Machine Comparison
Takamaz XT-8 vs Takamaz XW-130
Takamaz vs Takamaz · CNC Lathes
Summary
The Takamaz XT-8 and the Takamaz XW-130 are both turning-only CNC lathes from the same maker, and both run the FANUC 0i-TF Plus control. The difference is layout: the Takamaz XW-130 is a twin-spindle machine whose X travel is quoted per turret, while the Takamaz XT-8 is aimed at turning and boring of chucked parts, often fed by a loader. Takamaz publishes few comparable figures for this pair.
The one measured difference is X-axis travel: 190 mm (7.5 in) on the Takamaz XT-8 against 150 mm (5.9 in) per turret on the Takamaz XW-130. The Takamaz XW-130 answers with two spindles for turning-only production of flanges, caps and short hubs, and driven tools can be added as an extra-cost option.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Takamaz XT-8 | Takamaz XW-130 |
|---|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 190 mm (7.5 in) ▲ | 150 mm (5.9 in) per turret |
| Control | TAKAMAZ & FANUC 0i-TF Plus | Fanuc 0i-TF Plus |
Advantages
Takamaz XT-8
- 190 mm (7.5 in) of X-axis travel against 150 mm (5.9 in) per turret
- Can hold larger blanks in an optional larger chuck, at extra cost
- Suited to loader-fed turning and boring of chucked parts
Takamaz XW-130
- Two spindles for turning-only production
- Driven tools available as an option for cells that may need them later
- Suited to flanges, caps and short hubs
Verdict
With only X-axis travel and the control published side by side, the choice rests on layout. Choose the Takamaz XT-8 for turning and boring of chucked parts that need its 190 mm (7.5 in) of X travel or an optional larger chuck, especially with a loader. Choose the Takamaz XW-130 for volume production of flanges, caps and short hubs on two spindles, within 150 mm (5.9 in) of X travel per turret, with driven tools as a later option.