Small machine that can handle Titanium?
Hi all!
I work for a 3D printing company in the UK that manufacture parts in titanium and aluminium. At the minute we outsource the post-process machining of these parts to a local partner but they're moving later this year and we want to bring the capability in-house. The problem is, we've only got a small amount of space.
So, my question is: can anyone recommend a vertical CNC mill that will fit into a room that is 3x4.5 metres, and that is capable of working with Titanium?
The majority of the work will be bores between 20-30mm diameter, drilling and tapping m4-m6, and cutting splines.
Cheers, Breezy
Re: Small machine that can handle Titanium?
Maybe a Tormach? That would fit, maybe best to contact them about machining titanium though?
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Cheers for the suggestions all.
@voicecoil I hadn't thought of Tormach, and ironically the first thing I saw on their website was "yes, they do cut titanium", so they may be a good shout!
@dazp1976 we're hoping to avoid Haas if we can, heard too many horror stories about their servicing costs & level of customer service
Wondering whether Syil is worth a look as well, seems to be a couple of people cutting titanium on their smaller machines but I can't be sure how well they're coping with it
Re: Small machine that can handle Titanium?
Definitely look at Syil, my four year old X7 has been fabulous, I mainly work in Titanium, Tool Steels, Stainless Steels and Aluminium Alloys.