Machine Comparison
Hyundai WIA L230A vs Hyundai-WIA LV 800RM
Hyundai WIA vs Hyundai-WIA · CNC Lathes
Summary
The Hyundai WIA L230A and the Hyundai-WIA LV 800RM are both Hyundai WIA turning machines, but they serve different jobs. The L230A is a compact lathe for small to medium chucked parts up to 310 mm in diameter. The LV 800RM is a vertical turning lathe that swings 800 mm (31.5 in) parts such as brake rotors, flywheels and pump bodies.
The LV 800RM leads on every size and power figure in the table: 460 mm (18.1 in) of X travel against 220 mm, 600 mm (23.6 in) of Z travel against 560 mm, and a 37 kW (50 HP) spindle against 15/11 kW. Both carry 12 tools. The L230A runs a Fanuc i-Series control and the LV 800RM a Fanuc 0i-TF Plus.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Hyundai WIA L230A | Hyundai-WIA LV 800RM |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 220 mm | 460 mm (18.1 in) ▲ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 560 mm | 600 mm (23.6 in) ▲ |
| Max Turning Diameter | 310 mm | 800 mm (31.5 in) ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 15/11 kW | 37 kW (50 HP) ▲ |
| Tool Capacity | 12 | 12 |
| Control | Fanuc i-Series | Fanuc 0i-TF Plus |
Advantages
Hyundai WIA L230A
- Compact lathe sized for small to medium chucked parts up to 310 mm diameter
- Suited to second-operation cells and training rooms where a compact footprint matters
Hyundai-WIA LV 800RM
- 800 mm (31.5 in) maximum turning diameter against 310 mm
- 37 kW (50 HP) spindle against 15/11 kW
- 460 mm (18.1 in) X travel and 600 mm (23.6 in) Z travel against 220 mm and 560 mm
Verdict
These machines do different jobs. The Hyundai WIA L230A suits job shops, Tier 2 and Tier 3 automotive suppliers and training rooms turning small chucked parts in steel, stainless and aluminum up to 310 mm diameter. The Hyundai-WIA LV 800RM suits production of large disc and flange parts, such as brake rotors, flywheels and valve bodies up to 800 mm, where its 37 kW spindle roughs castings and the vertical layout takes gantry or robot loading.