Tsugami C150
Key Specifications
type
chuck size
main spindle speed
floor space
dimensional accuracy
control
Overview
The Tsugami C150 is an ultra-compact, high-precision gang tool slide CNC automatic lathe that occupies just 1.0 square meter of floor space. It's the smallest footprint machine in Tsugami's C-series and is designed for shops where every square foot of production floor matters but accuracy requirements can't be compromised.
Don't let the tiny footprint fool you. The C150 packs a 15,000 RPM spindle and achieves dimensional accuracy of 0.2 micrometers with a 6-sigma spread of just 0.5 micrometers. That's the kind of statistical process capability that medical device and watchmaking manufacturers demand for parts that have to pass incoming inspection at every customer.
The gang tool slide design eliminates turret indexing time, which on a machine this small means the cutting tool is almost always in contact with the workpiece. Non-cutting time is minimized to rapid traverse moves between tool positions, and with a compact working envelope, those moves are short. The result is cycle times that punch well above what you'd expect from a machine this size.
Running on a FANUC control with a 3-inch chuck, the C150 is purpose-built for micro-precision turning. It's the machine you put in the corner of the shop where it quietly produces thousands of perfect parts per shift while taking up less space than a filing cabinet. Tsugami markets it as a new-generation high-precision gang tool slide lathe, and for shops turning very small parts to very tight tolerances, it delivers exactly that.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Ultra-compact precision gang tool slide CNC automatic lathe |
| Chuck Size | 3 inch |
| Main Spindle Speed | 15,000 RPM |
| Floor Space | 1.0 m² (10.8 sq ft) |
| Dimensional Accuracy | 0.2 μm (6σ = 0.5 μm) |
| CNC Control | FANUC |
| Design | Gang tool slide (no turret) |
Specifications sourced from tsugami.co.jp — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 1.0 m² footprint is remarkably compact, allowing shops to fit more production capacity per square foot of floor space
- 0.2 μm dimensional accuracy with 0.5 μm 6-sigma spread delivers medical/watchmaking-grade precision
- 15,000 RPM spindle provides optimal surface speeds for micro-precision turning of small-diameter parts
- Gang tool slide design eliminates turret indexing for the fastest possible tool-to-tool transitions
- Compact working envelope means rapid traverse moves are short, minimizing non-cutting time
- FANUC control provides programming familiarity and broad support infrastructure
Limitations
- 3-inch chuck limits maximum part diameter, restricting the machine to small components only
- Compact design means limited tool capacity compared to larger gang or turret machines
- Primarily Japan-market model with limited documentation and support outside Japan
- Small working envelope restricts part length capabilities
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Tsugami specs the C150 at 0.2 μm dimensional accuracy with a 6-sigma spread of 0.5 μm. In practical terms, that means 99.99966% of parts fall within a half-micron window. This level of statistical process control is what lets medical device and watch manufacturers eliminate incoming inspection on turned components.
02
The C150 occupies just 1.0 square meter (about 10.8 square feet) of floor space. That's roughly the size of a standard office desk. You could fit 4-5 C150 machines in the space occupied by a single full-size CNC turning center, making it ideal for high-density production cell layouts.
03
The C150 excels at very small precision components: watch parts, dental implant screws, miniature connector pins, sensor housings, and optical mount components. If your parts fit within a 3-inch chuck and need sub-micron accuracy, the C150 is in its element. It's not the right machine for larger parts or heavy material removal.
04
Both share 15,000 RPM spindles, but the C180 handles larger parts with a 3-4 inch chuck and 220 mm max machining diameter. The C150 trades capacity for an even smaller footprint at 1.0 m² and emphasizes the highest possible dimensional accuracy. Choose the C150 for the smallest parts and tightest floor space; choose the C180 for slightly larger work.
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