Swiss CNC Machining
Wstitanium is a leader in precision Swiss CNC machining. We invest in state-of-the-art CNC Swiss machine tools and machinists, integrating the latest technology to manufacture simple to highly complex titanium parts including medical screws, implants, shafts, bushings, brackets, housings, inserts, contact pins and sockets.
- Part Length: 0.010" to 40"
- Concentricity: +/- 0.0005"
- Tight Tolerances up to +/- 0.0005"
- Outer Diameter (OD): 0.010" to 8"
- 300-500 Pieces/Hour for Simple Parts
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Precision CNC Swiss Machining For Manufacturing Titanium
CNC Swiss machining is the perfect option for manufacturing high volumes of small complex, slender, cylindrical parts with tight tolerances. Wstitanium’s expertise in CNC programming allows us to quickly set up a CNC Swiss machine to perform your turned part machining operations. For production runs of 1000 to 100,000 parts, CNC Swiss machining provides repeatable quality for precision machining requirements. Wstitanium’s investment in state-of-the-art CNC Swiss machines is able to eliminate secondary operations on complex parts and achieve tolerances approaching ± 0.001 mm on parts up to 800 mm in length and 20 mm in diameter.
What is CNC Swiss Machining?
CNC Swiss machining is a subtractive process and a computer-controlled Swiss lathe manufacturing technique used to produce small precision parts. Unlike traditional CNC lathes that have a single cutting tool, Swiss CNC lathes have a multi-axis turret that allows for the use of multiple cutting tools. This makes Swiss CNC machines ideal for machining complex parts with tight tolerances. CNC Swiss machining can manufacture longer, thinner, and more complex parts with incredible precision, efficiency, and throughput. From spinal implants to medical devices to miniature aerospace, computers and IT, electronics, energy and fuel systems, precision timing, and defense system components. Implants, shafts, contact pins, housings, inserts, and pin sockets are commonly made with this type of machining. CNC Swiss machining to manufacture extremely precise components is key to keeping some of the most critical aspects of the modern world running smoothly.
Advantages of Wstitanium CNC Swiss Machining
Wstitanium’s engineering team includes mechanical engineers, project engineers, and application engineers. They will respond quickly to your RFQ, review 3D\2D drawings and work with your team to determine the best manufacturing method to meet the requirements. Wstitanium has ISO 9001:2015 and ISO13485-2016, manufacturing parts for medical, optical, aerospace, oil and gas, instrumentation, industrial, test and measurement, and many other industries.
Wstitanium’s Swiss machines are capable of processing typical threading, tapping, boring, deburring, drilling, milling, turning, grooving, knurling, milling, reaming operations. CNC Swiss machines save cycle time by using a dual-axis tool arrangement; multiple processes can be completed in one clamping, improving machining accuracy and efficiency; shorten production cycles, improve production efficiency, and deliver your custom parts faster.
Swiss Turning vs. Conventional CNC Turning
‌Swiss-style turning and traditional CNC turning have significant differences in many aspects, including processing methods, scope of application, processing accuracy and efficiency, etc.‌.
Processing method
The biggest difference between Swiss turning and traditional CNC turning (tool lathe) is the way the spindle moves. In Swiss turning, the spindle moves longitudinally, while in traditional CNC turning, the tool holder moves longitudinally. This design makes Swiss turning particularly suitable for processing slender shaft parts, such as parts with a diameter of less than 3mm and an aspect ratio greater than 7‌.
Scope of application
Swiss-style turning is suitable for processing small, high-precision parts, such as medical equipment, watch parts, etc. Due to its high-precision guide system and stable bed structure, Swiss-style turning can ensure high machining accuracy and repeatable positioning accuracy, and is very suitable for complex and high-precision parts processing‌3. In contrast, traditional CNC turning is more suitable for processing large parts. Although its accuracy is lower, it has more advantages in cost and efficiency.
Processing accuracy and efficiency
Swiss-style turning can provide higher machining accuracy and repeatable positioning accuracy due to the use of a high-precision guide system and stable bed structure. Its multi-tool simultaneous cutting design greatly improves production efficiency, and is often equipped with an efficient automatic loading and unloading mechanism, further saving time and cost‌3. Traditional CNC turning may cause large vibration and deformation when processing slender parts, affecting processing accuracy and efficiency.
Cost and maintenance
Swiss-style turning usually has a higher degree of automation, including functions such as automatic tool compensation, automatic measurement, and automatic fault diagnosis. Although these advanced functions reduce the operator's work intensity, they also result in higher equipment costs and maintenance costs. . Traditional CNC turning is relatively simple and low-cost, but requires more manual intervention and maintenance.
Comparison Aspect | Swiss Turning | Conventional CNC Turning |
Precision & Accuracy | High precision & tight tol. | Good precision & tol. |
Complexity | Ideal for complex parts | Better for simpler parts |
Material Waste | Minimal waste | Potential for more waste |
Setup Time | Faster setup times | Longer setup times |
Tooling | Multiple tools simultaneously | Single-tool operation |
Workpiece Size | Limited to smaller diameters | Larger diameters possible |
Part Holding | Guide bushing support | Chuck holding |
Secondary Ops. | Integrated operations | Additional setups/machines |
Gallery Of Our CNC Swiss Machined Parts
Wstitanium manufactures rapid prototypes and low-volume and high-volume production orders for clients across multiple industries: medical devices, aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, industrial automation, machinery, marine, and robotics, among others.