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Cincom A16 VI

The new A16 concept was actually based on Citizen’s successful B-series machine and was developed to upgrade current automatic CAM type users to CNC Swiss-type users. The cost effective A16 offers many standard NC functions too numerous to mention and is by far the best value Swiss-type lathe in its class on the market.

Cincom A20

The approach to improving productivity (that was adopted to customer acclaim with the Cincom K16 and L20) is fully utilized in the A20. By installing the latest NC unit and adopting Citizen’s unique control technique “Streamline Control” we have managed to slash idle time and reduce cycle time. This is a new generation of CNC automatic lathe that, while giving you unrivalled cost performance, also gives a real sense of true productivity improvements.

Cincom B12 VI

The standard in CNC Automatic Lathes.  In addition to the 5 turning tools, the new B12 VI also comes with 3 live cross tools and 4 front/back I.D. tools. This is the standard machine for the U.S. market.

Cincom C16 VI / VII / IX

Making the connection between B Speed and L Versatility

Modular Design and 100% Servo Controlled

• Fewer moving parts reduce downtime and maintenance
• Eliminates vibration for greater accuracy and tool life
• Faster rapid traverses, spindle speeds and tool indexing
• Less floor space

Combines speed and versatility 

• Seven programmable axes standard
• Main and back spindles
• 1° C axis on main and back spindles optional
• Up to 22 live and stationary tools

Cincom C32 VIII

Multi-Tool simultaneous machining for high productivity

Unique, servo-control design minimizes the number of moving parts, resulting in a highly compact, near maintenance-free turning center. Its patented Synchronous-Superimposed functionality allows multiple operations to be performed simultaneously. With five axes (plus standard C-axis on both the main and sub-spindle) and an array of fixed and rotary tools.

Cincom K16 VIII

Introducing the newest generation machine by Citizen.  The K-series CNC Automatic Swiss-Type Lathe. 

New Fanuc FS31i Control system built in with the machine provides a streamline compact appearance.  The K-series was also developed to enchance machine performance offering a quick and smooth part process.

Cincom L20 V / VII / VIII

The fastest, most efficient 7-Axis L20-series lathe ever developed by Citizen.

The L20 is offered in three model types:  V, VII, and VIII

When cross machining is required, three cross spindles (standard on type VIII model) can be mounted, totaling eighteen tools: five turning, seven rotary, and six drilling tools.

The three cross spindles can also be used as end-face drilling spindles by rotating the holder 90 degrees.

When end-face machining is required on the front and back, an optional six live tool holder is available. With this tool holder option the L20 now totals 21 tools: five turning, ten rotary, and six drilling tools.

The L20 type VII offers five turning and five live rotary tools (cross milling/drilling) on the gang plate.

Cincom L32 VII

L32 VII: Now with Windows Based Controls

The L32 utilizes a "full servo system".  Even the chuck clamping or workpiece collecting movements are executed by servo motors.  This reduces idle time which is common in hydralic and other electromechanical devices.  This not only results in less idle time but also less power consumption, less maintenance, and less operation costs of the mahcine.

Cincom M16

Combines tool turret versatility with gang tool speed!

• Shorter production cycles with no loss of precision
• Live tools at any turret location, and 3 gang locations
• Indexing by high speed servo
• Y-axis gang tool motion

 Extra Axes for Precision and Versatility!

• 13 programmable axes
• A-axis robotic arm, workpiece pick-off, in-process gauging, and more!
• Front and back work performed simultaneously

Designed for Maximum Convenience

• Low turret position and 45° slant improvesaccessibility
• PC-based CNC controller 

Cincom M20/M32 Y-Axis

M32V now has a Y-Axis Turret

• Shorter production cycles with no loss of precision and versatility
• Live tools at any turret location, and 3 gang locations
• Indexing by high speed servo
• Y-axis gang tool motion
  

Extra Axes for Precision and Versatility

• 13 Programmable axes
• A axis for robotic arm, workpiece pickoff, and more!
• Front and back work performed simultaneously 

Designed for Maximum Convenience

• Low turret position and 45° slant improves accessibility
• PC-based CNC Controller