Industrial CNC Machine Directory

Citizen Cincom L20-X

$220,000 - $340,000 Updated 2026-03-19
Citizen Cincom L20-X Swiss-Type Lathes
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Key Specifications

Rapid Traverse

32 m/min

max bar capacity

20 mm (0.787 in), 25 mm (1.0 in) option

max machining diameter

dia. 20 mm, dia. 25 mm [1”] option

max machining length

Max. 50 mm per chucking

main spindle speed

10,000 RPM

main spindle power

2.2 / 3.7 / 5.5 kW (3 / 5 / 7.4 HP)

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Overview

The Citizen Cincom L20-X is the 10-axis configuration with 45 tool positions, the highest tool count in the L20 range. The X (10-axis) delivers extensive simultaneous multi-axis operation optimized for maximum tooling configurations.

Main spindle at 10,000 RPM with 2.2/3.7/5.5 kW. Back spindle at 10,000 RPM with 1.5/2.2/3.7 kW. 45 max tool positions with 6 gang turning tools and 25 rotary tools, 6 front drilling and 8 back drilling positions. LFV standard on both spindles.

Rapid traverse 32 m/min. Dimensions 2,222 x 1,625 x 1,835 mm at 2,680 kg. Guide bushing and guide-bushless configurations available.

The L20-X is optimal when maximum tool count is the priority over maximum axis count. Its 45 positions accommodate the most comprehensive tooling layouts for complex parts requiring many unique operations.

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Full Specifications

Parameter Value
Max Bar Capacity 20 mm (0.787 in), 25 mm (1.0 in) option
Max Machining Diameter dia. 20 mm, dia. 25 mm [1”] option
Max Machining Length Max. 50 mm per chucking
Main Spindle Speed 10,000 RPM
Main Spindle Power 2.2 / 3.7 / 5.5 kW (3 / 5 / 7.4 HP)
Back Spindle Speed 10,000 RPM
Back Spindle Power 1.5 / 2.2 / 3.7 kW (2 / 3 / 5 HP)
Spindle Bore 26.4 mm (1.04 in)
Number Of Axes 10-axis simultaneous
Number Of Tools Up to 45
Gang Turning Tools 6
Gang Rotary Tools 25
Front Drilling 6
Back Drilling 8
Rotary Tool Speed 6,000 RPM (rated 4,500 RPM)
Rapid Traverse Rate 32 m/min
Lfv Chip Breaking Yes (simultaneous dual-spindle)
Guide Bushing WFG206-M, DFG206-M, FG521-M (dia. 25 mm [1”])
Machine Dimensions W 2,222 × D 1,625 × H 1,835 mm
Machine Weight 2,680 kg
CNC Control Mitsubishi Meldas (Citizen software)
Item VIII
Model L20E – 3M8
Max Machining Length 20 Mm Dia Spec 200 mm per chucking
Max Machining Length 25 Mm Dia Spec 188 mm per chucking
Max Front Drilling Diameter dia. 10 mm
Max Front Tapping Diameter M8 (cutting tap)
Spindle Through Hole Diameter dia. 26.4 mm
Spindle Rotation Max. 10,000 min⁻¹
Max Chucking Diameter Of Back Spindle dia. 20 mm, dia. 25 mm [1”] option
Max Taking Out Length Of The Workpiece 130 mm
Max Workpiece Protrusion Length Of Back Spindle 40 mm
Gang Tool Post Rotary Tool Max Drilling Diameter dia. 8 mm
Gang Tool Post Rotary Tool Max Tapping Diameter M6 (cutting tap)
Gang Tool Post Rotary Tool Spindle Rotation Max. 6,000 min⁻¹ (rated: 4,500 min⁻¹)S3 motor: Max. 9,000 min⁻¹ (rated: 9,000 min⁻¹)
Rotary Tools On Opposite Tool Post Max. 6,000 min⁻¹ (rated: 4,500 min⁻¹)
Max Number Of Mountable Tools 38
Turning Tools On Gang Tool Post 6
Rotary Tools On Gang Tool Post 25
Front Drilling Tool 3
Tool Size sq. 12 mm (sq. 13 mm, sq. 16 mm)
Sleeve dia. 25 mm (GDS107, 210), dia. 19.05 mm
Front Spindle Collet Chuck FC034-M, FC071-M (ø25 mm [1”])
Rotary Tool Collet Chuck ER11, ER16
Chuck For Drill Sleeve ER11, ER16
Rapid Feed Rate X1, Y1, Z1, X2, Z2: 32 m/minY2 axis: 8 m/min (X only)
Motors Front Spindle Drive 2.2 / 3.7 / 5.5 kW (continuous/15 min/10%ED)
Motors Back Spindle Drive 1.5 / 2.2 / 3.7 kW (continuous/40%ED/10%ED)
Motor For Gang Rotary Tools 1.0 kW (2.2 kW with S3 motor)
Motor For Front Rotary Tool Drive 0.75 kW
Motor For Back Rotary Tool Drive 0.75 kW
Coolant Motor 0.4 kW
Rated Power Consumption 8.3 kVA
Average Load Operation Power Consumption 4.5 kVA
Total Load Current 37 A (41 A with S3 motor)
Main Breaker Capacity 60 A
Power Supply Voltage AC 200V ± 10%
Pneumatic Device Required Pressure 0.5 MPa
Pneumatic Device Flow Rate 52 / 55 / 177 L / min (Power ON / Normal / With air blow)
Machine Height 1,830 mm

Specifications sourced from citizenmachinery.co.uk — verified 2026-03-28

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Strengths & Limitations

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Best For

Shops producing the most complex 20mm Swiss parts needing maximum tool count Medical manufacturers where diverse bone screw head styles need many tool positions Aerospace precision shops with complex small-diameter fittings High-mix shops where maximum tool positions reduce changeover frequency Operations where tool count is the limiting factor on existing Swiss machines
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Frequently Asked Questions

01 Cost?

New L20-X runs $220,000-$340,000.

02 L20-X vs L20-XII?

L20-X has 45 tools (most in family) with 10 axes. L20-XII has 41 tools with 12 axes. Choose X for max tools, XII for max axes.

03 LFV included?

Yes, standard on both spindles.

04 Why X over XII?

When max tool count (45 vs 41) matters more than max axis count (10 vs 12).

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Videos

Cutting Demo: Citizen-Cincom L20-X

Cutting Demo: Citizen-Cincom L20-X

Zeman Technologies

Citizen-Cincom L20-XII at IMTS 2014

Citizen-Cincom L20-XII at IMTS 2014

Zeman Technologies

CITIZEN Cincom L20-XII with ATC (Automatic Tool Changer) www.citizenmachinery.co.uk

CITIZEN Cincom L20-XII with ATC (Automatic Tool Changer) www.citizenmachinery.co.uk

Swiss CNC

Citizen L20x Part Demonstration

Citizen L20x Part Demonstration

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Citizen-Cincom L20-IX Introduction

Citizen-Cincom L20-IX Introduction

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