspect of the brake disc CNC turning lathe is its adaptability and robustness, especially in handling disc-type components. Its vertical workpiece spindle can be integrated with upstream and downstream processes, supporting both automated and manual loading and unloading. This flexibility makes it a preferred choice in the automotive brake disc machining industry, while also proving valuable for other disc-type component applications.
The machine’s castings undergo double tempering and aging treatment, ensuring structural integrity. All contact surfaces between the bed and the base are hand-scraped for precision, delivering reliable and stable performance. The use of imported P4 grade precision bearings, complemented by symmetrical axial and radial preload, ensures noiseless operation even at high speeds.
The X/Y axes are equipped with high-precision double-nut preloaded ball screws, designed with end support seat locking and pulling to eliminate backlash and compensate for thermal expansion errors. This guarantees accurate positioning. The spindle lubrication system uses imported high-grade grease, offering maintenance-free operation.
For added precision and reliability, the lathe can be fitted with an imported high-rigidity hydraulic tool post, known for its high repeatability in positioning. The centralized machine control panel further enhances user convenience, enabling quick and easy operation.
The integration of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic modular design results in a compact, aesthetically pleasing, and user-friendly machine. This design effectively increases the efficiency of loading and unloading heavy workpieces, significantly reducing operator labor intensity.
Cost-effective, efficient, and stable, the brake disc CNC turning lathe is optimal not only for automotive brake disc and engine end cap machining but also for various mechanical industry applications involving complex disc-shaped components.