Modern precision manufacturing increasingly demands machines capable of completing multiple machining operations without repeated workpiece repositioning. The 6 Axis Swiss Type Lathe addresses this requirement by integrating advanced motion control with the structural stability of Swiss-type machining technology.
The machine uses a sliding headstock design combined with guide bushing support, allowing the workpiece to remain firmly stabilized during cutting. This configuration is particularly effective when machining long, slender parts that would normally be prone to vibration or bending in conventional turning systems.
Compared with lower-axis Swiss machines, the six-axis configuration expands machining flexibility. Additional motion control allows simultaneous operations such as cross drilling, slot milling, contour turning, and thread forming to be performed in a coordinated sequence. This expanded capability significantly reduces cycle time while improving overall production efficiency.
TAICHUANG supplies this Swiss type lathe to manufacturers seeking highly integrated machining systems capable of supporting demanding precision part production.
| Item | RPC-126 | RPC-126A | RPC-126B | |
| Travel and Hole Diameter | Max Working Speed of Main/Sub-Spindle(rpm) | 8000/8000 | 8000/8000 | 8000/8000 |
| Max Swivel Diameter of Main/Sub-Spindle(mm) | Φ12/Φ12 | Φ12/Φ12 | Φ12/Φ12 | |
| Minimum Divsion Number | Continuous Indexing | Continuous Indexing | Continuous Indexing | |
| Main/Sub-Spindle Hole Diameter(mm) | Φ13/Φ13 | Φ13/Φ13 | Φ13/Φ13 | |
| Main Spindle | OD Turning Tool Specifications and Quantity | |||
| OD Turning Tool Quantity(pcs) | 5 Turning Tool | 5 Turning Tool | 12 Turning Tool | |
| OD Turning Tool Shark Size(mm) | 12×12 | 12×12 | 12×12 | |
| End Face Fixed Tool Quantity(pcs) | 4×Φ20 Round hole(ER11) | 2×Φ20 Round hole(ER11) | / | |
| Max Drilling Diameter(mm) | Φ9 | Φ9 | / | |
| Max Tapping Diameter(mm) | M8 | M8 | / | |
| End Face Power-driven Tool Quantity(pcs) | / | ER11×3 | / | |
| Max Drilling Diameter(mm) | / | Φ5 | / | |
| Max Tapping Diameter(mm) | / | M4 | / | |
| Max Speed(rpm) | / | 5000 | / | |
| Cross Power-driven(Live)Tool Quantity(pcs) | ER11×2 add ER16×2 | ER11×2 add ER16×2 | / | |
| Max Drilling Diameter(mm) | Φ9 | Φ9 | / | |
| Max Tapping Diameter(mm) | M8 | M8 | / | |
| Max Speed(rpm) | 5000 | 5000 | / | |
| Max Saw Blade Milling Diameter(Cross face)(mm) | Φ32/Φ68 | Φ32/Φ68 | / | |
| Guide Bushing Mode/Non-Guide Bushing Mode | ||||
| Sub-Spindle | End Face Power-driven Tool Quantity(pcs) | 3×Φ20Round hole(ER11) | 3×Φ20Round hole(ER11) | 3×Φ20Round hole(ER11) |
| Max Drilling Diameter(mm) | Φ9 | Φ9 | Φ9 | |
| Max Tapping Diameter(mm) | M8 | M8 | M8 | |
| End Face Power-driven Tool Quantity(pcs) | ER11×3 | ER11×3 | ER11×3 | |
| Max Drilling Diameter(mm) | Φ9 | Φ9 | Φ9 | |
| Max Tapping Diameter(mm) | M8 | M8 | M8 | |
| Max Speed(rpm) | 6500 | 6500 | 6500 | |
| Cross Power-driven(Live)Tool Quantity(pcs) | ER11×3 | ER11×3 | ER11×3 | |
| Max Drilling Diameter(mm) | Φ9 | Φ9 | Φ9 | |
| Max Tapping Diameter(mm) | M8 | M8 | M8 | |
| Max Speed(rpm) | 6500 | 6500 | 6500 | |
| Other Parameters | Other Parameters | |||
| Main/Sub-Spindle Motor(kw) | 2.2/2.2 | 2.2/2.2 | 2.2/2.2 | |
| Main Spindle Cross Power-driven Tool Motor(kw) | 1 | 1 | / | |
| Main Spindle End Face Power-driven Tool Motor (kw) | / | / | ||
| 0.4 | ||||
| Sub-Spindle Cross Power-driven Tool Motor(kw) | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Servo Motors(X1,Z1,Y1,X2,Z2)(kw) | X1/Y1/Z1/X2/Z2:1 | X1/Y1/Z1/X2/Z2:1 | X1/Y1/Z1/X2/Z2:1 | |
