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Haas SL-20APL Auto Parts Loader Lathe
Automatically pick up parts from an external tray and load them into the lathe for unattended turning, or flip parts automatically for double-ended machining. Available as a dedicated system with the Haas SL-20 lathe, the Haas Automatic Parts Loader (APL) is programmed directly from the lathe’s control for ease of use.
The new Haas APL has built-in flexibility for gripping and controlling various part configurations. Not only will the APL load raw pieces and remove completed parts, it can be used to turn pieces over for second operations or wait at the lathe for long shaft pieces to be quickly machined before bringing them back to the table.
The APL operates in the background during normal lathe operations, meaning that while the lathe is machining, the APL is returning parts to the storage table and retrieving new raw pieces. The result is near-continuous unattended machining. The double-sided rotating gripper saves time by taking a part from the spindle and replacing it with a different piece without having to return to the storage table.
To increase productivity further, live tooling and full C-axis options can be added to the SL-20 APL. This allows such secondary operations as milling, drilling and tapping to be performed without having to move the parts to a second machine, providing true lights-out capabilities.
For further details on the Haas range of CNC machine tools or to discuss your requirements with a Haas expert call 01603 760539.
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