Mid-Turret Index Eliminates Extra Operations

Most CNC machines on the market can only perform stops at 30-degree increments. Because of this, a typical 12-station turret is limited to only 12 tools. Okuma CNC machines are different because they can do stops in 15-degree increments, which comes in very handy when you have parts that require more than 12 tools. By using Okuma’s Mid-Turret Index function (also called “Middle Index Function”) users can eliminate extra operations due to insufficient tooling capacity.

Put More Tools On Your Turret

Check out this video and see how the Mid-Turret Index function works on an Okuma LB3000 EX horizontal CNC lathe. This function allows you to transform a 12-station turret into one that handles 16 or even 18 tools – providing a big advantage. With this additional flexibility, imagine how users can enhance productivity by cutting out extra operations. [We have another video showing a detailed cutting demonstration on an LB3000 EX using tool holders made by Partners in THINC member Velocity/SU-matic. View this live cutting demo of the Mid-Turret Index function.]