Lathes
Flat-Bed CNC Lathe
Turn steel or aluminum shafts, sleeves and other round parts. Typical operations include external turning and facing.
Equipment topics
What to check when selecting a machine
Check the largest diameter at the cutting position, the length that needs to be turned, and whether the bar must pass through the spindle. Longer parts may need tailstock support.
Material
- Steel
- Aluminum
Need a specific configuration?
Send a drawing with the material, largest diameter, overall length, tolerances and planned batch size.
News
NewsFactory Acceptance Checks for a Flat-Bed CNC Lathe
Buyers should agree pass or fail criteria for a flat-bed CNC lathe before the factory acceptance test, covering geometry, spindle, machining results, and documentation.
Demonstrating a Flat-Bed CNC Lathe With Your Own Workpiece
Buyers should require a demonstration on their own steel or aluminum part, then use the results to set acceptance criteria in the RFQ.
MACH reports two machine tool sales after live demos at Advanced Engineering
MACH Machine Tools says live machining demonstrations at Advanced Engineering 2026 drew more than 30 enquiries, with two turning into machine tool sales within 24 hours of the show closing. The supplier ran a bed mill and a flat bed lathe under power.