lathe Capabilities

 Steelcrest Precision offers conventional CNC turning, live-tool turning, Y-axis machining, dual-spindle turning, multi-tasking, Swiss machining, and bar-fed production. These capabilities support parts ranging from small, intricate components to large-diameter parts and long shafts. 

 Our conventional CNC lathes can accommodate parts up to 26 inches in diameter and 160 inches long. Final capacity depends on the part’s geometry, material, tolerances, workholding requirements, and machining process. 

 Steelcrest can generally hold standard CNC turning tolerances to ±0.0005 inch and precision-turning tolerances to ±0.0002 inch. Turned surface finishes as fine as 8 Ra are possible, with polishing also available when required. 

 Steelcrest CNC machines a range of metals used in demanding industrial applications. Examples include 304 stainless steel, 17-4 stainless steel, 4140 pre-hardened steel, and INCONEL 625. Each material is evaluated based on the part’s geometry, tolerances, finish, and application requirements. 

 Live-tool CNC turning combines turning with milling, drilling, slotting, flats, and radial features in fewer setups. Steelcrest operates three live-tool CNC lathes with capacity up to 15 inches in diameter by 26 inches long, including an Okuma with robotic loading and unloading. 

 Y-axis CNC turning allows off-center holes, slots, flats, and other complex features to be machined while the component remains in the lathe. Steelcrest has three CNC lathes with milling and Y-axis capabilities, including capacity up to 16 inches in diameter by 80 inches long with 6 inches of Y-axis travel. 

 Dual-spindle CNC turning allows the front and back of a part to be machined with less manual handling between operations. Steelcrest’s dual-spindle lathes support components up to 10 inches in diameter by 8 inches long, helping improve efficiency and repeatability for ongoing production. 

 Yes. Steelcrest uses INTEGREX and Hyper Quadrex multi-tasking platforms to combine CNC turning, milling, drilling, and off-center machining. Completing multiple operations in one machine can reduce setups, part handling, lead time, and feature-to-feature variation. 

 Swiss machining is ideal for small-diameter, long, slender, or feature-dense components requiring tight tolerances and consistent repeatability. Steelcrest operates four high-precision Swiss lathes with bar-fed capacity up to 1.5 inches in diameter and also offers bar-feeder capabilities for bar stock up to 12 feet long. 

 To request a CNC turning quote, provide a part drawing or 3D model, material specification, required tolerances, estimated quantities, surface-finish requirements, and desired delivery date. Include any inspection, certification, secondary-processing, or documentation requirements so our team can accurately evaluate the complete project.