Mills CNC Ltd, Leamington Spa (www.millscnc.co.uk) — the exclusive distributor of Doosan machine tools in the UK and Ireland — has introduced a new range of 6 and 8in-chuck Lynx CNC lathes with integrated Y-axis capability. The range comprises two single-spindle models (the 6in chuck/51mm bar capacity Lynx 220LYA and the 8in chuck/65mm bar capacity Lynx 220LYC) and two sub-spindle models (the 6in chuck/51mm bar capacity Lynx 220LSYA and the 8in chuck/65mm bar capacity Lynx LSYC). Moreover, the machines feature roller guideways, a compact footprint, a 300mm maximum turning diameter and a 510mm maximum turning length.

The Y-axis Lynx series is equipped with either a 15kW 4,500rev/min spindle or one rated at 15kW 6,000rev/min; the sub-spindle (where applicable) is rated at 5.5kW 6,000rev/min. All spindles have full C-axis control.

All four models have an integrated ±52.5mm Y axis, giving them the ability to produce completed high-precision, complex parts in fewer set-ups. The machines are also equipped with a 12-station servo-driven turret (24-position indexing) and driven tooling (3.7kW 6,000rev/min) for mill/drill machining operations. The single-spindle version of the machines has a fully programmable tow-along tailstock, and all models are supplied as standard with an automatic tool setter and a parts catcher (the parts catcher on the sub-spindle version handles parts from either the main spindle or the sub-spindle; it can also be used to separate bar ends from finished parts).

Mills CNC’s technical director, Andrew Jack, says: “Our existing Y-axis Puma lathes have — for some time — been the automatic choice for manufacturers machining larger workpieces. The new Lynx Y-axis machines now provide the same level of machine performance and reliability for customers machining smaller, complex, high-precision parts.”