YCM TC-16LA

Q: How much does the YCM TC-16LA cost?

The price estimate for the YCM TC-16LA is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/ycm-tc-16la#price; the request is passed to YCM or an authorised dealer.

Specs verified 2026-10-05 · ycmcnc.com Updated 2026-10-05

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

5,000 rpm

Spindle Power

11/15 kW (15/20 HP)

Max Turn Length

600 mm (23.62 in)

max turning diameter

ø260 mm (ø10.24 in)

chuck size

spindle nose

A2-5

How much does the YCM TC-16LA cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the YCM TC-16LA that we can stand behind, so we show no number. Configuration, options and installation move the final price a long way: a quote is the reliable figure.

Overview

The YCM TC-16LA is a light, fast two-axis turning center on linear guideways. It has a 6" chuck on an A2-5 nose, a 5,000 rpm spindle, and turns parts up to ø260 mm (ø10.24 in) in diameter and 600 mm (23.62 in) in length.

Where YCM's GT lathes slide on box ways, the TC-16L pair uses linear guideways on X and Z. YCM gives low resistance and low friction as the reason, with benefits for positioning accuracy and machine life. Rapids are 24 m/min in X and 30 m/min in Z, and at 3,700 kg (8,157 lb) the machine is the lightest lathe in the range. It is aimed at production turning of small parts, not at heavy roughing.

Six hundred millimetres of turning length is long for a 6" machine, and the tailstock quill travels 500 mm (19.69 in) to match. Slim shafts and long bar parts fit. The draw bar hole is ø52 mm (ø2.05 in), and the 12-station servo turret with hydraulic clamping gives room for a full set of turning, boring and threading tools.

The bed is a one-piece 45° slant casting in MEEHANITE iron, and the coolant tank is separate from the base to keep heat away from it. The filter and sub tank pull out for cleaning. YCM also describes an automatic production system for loading and unloading that can be added for unattended running. The spindle motor is rated 11/15 kW (15/20 HP).

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	ø260 mm (ø10.24 in)
Max Turning Length	600 mm (23.62 in)
Chuck Size	6"
Spindle Nose	A2-5
Spindle Bore	ø62 mm (ø2.44 in)
Hole Through Draw Bar	ø52 mm (ø2.05 in)
Max Spindle Speed	5,000 rpm
X Axis Travel	150 (130+20) mm
Z Axis Travel	600 mm (23.62 in)
X Axis Rapid Traverse	24 m/min
X Axis Cutting Feed Rate	1~10,000 mm/min (0.04~393.7 ipm)
Z Axis Rapid Traverse	30 m/min
Z Axis Cutting Feed Rate	1~10,000 mm/min (0.04~393.7 ipm)
Spindle Motor Power	11/15 kW (15/20 HP)
Turret Type	Servo Turret (Hydraulic Clamping)
Turret Stations	12 stations
Swing Over Turret	ø490 mm (ø19.29 in)
Tailstock Quill Taper	MT-4
Tailstock Quill Stroke	500 mm (19.69 in)
Machine Weight	3,700 kg (8,157 lb)

Specifications sourced from ycmcnc.com — verified 2026-10-05

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

5,000 rpm spindle with an 11/15 kW (15/20 HP) motor
Linear guideways on X and Z with rapids of 24 and 30 m/min
600 mm (23.62 in) turning length on a 6" chuck machine
12-station servo turret with hydraulic clamping
One-piece 45° slant bed and an independent coolant tank

Limitations

Chuck size is 6" and bar capacity ø52 mm (ø2.05 in)
Linear guideways damp heavy interrupted cuts less than box ways
No live tooling is listed
Turning diameter is limited to ø260 mm (ø10.24 in)

Best For

Production turning of small shafts and bar parts Slim parts up to 600 mm (23.62 in) long with tailstock support Automated loading for long unattended runs

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the TC-16LA and the TC-16LB?

Spindle size and turret. The TC-16LA has a 6" chuck, an A2-5 nose, 5,000 rpm, a ø52 mm (ø2.05 in) draw bar hole and 12 stations. The TC-16LB has an 8" chuck, an A2-6 nose, 4,500 rpm, a ø66 mm (ø2.6 in) draw bar hole and 10 stations.

02 What capacity does the TC-16LA have?

Maximum turning diameter is ø260 mm (ø10.24 in), maximum turning length is 600 mm (23.62 in) and swing over the turret is ø490 mm (ø19.29 in). The spindle bore is ø62 mm (ø2.44 in).

03 What guideways does it use?

Linear guideways on the X and Z axes. YCM says their low resistance and low friction prolong machine life and help positioning accuracy. The bed is a one-piece 45° slant design that leaves space for chip removal.

04 Does it have a tailstock?

Yes. The quill has an MT-4 taper and a stroke of 500 mm (19.69 in). YCM mentions diverse choices of tailstock and turning length for the series, so confirm the tailstock type when ordering.