All About Sliding Head Machines

What does a Sliding Head Machine do?

A slidinghead turning is a type of machining that specialises in very small components, with diameter size that is usually smaller than 32 mm. These small components are manufactured on a large scale and very productively.

Appearance

A sliding head machine is a big machine that:

·         Has a number of axes

·         Has both front end and back end machining

·         Has its own set of turning tools

·         Has both drilling tools and other similar tools

How does a Sliding Head Machine Work?

A sliding head machine works through this method:

·         The material slides through what is called a guide bush.

·         It is then rotated through a second spindle, which in turn pushes it through the guide bush.

The benefits of using a Sliding Head Machine

Accuracy – using a sliding head machine ensures that that parts you produce are precise, with superb finish. No need to rely on the skills of a machinist, as the machine itself is already programmed to produce excellent products without worrying about uniformity. Its work is as accurate as possible and totally reliable.

Speed – having a machine to operate continuously makes sure that your profit is secured. Aside from this, you can also count on meeting deadlines without having to think about work quality and quantity. The speed of work is very important in any business, and having a fast and steady production of high quality products is crucial.

Quality – the quality of work is always on top of the list. With a sliding head machine, the quality of work becomes unquestionable. Its program is set to produce only the finest parts without missing the smallest detail. In addition to this, the quality of work with a sliding head machine remains consistent all throughout.

Easy to operate – an advantage of using a sliding head machine is that it is very easy to program and operate. It can also operate without any supervision, making it highly ideal for mass production of industrial parts.

A sliding head machine was originally designed to automatically produce very intricate parts of a watch. Even though a sliding head machine was meant to contribute greatly to the watch industry, it has proven to be indispensable when it comes to many other applications in the industrial field.