Machine Comparison
Tsugami B0125 vs Tsugami SS20
Tsugami vs Tsugami · Swiss-Type Lathes
Summary
The Tsugami B0125 and the Tsugami SS20 are both Tsugami Swiss-type lathes on the same Fanuc 32i-B control, but in different bar sizes. The SS20 takes bar up to 20 mm (0.79 in) against Ø12 mm (0.5 in), and its main spindle is rated 2.2 / 3.7 kW (3 / 5 hp) against 1.5/2.2 kW (2/2.9 hp). It is listed with 6 axes against 5.
The B0125 is quicker on secondary work: its back spindle runs 200-12,000 rpm against 200 - 10,000 rpm, and its live tools reach 8,000 rpm against 5,000 rpm. It also has the smaller floor space, 1,125 × 1,655 × 1,700 mm against 2,020 × 1,675 × 2,020 mm.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Tsugami B0125 | Tsugami SS20 |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Capacity | Ø12 mm (0.5 in) | 20 mm (0.79 in) ▲ |
| Spindle Power | 1.5/2.2 kW (2/2.9 hp) | 2.2 / 3.7 kW (3 / 5 hp) ▲ |
| Sub-Spindle Speed | 200-12,000 rpm ▲ | 200 - 10,000 rpm |
| Live Tool Speed | 8,000 rpm ▲ | 5,000 rpm |
| Axes | 5 | 6 |
| Control | Fanuc 32i-B | FANUC 32i-B |
| Floor Space | 1,125 × 1,655 × 1,700 mm (44.3 × 65.2 × 66.9 in) | 2,020 × 1,675 × 2,020 mm (79.5 × 65.9 × 79.5 in) |
Advantages
Tsugami B0125
- Back spindle to 12,000 rpm (200-12,000 rpm) against 200 - 10,000 rpm
- 8,000 rpm live tools against 5,000 rpm
- Smaller floor space: 1,125 × 1,655 × 1,700 mm against 2,020 × 1,675 × 2,020 mm
Tsugami SS20
- Bar capacity of 20 mm (0.79 in) against Ø12 mm (0.5 in)
- Main spindle rated 2.2 / 3.7 kW (3 / 5 hp) against 1.5/2.2 kW (2/2.9 hp)
Verdict
Choose the Tsugami SS20 for parts from bar up to 20 mm (0.79 in) that are mostly turned with light cross-drilling, where its 2.2 / 3.7 kW spindle and larger bar capacity count. Choose the Tsugami B0125 for small pins and two-ended parts within Ø12 mm (0.5 in) bar, especially with milled features, where its 8,000 rpm live tools and 12,000 rpm back spindle shorten secondary operations.