Absolute Machine Tools provides a comprehensive offering of rigid, heavy-duty You Ji vertical lathes and vertical turning centers. Chuck capacities extend from 8″ to 315″. The selection includes single or dual RAM, 3 – 5 axis mill/turn, inverted spindle and fixed or moveable-rail style machines with side heads, integrated pallet changers, a variety of toolchangers and Y-axes among available options. Specialized machines for production of wheels, bearings and aerospace parts are available. All You Ji vertical lathes are built with Timken cross-roller high quality bearings to ensure rigidity and accuracy.
In a vertical turning center, gravity reinforces workholding security and process stability. Workpiece weight is directed straight down into the machine foundation and produces no off-axis loads on the spindle. Fixturing is simplified and clamping forces are greatly reduced. The arrangement minimizes the effect of interrupted cuts compared to horizontal lathes while facilitating part handling and increasing the amount of weight the machine can handle. Vertical turning centers often have a smaller footprint than equivalent horizontal lathes. Read More.
