LICO LNC42
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Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Rapid Traverse
Spindle Power
Max Turn Length
bar capacity
max swing
How much does the LICO LNC42 cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The LICO LNC42 is a compact two-axis CNC automatic lathe for bar up to 42 mm (1.7 in), with 300 mm (11.8 in) of travel on both X and Z and a 5,000 rpm spindle. It ships as a gang tool machine. An 8-position turret is an option, and so are hydraulic live tools.
X travel equal to Z travel is unusual on a lathe, and it is there for the gang plate. LICO says the dovetail X-axis slide takes gang tools, with a sub plate also available, a hydraulic tooling spindle, or the 8-position turret with coolant through it. On a gang setup the cross slide walks from tool to tool with no indexing in between, which is quick on small parts, and 300 mm (11.8 in) of X is what gives room for a row of holders.
The spindle motor is 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) continuous with a maximum torque of 42 Nm (31.0 lb-ft). Those are light figures. They suit free-cutting bar and finishing passes more than heavy stock removal, and a 165 mm (6.5 in) part held in the optional 6 in hollow power chuck will need modest depths of cut. Working feeds run from 0-6,000 mm/min (0-236 ipm).
A spindle dividing system with 48 positions is standard, and LICO pairs it with the optional hydraulic live tools for facing and cross operations. The standard controller is the MITSUBISHI M64SL, SIEMENS 802D or FANUC OiMATE. At 1,870 x 1,440 x 1,650 mm (73.6 x 56.7 x 65.0 in) and 1,800 kg (3,968 lb) the machine fits where a turret lathe of the same bar size would not.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bar Capacity | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Max Swing | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Max Turning Diameter | 165 mm (6.5 in) with 3-jaw power chuck |
| Max Turning Length | 300 mm (11.8 in) with collet; 270 mm (10.8 in) with 3-jaw power chuck |
| Spindle Center Height | 1,000 mm (39.4 in) |
| Spindle Nose | ISO A2-5 |
| Collet Chuck Type | F48 |
| Chuck Size | 6 in (power chuck reception) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) continuous |
| Spindle Torque | 42 Nm (31.0 lb-ft) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 5,000 rpm |
| X Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Resolution | 0.001 mm |
| Turret Stations | 8 (optional tool turret) |
| Turning Tool Section | 20 mm (3/4 in) square |
| Boring Tool Reception | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Cutting Feed Rate | 0-6,000 mm/min (0-236 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 10 m/min (394 ipm); 15 m/min (591 ipm) option |
| CNC Control | MITSUBISHI M64SL, SIEMENS 802D or FANUC OiMATE |
| Machine Dimensions | 1,870 x 1,440 x 1,650 mm (73.6 x 56.7 x 65.0 in) (L x W x H) |
| Machine Weight | 1,800 kg (3,968 lb) net, with electronic cabinet |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 40 L |
| Hydraulic Pump Motor | 0.75 kW (1.0 hp) |
| Coolant Tank Capacity | 150 L |
| Coolant Pump Motor | 0.25 kW (0.3 hp) |
| Lubrication | 2 L, 6 c.c. / 12 min |
| Power Requirement | 24 kVA |
Specifications sourced from licomachinery.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 300 mm (11.8 in) of X travel on a dovetail slide, enough for a row of gang tools
- Small footprint of 1,870 x 1,440 x 1,650 mm (73.6 x 56.7 x 65.0 in) at 1,800 kg (3,968 lb)
- 5,000 rpm spindle with a 48-position spindle dividing system as standard equipment
- Choice of MITSUBISHI M64SL, SIEMENS 802D or FANUC OiMATE as the standard controller
- Bar feeder interface is standard, for adding the optional automatic bar feeder
Limitations
- Spindle motor is 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) continuous with 42 Nm (31.0 lb-ft) of maximum torque
- The 8-position tool turret, the parts catcher and the rotary tool with hydraulic system are optional accessories
- Standard rapid traverse is 10 m/min (394 ipm); 15 m/min (591 ipm) is an option
- Working feeds stop at 6,000 mm/min, where the LNC65 is listed at 0-10,000 mm/min (0-394 ipm)
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Either. LICO says it can be used as a gang tool machine or with an optional 8-position turret. Standard tool holders are in the standard equipment, and the tool turret 8 pos. for the LNC42 is listed under optional accessories. The dovetail X-axis slide takes both.
02
The AC spindle motor has a continuous output of 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) and a maximum torque of 42 Nm (31.0 lb-ft). Maximum spindle speed is 5,000 rpm on an ISO A2-5 nose with an F48 collet chuck.
03
With options. LICO lists a rotary tool with hydraulic system as an optional accessory and describes hydraulic live tools for facing and crossing, used with the 48-position spindle indexing or C-axis. The spindle dividing system (48 pos.) is standard equipment.
04
LICO names the standard controller as either the MITSUBISHI M64SL, the SIEMENS 802D or the FANUC OiMATE. The page does not say which is the default, so the control should be fixed in the quotation.
05
The LNC65 takes 65 mm (2.6 in) bar and has a 7.5 kW (10 HP) continuous motor with 95 Nm (70.1 lb-ft), at 4,000 rpm. The LNC42 has 5.5 kW (7.5 HP) continuous and 42 Nm (31.0 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm. Travels and outside dimensions are the same.
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