CNC Lathe Machine

A lathe is a machine that rotates a workpiece on a spindle to cut away excess material, using cutting tools and drill bits with different diameters that are applied to the workpiece to produce a symmetrical object. These machines are capable of producing a variety of shapes, cuts, and details on a rotating work part. On a CNC lathe machine, a machinist can program the machine to make difficult cuts on tough materials and produce quality pieces at a high rate. CNC lathes come in either vertical or horizontal forms. In this article, we will discuss the differences and uses for the two.