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How CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc Improves Brake Disc Accuracy and Reduces Machining Time

Update Time  2025-10-22 18:38 Read

The featured video presents the LYV‑500 CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc machining automotive brake discs in real time, showing both rough and finish turning of dual surfaces. The footage highlights the controlled cutting process—with no internal structures revealed—demonstrating the stability, efficiency, and precision achievable with this specialized brake disc machining solution.


Designed for high‑accuracy brake disc and hub processing, the CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc adopts a thermally symmetric box‑ribbed cast‑iron base and column. Manufactured from HT300 cast iron, the structure minimizes thermal distortion and provides exceptional rigidity under heavy‑cutting conditions. This heat‑balanced design ensures long‑term dimensional accuracy, even during high‑load continuous production.


One of the most notable features of the CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc is its ability to machine both brake disc surfaces simultaneously. The dual‑face turning capability improves the parallelism of discs, enhances surface consistency, and cuts total processing time by nearly 50%. This results in higher throughput and uniform brake disc quality—critical factors for modern automotive production lines demanding reliable, high‑precision output.


The feed axes are designed with wide spans for enhanced stiffness. Both the X and Z axes use large‑specification, high‑rigidity roller linear guides and precision ball screws that significantly reduce transmission deformation while increasing cutting strength. Direct servo motor connections via flexible couplings shorten the drive chain, delivering quiet operation, fast response, and precise positioning. This configuration enables smooth finishing and repeatable accuracy when machining any brake disc or hub component.


The LYV‑500 CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc integrates an automatic decompression lubrication system that intermittently delivers oil to each specific lubrication point with precise volume, timing, and pressure control. This centralized, intelligent system ensures consistent lubrication across all key moving parts and allows long‑term, worry‑free operation under demanding production cycles. The eight‑station hydraulic turret delivers high rigidity with reliable, rapid tool changes and accurate indexing, reducing downtime between operations.


To facilitate reliable chip management, the casting base incorporates an internal structure combining steep angles and vertical surfaces for natural chip evacuation. This prevents accumulation, keeping the machining area clean and ensuring smooth operation. The ergonomic design—with a rotatable operator panel and logically arranged control interface—simplifies tool setup, calibration, and fault handling. The machine's integrated electromechanical‑hydraulic design features a fully enclosed guard structure that delivers safety, smooth appearance, and operator comfort.


By allowing users to process both sides of precision parts in one cycle, the CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc reduces the need for custom jigs, lowers production preparation times, and significantly increases machining efficiency. It is particularly effective for high‑volume automotive component manufacturing where consistency, cycle reduction, and cost savings are paramount. In addition to brake discs, the LYV‑500 is suitable for a wide range of disk‑type parts such as flywheels, engine end covers, pulleys, and transmission gears, providing manufacturers with a versatile and economical solution for complex component production.


As seen in the video, the LYV‑500 CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc maintains stable performance throughout rough and finish operations. The cutting tool remains steady under load, the spindle rotates smoothly without vibration, and the result is a precisely machined brake disc that meets tight dimensional tolerances. Combining structural rigidity, high‑precision drive systems, and intelligent automation, this model exemplifies Hengga Intelligent's commitment to producing reliable, efficient, and user‑friendly vertical lathe solutions.


Ultimately, the CNC Vertical Lathe for Brake Disc helps manufacturers shorten production cycles, improve part quality, and reduce operational costs—offering a practical, high‑value machining solution for modern automotive brake disc production where precision, efficiency, and stability matter most.