- Workpiece Types: CNC lathes are primarily used for machining circular or cylindrical parts, while CNC vertical machining centers are preferred for processing complex parts with various geometries.
Processing Methods: CNC lathes work by rotating the workpiece and machining the surfaces using cutting tools, whereas CNC vertical machining centers fix the workpiece and perform machining with versatile movements.
Intended Use: CNC lathes are generally used for the production of circular or cylindrical parts, while CNC vertical machining centers are employed for the manufacturing and processing of more complex parts with diverse geometries.
Number of Cutting Tools: CNC lathes typically utilize one or two cutting tools, while CNC vertical machining centers can operate with multiple cutting tools.
Operational Capabilities: CNC vertical machining centers possess more versatile and complex processing capabilities, whereas CNC lathes focus on simpler turning operations.
These differences allow CNC lathes to be preferred for the machining of circular/cylindrical parts, and CNC vertical machining centers to be chosen for the processing of more intricate and diverse geometries. Each machine is selected based on specific usage requirements and workpiece types.
