Machine Comparison
Tornos Swiss GT 26 vs Tornos SwissNano
Tornos vs Tornos · Swiss-Type Lathes
Summary
The Tornos Swiss GT 26 and the Tornos SwissNano are both Swiss-type lathes, but they are aimed at different part sizes. The Tornos Swiss GT 26 is the machine for general bar work with substantial back-working, cross-drilling and light milling. The Tornos SwissNano is built for micro-turned parts and takes little floor space.
Tornos publishes few comparable figures for this pair. The one row the table holds is the axis layout, and it is the same on both: 6 linear axes plus 2 C-axes. Bar capacity, spindle speed and power cannot be compared from the table, so confirm them against the part before choosing.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Tornos Swiss GT 26 | Tornos SwissNano |
|---|---|---|
| Axes | 6 linear axes + 2 C-axis | 6 linear + 2 C-axes |
Advantages
Tornos Swiss GT 26
- Suited to larger bar work with substantial back-working on the counter spindle
- Handles turned parts with cross-drilling and light milling
Tornos SwissNano
- Built for micro-turned parts in small diameters
- Narrow machine for shops short of floor space
- Independent tool systems for front and back machining of small parts
Verdict
The table settles little here: both machines have 6 linear axes plus 2 C-axes. Choose by part size instead. The Tornos Swiss GT 26 fits shops turning larger bar into parts with substantial back-working, cross-drilling and light milling. The Tornos SwissNano fits shops making micro-turned parts, especially where floor space is tight. A shop whose parts fall clearly in one group is unlikely to need the other machine.