TAJMAC ZSPS 6/32
Key Specifications
number of spindles
max bar diameter
spindle speed range
main spindle drive
cross slides
end working slides
Overview
The TAJMAC ZSPS 6/32 is a CNC multi-spindle automatic lathe featuring six spindles and a maximum bar diameter of 32 mm. It is TAJMAC's entry into the standard six-spindle configuration that dominates the multi-spindle automatic market for mid-complexity turned parts in automotive, hydraulics, and general precision manufacturing. The six-spindle layout balances cycle positions against machine cost, footprint, and tooling complexity more favorably than ten-spindle machines for parts that do not require the additional operations a ten-spindle enables.
TAJMAC builds the ZSPS 6/32 in its Czech Republic facility with the same CNC servo drive architecture used across the ZSPS line. Cross slides and end-working slides are servo-driven, eliminating the mechanical cam systems of traditional multi-spindle automatics. This CNC approach brings the ZSPS 6/32 into the same changeover flexibility category as modern CNC multi-spindles from Schütte, Index, and Tornos, allowing the machine to be redirected between part families through program changes rather than physical cam replacement.
With six spindle positions, the ZSPS 6/32 handles the majority of turned parts encountered in automotive fuel systems, braking components, hydraulic fittings, and precision hardware. A six-position drum allows simultaneous roughing, semi-finishing, finishing, and cutoff operations in a continuous overlapping cycle. The 32 mm bar capacity makes it practical for a wide range of part diameters from small pins and fasteners up to medium hydraulic connectors and valve bodies.
The ZSPS 6/32 is typically the first multi-spindle investment for manufacturers transitioning from single-spindle turning centers to multi-spindle production. The six-spindle format is more widely supported in terms of tooling availability, operator training programs, and maintenance expertise than the less common ten-spindle configuration. For most high-volume turned part applications, six spindles provide sufficient cycle positions to meet throughput requirements.
New ZSPS 6/32 machines are typically priced in the $800,000–$1,200,000 range, placing them below the ten-spindle ZSPS 10/32 while still requiring committed production volumes to justify the investment. TAJMAC offers the machine with various bar feed and automation options tailored to specific production environments.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number Of Spindles | 6 |
| Max Bar Diameter | 32 mm (1.26 in) |
| Spindle Speed Range | 100–4,500 rpm |
| Main Spindle Drive | AC servo per spindle |
| Cross Slides | CNC servo-driven per spindle position |
| End Working Slides | CNC servo-driven |
| Bar Feed | Integrated bar feed system |
| CNC Control | Siemens Sinumerik (multi-channel) |
| Coolant System | High-pressure coolant, centralized |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 12,000 kg (26,500 lb) |
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Six-spindle configuration is the most widely supported multi-spindle format for tooling, training, and service expertise globally
- CNC servo slides eliminate mechanical cams and reduce changeover time, making shorter production runs more economical
- 32 mm bar capacity covers pins, fasteners, hydraulic fittings, and medium-diameter valve bodies in a single machine
- Lower capital cost than the ten-spindle ZSPS 10/32 while delivering the same per-part throughput advantage over single-spindle turning
- Czech Republic manufacture with European engineering heritage at competitive pricing versus German and Swiss multi-spindle brands
Limitations
- Six cycle positions may be insufficient for very complex parts requiring more than six distinct machining operations
- TAJMAC's global service and spare parts infrastructure is less extensive than major competitors such as Schütte or Index
- Multi-spindle automatics require specialized operator and maintenance knowledge that is increasingly scarce in some markets
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The ZSPS 6/32 has six spindle positions versus ten on the ZSPS 10/32. The six-spindle version costs less and requires a smaller footprint, but offers fewer simultaneous machining positions. The ten-spindle is preferred for complex parts that benefit from additional cycle positions for secondary operations or finishing passes.
02
Yes. Like all multi-spindle automatics, the ZSPS 6/32 is equipped with both cross slides (for external turning and grooving) and end-working slides (for drilling, boring, tapping, and front-facing) that operate simultaneously at each spindle position.
03
The ZSPS 6/32 integrates with standard magazine bar feed systems. TAJMAC can configure the machine with hydrodynamic bar guides for high-speed running of smaller diameter bars or fixed guide bushings depending on the application and bar diameter range.
04
With CNC servo-driven slides and no mechanical cams to replace, changeovers on the ZSPS 6/32 involve program download and tooling changes. For similar part families sharing tooling, changeover can be completed in under one hour. New part families requiring full tooling changes will take longer depending on complexity.
05
Yes. TAJMAC's ZSPS multi-spindle line has roots in the Czech machine tool industry with decades of development history. The brand is less globally prominent than Schütte or Index but is recognized in European automotive and hydraulics manufacturing for producing capable CNC multi-spindle machines at competitive pricing.
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