Machine Comparison
Tsugami B0385 vs Tsugami M08J
Tsugami vs Tsugami · Swiss-Type Lathes
Summary
The Tsugami B0385 and the Tsugami M08J are listed together as Swiss-type lathes, but they are built for different work. The B0385 is a Swiss-type lathe for large bar-fed parts; the M08J is described as a compact two-axis chuck lathe for OD, ID and drilling jobs, chucked or bar-fed.
The makers publish few comparable figures for this pair. The B0385's main spindle runs 200-6,000 rpm against 4,000 rpm on the M08J, and the two use different controls: FANUC 32i-B on the B0385 against FANUC 0i-TF on the M08J.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Tsugami B0385 | Tsugami M08J |
|---|---|---|
| Max Spindle Speed | 200-6,000 rpm ▲ | 4,000 rpm |
| Control | FANUC 32i-B | FANUC 0i-TF |
Advantages
Tsugami B0385
- Main spindle to 6,000 rpm (200-6,000 rpm) against 4,000 rpm
- Swiss-type layout for large Swiss-turned parts from bar
Tsugami M08J
- Chuck lathe layout for chucked or bar-fed OD, ID and drilling work
- Described for shops that need a chuck lathe in a small footprint
Verdict
These machines serve different jobs. Choose the Tsugami B0385 for large Swiss-turned parts from bar, where its 200-6,000 rpm main spindle fits. Choose the Tsugami M08J for chucked parts and simple two-axis OD, ID and drilling jobs in a small footprint. With only spindle speed and control published side by side, the deciding question is whether the part is a bar-fed Swiss part or a chucked one.