What Is a CNC Turning Center?
What Is a CNC Turning Center? A CNC Turning center is a more advanced adaptation of a very old process of machining, the lathe. This process holds the material within a clamping device called a “chuck” and rotates the chuck & material then introduces a static or counter rotating tool to the material, shaving off part of it until the desired shape and size is realized. Utilizing the function of a CNC (Computerized Numerical Controller) the tool can complete standard routines to turn, tap, thread and perform many other functions of the turning center. Often equipped with a bar feeder and parts catcher, the CNC turning Center is quickly and easily automated to provide hours of precision production requirements. 4 Types of CNC Turning Centers CNC Turning as described above is the basis of the part rotation while a static or counter rotating cutter approaches on a controlled axis. Although there are many types of CNC turning centers that vary in design in order to accommodate a va...