Citizen Cincom L32-X

Est. $240,000 - $340,000 Specs verified 2026-10-03 · cmj.citizen.co.jp Updated 2026-10-03

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

max. 8,000 rpm

Tool Capacity

max. 53

max machining diameter

32 mm (38 mm OP)

max machining length gb machine

320 mm/chuck

max machining length gbl machine

80 mm

max drilling diameter

12 mm

How much does the Citizen Cincom L32-X cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$240,000 - $340,000

Our best estimate for a swiss-type lathe in this class — not a quote from Citizen Machinery. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Citizen Cincom L32-X is the L32 type with the most tool positions, max. 53, and the first in the current series to list back rotary tools and a Y2 axis as standard rows. It is a 32 mm sliding-headstock automatic lathe (38 mm optional) with 8,000 rpm on both spindles and a 320 mm guide-bush stroke.

The back end decides whether this type is needed. Its back rotary tools drill 8 mm and tap M6 at up to 6,000 rpm, and the Y2 axis rapids at 24 m/min to move them off centre. On the Cincom L32-VIII the same rows read OP and the total is 48 tools. That makes the type X the one to look at for large-diameter parts with holes, flats or slots on the cut-off face, which would otherwise go to a second operation. The back spindle adds 10 mm drilling and M10 tapping, with a 3.7/5.5 kW drive.

From the front, the machine handles 12 mm drilling and M12 tapping through a 39 mm spindle bore. Rotary tools on the gang post drill 10 mm and tap M8 at up to 6,000 rpm (rated 4,500 rpm), and the turning tools are 16 mm square by 130 mm. The front spindle motor is listed at 5.5/7.5/7.5 kW. Guide-bushless, one chucking covers 80 mm.

All other axes rapid at 32 m/min. Citizen notes that optional automation and labour-saving devices can be fitted across the series. The machine weighs 3,500 kg and is rated at 16.9 kVA, 10.0 kVA on average under load.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Machining Diameter	32 mm (38 mm OP)
Max Machining Length Gb Machine	320 mm/chuck
Max Machining Length Gbl Machine	80 mm
Max Drilling Diameter	12 mm
Max Tapping Diameter	M12 (cutting tap)
Spindle Bore	ø39 mm
Max Spindle Speed	max. 8,000 rpm
Max Chuck Diameter of Back Spindle	ø32 mm (ø38 mm OP)
Max Drilling Diameter in Back Machining	ø10 mm
Max Tapping Diameter in Back Machining	M10 (cutting tap)
Sub Spindle Speed	max. 8,000 rpm
Max Drilling Diameter for Rotary Tool	ø10 mm
Max Tapping Diameter for Rotary Tool	M8 (cutting tap)
Rotary Tool Spindle Speed	max. 6,000 rpm (rated speed:4,500 rpm)
Max Drilling Diameter for Back Rotary Tool	ø8 mm
Max Tapping Diameter for Back Rotary Tool	M6 (cutting tap)
Spindle Speed of Back Rotaty Tool	max. 6,000 rpm
Tool Capacity	max. 53
Tool Size Turning Tool	□16 mm×130 mm(Cut-off, 20 mm)
Rapid Feed Rate X1 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate X2 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Y1 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Y2 Axis	24 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Z1 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Z2 Axis	32 m/min
Motors for Front Spindle Drive	5.5/7.5/7.5 kW
Motors for Driving Rotary Tools on The Gang Tool Post	1.0 kW
Motors for Back Spindle Drive	3.7/5.5 kW
Motors for Coolant	0.4 kW
Motors Rated Power Consumption	16.9 kVA
Motors Load Operation Average Power Consumption	10.0 kVA
Center Height	1,050 mm
Machine Weight	3,500 kg

Specifications sourced from cmj.citizen.co.jp — verified 2026-10-03

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Max. 53 tools, the highest count in the current L32 columns
Back rotary tools drill 8 mm and tap M6 at up to 6,000 rpm, with a Y2 axis at 24 m/min
Bar capacity of 32 mm, 38 mm with the option, on both spindles
320 mm per chucking with the guide bush, 80 mm without
Front drilling to 12 mm and M12 tapping; rotary tools drill 10 mm and tap M8

Limitations

Back rotary tools are limited to 8 mm drilling and M6 tapping
Y2 rapids at 24 m/min, slower than the 32 m/min of the other axes
8,000 rpm spindle ceiling limits very small tools
3,500 kg and 16.9 kVA rated power to plan for

Best For

32 to 38 mm bar parts with features on both ends Jobs needing up to 53 tools in one setup Long parts up to 320 mm per chucking Reducing second operations on the cut-off face

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does the L32-X have that the L32-VIII does not?

Standard back rotary tools that drill 8 mm and tap M6 at up to 6,000 rpm, and a Y2 axis rapiding at 24 m/min. On the Cincom L32-VIII those rows are marked OP and no Y2 is listed. The L32-X also holds max. 53 tools against 48.

02 How does the L32-X differ from the L32-XII?

Their columns match row for row except the tool count: max. 53 on the L32-X and max. 45 on the Cincom L32-XII. Both have back rotary tools, a Y2 axis at 24 m/min, 8,000 rpm spindles and a 3,500 kg weight.

03 What size bar and parts suit the L32-X?

Bar up to 32 mm, or 38 mm with the option, through a 39 mm spindle bore. The guide-bush stroke is 320 mm per chucking and the guide-bushless stroke 80 mm. The back spindle chuck takes 32 mm, or 38 mm optional.

04 What motors drive the L32-X?

The front spindle motor is listed at 5.5/7.5/7.5 kW and the back spindle motor at 3.7/5.5 kW. Rotary tools on the gang tool post use a 1.0 kW motor, and the coolant pump 0.4 kW. Rated power consumption is 16.9 kVA.