CNC lathe takes up only 2m x 1.5m of floor space, yet provides a generous 255mm turning diameter, 355mm turning length and a 415mm swing over the front apron.

Turning small parts on a large lathe usually is not the most efficient use of a company's assets, and actually may have an adverse effect on the bottom line. The SL-10 CNC lathe from Haas Automation provides an economical solution for small parts turning in a compact package that is loaded with full-size features. The SL-10 takes up only 2m x 1.5m of floor space, yet provides a generous 255mm turning diameter, 355mm turning length and a 415mm swing over the front apron.

This compact machine is a valuable addition to any shop needing a 'second-op' machine, or wanting to add a lathe where space is at a premium.

It is also the perfect lathe for start-up shops, or as a first step into CNC turning.

The SL-10 comes standard with a 160mm hydraulic chuck and a 10-position bolt-on tool turret.

A 5.6kW vector drive spindle provides speeds to 6,000 rev/min for high surface feedrates, and an A2-5 spindle nose accepts bar stock up to 45mm.

A host of high-productivity options, such as a tool presetter, parts catcher, automatic chip auger and tailstock, are available for the SL-10 to further boost productivity, and the Haas Servo Bar 300 intelligent bar feeder may be added for unattended operation.

MACH 2006 witnessed several brand new machines from Haas Automation, the largest CNC machine tool manufacturer in the world.

Haas demonstrated machines and metal cutting technology for aerospace, automotive, medical, mould and die and general machining industries.

More than 25 CNC technology products were on show demonstrating vertical and horizontal machining and turning applications.