Machine Comparison
Tsugami B0326 vs Tsugami B0385
Tsugami vs Tsugami · Swiss-Type Lathes
Summary
The Tsugami B0326 and the Tsugami B0385 are the larger Tsugami Swiss-type lathes, and both run a FANUC 32i-B control. The B0385 takes the bigger bar, Ø38 mm (1.5 in) against 32 mm (1.26 in), while the B0326 is the faster machine.
The B0326's main spindle runs 200 - 8,000 RPM against 200-6,000 rpm, its back spindle 200 - 8,000 RPM against 200-7,000 rpm, and its live tools 200 - 6,000 RPM against 5,000 rpm. It is also listed with 6 axes against 5. Both stand 1,970 mm (77.5 in) tall; the floor space is laid out differently, 2,628 × 1,280 mm for the B0326 against 1,345 × 2,520 mm for the B0385.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Tsugami B0326 | Tsugami B0385 |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Capacity | 32 mm (1.26 in) | Ø38 mm (1.5 in) ▲ |
| Max Spindle Speed | 200 - 8,000 RPM ▲ | 200-6,000 rpm |
| Sub-Spindle Speed | 200 - 8,000 RPM ▲ | 200-7,000 rpm |
| Live Tool Speed | 200 - 6,000 RPM ▲ | 5,000 rpm |
| Axes | 6 | 5 |
| Control | FANUC 32i-B | FANUC 32i-B |
| Floor Space | 2,628 × 1,280 × 1,970 mm (103.5 × 50.4 × 77.5 in) | 1,345 × 2,520 × 1,970 mm (52.9 × 99.2 × 77.5 in) |
Advantages
Tsugami B0326
- Main spindle to 8,000 RPM against 6,000 rpm
- Back spindle to 8,000 RPM against 7,000 rpm
- Live tools to 6,000 RPM against 5,000 rpm
Tsugami B0385
- Bar capacity of Ø38 mm (1.5 in) against 32 mm (1.26 in)
- Described for large Swiss-turned parts and heavy turning
Verdict
Choose the Tsugami B0385 when parts need bar above 32 mm (1.26 in), up to Ø38 mm (1.5 in), and heavy turning is the main operation. Choose the Tsugami B0326 for bar work up to 32 mm with many cross holes and milled features, where its 200 - 6,000 RPM live tools, 6 axes and higher main and back spindle speeds suit the smaller diameters.