| Servo Motor(Y2)(kw) | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Lubrication Pumb Motor(kw) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | |
| Coolant Pump Motor(kw) | 0.35 | 0.35 | 0.35 | |
| Rapid Feed Speed(Factory Setting)(m/min) | X1/Y1/Z1/X2/Z2/Y2:25 | X1/Y1/Z1/X2/Z2/Y2:25 | X1/Y1/Z1/X2/Z2/Y2:25 | |
| Coolant Tank Capacity(L) | 200 | 200 | 200 | |
| Lubrication Unit Capacity(L) | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| Center Height(mm) | 1050 | 1050 | 1050 | |
| Dimensions(Length×Width×Height)(mm)(Packaging Dimensions add 200) | 2310×1880×1800 | 2310×1880×1800 | 2310×1880×1800 | |
| Machine Weight(kg) | 2500 | 2500 | 2500 | |
| Machine Power(kw) | 13 | 13.5 | 12 | |
The six-axis structure enables more complex tool movement paths, allowing advanced machining strategies for intricate component geometries.
Turning, milling, drilling, and threading operations can be performed in one continuous machining cycle.
The guide bushing stabilizes the workpiece close to the cutting zone, reducing vibration and improving machining accuracy.
6 Axis Swiss Type Lathes are designed to produce small precision components efficiently within a relatively compact machine footprint.
Multi-axis machining allows several processes to be completed without transferring parts between machines.
Complex component features can be machined through coordinated axis movement.
Stable cutting conditions help maintain tight tolerance requirements across long production runs.
Combining multiple operations into one machining cycle supports faster throughput in precision component manufacturing.
The 6 Axis Swiss Type Lathe is widely used in industries that require precision machining of complex small components.
Common applications include:
medical implant components
precision electronic connectors
miniature shafts and pins
high-precision automotive parts
aerospace instrumentation components
watch and micro-mechanical parts
Manufacturers producing high-value precision components often rely on Swiss machining technology for its stability and accuracy.
TAICHUANG provides a range of industrial equipment solutions for global manufacturing industries. The Swiss type lathe systems supplied by TAICHUANG focus on supporting precision machining requirements across various sectors.
Key advantages include:
professional equipment supply for precision manufacturing
solutions suitable for small-part machining applications
equipment supporting high accuracy production
global industry application experience
TAICHUANG aims to help manufacturers improve machining capability through reliable industrial equipment solutions.
What is the advantage of a 6 axis Swiss type lathe compared with fewer axis machines?
A six-axis system provides additional tool movement capability, allowing more complex machining operations to be performed in a single cycle.
What type of parts are typically produced on Swiss type lathes?
Swiss type lathes are commonly used for small precision components such as pins, connectors, shafts, and miniature fasteners.
Why is a guide bushing important in Swiss machining?
The guide bushing supports the workpiece very close to the cutting tool, which helps maintain rigidity when machining slender parts.
Can the machine support continuous production?
Yes. Swiss type lathes are commonly used for high-volume precision manufacturing where stable machining performance is required.
Which industries benefit most from Swiss type machining?
Industries such as medical devices, electronics, aerospace instrumentation, and automotive precision parts frequently use Swiss machining technology.
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