Takamaz Takamaz XW-60

The Takamaz XW-60 is a twin-spindle, twin-turret CNC precision lathe designed for high-volume production of small parts up to 6-inch diameter with complete both-end machining in a single cycle. The dual opposed spindles with automatic part transfer enable first-operation and second-operation turning without operator intervention, while the dual 8-station turrets provide independent tooling on each spindle for maximum process flexibility.

Both spindles deliver up to 4,500 RPM (6,000 RPM optional) with 7.5/5.5 kW motors through 75 mm bearing bores. An optional 5-inch collet with 65 mm bearing bore is available for shops working with smaller diameter parts where higher speeds are advantageous. The dual-spindle configuration means parts are loaded into the first spindle, machined on the first end, transferred to the second spindle, and machined on the second end — all automatically within the machine's enclosed work zone.

Each turret provides 8 stations with 125 mm of X-travel and 140 mm of Z-travel. The rapid traverse rates are notable: 21 m/min on X and 18 m/min on Z, with the higher X-axis speed reflecting the emphasis on fast turret positioning for production cycling. The Fanuc 0i-TF control manages both spindles and turrets through dual-channel programming, enabling simultaneous machining on both spindles when cycle time optimization demands it.

The XW-60's footprint of 1,595 x 2,005 mm is compact for a twin-spindle machine, though it requires more space than single-spindle alternatives. With integrated gantry loader capability, the machine runs complete parts unattended — raw blanks go in one end, finished parts come out the other. For shops producing automotive, hydraulic, or industrial components that require machining on both ends, the XW-60 consolidates what would otherwise require two machines and an operator into a single automated cell.