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CNC Lathe Machining
Are you looking for a way to make parts that are round and super exact? CNC lathe machining might be just what you need! At Istar Machining, we help turn your ideas into real parts with our top-notch machines. Let’s learn all about CNC lathe machining and how we can help make your parts perfect!
- Spin parts up to 6,000 times per minute
- Make parts exact to within a human hair's width
- Work on almost any material you need
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23 Years
Istar Machining's years in the industry
300,000 square feet
The size of Istar Machining's factory
300 CNC machines
Our CNC equipment count
1000 skilled workers
Istar's number of skilled machinists/operators
How Our Machines Work
Our CNC lathes have some really important parts:
Main Spindle
This is like the heart of the machine. It spins your material super fast – up to 6,000 RPM! That’s faster than a race car engine!
Turret Tool Holders
These hold up to 12 different tools that can cut, drill, and shape your part. It’s like having 12 workers all ready to do different jobs without stopping the machine.
Tailstock Support
For long parts that might bend during cutting, this helps keep everything straight and steady.
C-Axis Contouring
This lets us make fancy shapes and patterns on your parts that normal lathes can’t do.
You can see how our CNC machining service uses these same features to create amazing parts!
Materials We Can Work With
At Istar Machining, we can make parts from almost anything:
Material Type | Examples | Best Uses |
Metals | Aluminum, Titanium, Stainless Steel | Aerospace parts, car parts |
Plastics | PEEK, Delrin, Acrylic | Medical devices, clear parts |
Exotic Alloys | Inconel, Monel | Oil & gas equipment |
For special projects, check out our titanium CNC machining expertise for super strong, lightweight parts.
What Can We Make For You?
Our CNC lathes can make so many different things! Here are some examples:
Aerospace Shafts
We make parts for airplanes that need to be super exact and strong enough to handle extreme speeds. These parts help keep planes flying safely!
Automotive Brake Rotors
Car brakes need to be perfect to stop safely. Our machines make brake parts that work perfectly even when they get really hot.
Medical Implants
We make parts that go inside the human body! These need to be extremely clean and exact, sometimes to within 0.0005 inches – that’s thinner than a sheet of paper!
Industrial Valves
Factories need special valves that can handle high pressure. We make parts that won’t leak even under 10,000 PSI of pressure – that’s like having the weight of 10 cars pushing on every inch!
For complex medical parts, our medical CNC machining service offers specialized solutions.
Why Choose Istar Machining?
When you pick Istar Machining for your CNC lathe needs, you get:
Speed
Our machines work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with robot helpers that load materials. This means you get your parts faster!
Cost Savings
Our smart machines waste less material and work faster than old-style machines. This saves you about 30% on costs!
Quality Guarantees
We have special certifications (ISO 9001) that prove we make parts right every time.
Advanced Tools
We use the best cutting tools like Sandvik Coromant that last longer and cut better.
What Makes Our Machines Special
Here’s what sets Istar Machining’s CNC lathes apart from others:
- Multi-Axis Integration: Our machines can move tools in many directions to make complex shapes
- In-Process Inspection: We check parts while making them so they’re perfect
- High-Pressure Coolant: Our 1,000 PSI cooling system keeps tools working better and longer
- Fancy Computer Controls: Our Fanuc and Siemens controls make parts faster with less waste
For parts that need both turning and milling, our multi-axis turning capabilities give you the best of both worlds.
Real-World Examples
At Istar Machining, we’ve helped many customers solve tough problems:
- An aerospace company needed titanium shafts with special oil grooves that wouldn’t fail even at 800 mph. We delivered parts that worked perfectly!
- A medical device maker needed tiny stainless steel parts for a new surgical tool. Our parts were so exact they fit together better than expected.
- An oil drilling company needed valves that could work underwater at extreme depths. Our parts withstood pressures that would crush a submarine.
Get Started Today!
Ready to turn your ideas into reality? Istar Machining is here to help with expert CNC lathe machining services. We can work from your designs or help create new ones.
Request a Free Analysis
Upload your designs and we’ll check them for free! We’ll tell you if there are ways to make your part better or cheaper.
24-Hour Quotes
Send us your files and we’ll give you a price within 24 hours – that’s faster than most shops!
Contact Istar Machining today to get started on your project. Your perfect parts are waiting to be made!
Want to see how CNC lathe machining works with other processes? Check out our CNC prototype machining service for full-service solutions!
Frequently Asked Question
Lathes spin the material while the tool stays still. Mills keep the material still and spin the tool. It’s like the difference between spinning clay on a pottery wheel versus carving a statue!
For most parts, we can make 500 pieces in 5-7 days. And we give discounts for big orders!
Yes! Our lathes can make threads, holes, and grooves both inside and outside your parts.
We can work on parts up to 20 inches wide, 60 inches long, and weighing up to 500 pounds. That’s about the size of a small motorcycle engine!
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