Looking into options for tooling changer options for a 2021 TL-1 lathe that was purchased used with a Dorian CXA tool post. The lathe was a good price with basically no hours but lacked a auto turret.
Background
- 50 parts runs at most. 3-6 tool changes each part
- space does not fit full sized cnc lathe
- speed isnt critical but would be nice to avoid changing tools constantly.
Looking into several options to increase the productivity of the lathe and reduce the need to change between tool holders.
Auto turret
1. Haas Turret ~10-12k install?
Any other manufactures that can be installed on a Haas?
Improved manual
1. Dorian Quadra 1.5k
2. Design a gang tooling setup.
Not sure why but seems the thru coolant tool posts have fallen out of favor for the manufactures.
Looking for suggestions.
Background
- 50 parts runs at most. 3-6 tool changes each part
- space does not fit full sized cnc lathe
- speed isnt critical but would be nice to avoid changing tools constantly.
Looking into several options to increase the productivity of the lathe and reduce the need to change between tool holders.
Auto turret
1. Haas Turret ~10-12k install?
Any other manufactures that can be installed on a Haas?
Improved manual
1. Dorian Quadra 1.5k
2. Design a gang tooling setup.
Not sure why but seems the thru coolant tool posts have fallen out of favor for the manufactures.
Looking for suggestions.