Is a CNC Walking Machine the same as a CNC Lathe？

CNC walking machines and CNC lathes are two different types of CNC machine tools. Although both use CNC technology for machining, they differ in the structure and processing method of the machine tool.

CNC walking machine is an automated processing equipment mainly used for processing bearing parts, used to process precision parts such as walking bearings, integral ductile iron, alloy cast iron, etc. CNC walking machine is composed of CNC system, transmission system, processing system, hydraulic system, etc. Its processing principle is to use the chuck at the end to fix the workpiece, and then use a clamping mechanism to fix the middle hole, Then, use the cutting tool to cut the workpiece.

CNC lathe is a specialized equipment used for machining shaft parts. CNC lathe mainly consists of CNC system, feed system, spindle system, tool holder system, etc. The machining principle of CNC lathe is to fix the workpiece on a rotary workbench, and then cut the workpiece through the rotation of the main shaft and the feed of the tool holder.

Although both CNC walking machines and CNC lathes are CNC machining equipment, there are differences in their structure. CNC walking machines mainly use the end chuck positioning method, while CNC lathes use the rotary workbench positioning method. Therefore, when using them, different parts need to be selected. In addition, CNC walking machines are usually used for processing fine parts such as bearings, CNC lathes are more suitable for batch processing of shaft parts.

In terms of machining methods, there are also differences between CNC walking machines and CNC lathes. CNC walking machines usually use a tool insertion machining method, which involves inserting the tool into the middle hole of the workpiece before cutting, while CNC lathes use a turning machining method, which involves cutting the surface of the workpiece through the distance movement of the tool holder and the rotation of the blade.

Overall, although both CNC walking machines and CNC lathes are CNC machining equipment, they differ in structure and machining methods, and need to be selected for different machining objects when used.