Swiss-Type (Sliding Headstock) Module

What Is the SolidCAM Swiss-Type Module?

Swiss-type turning and complex CNC parts are now much easier to produce with SolidCAM! Machinist Donnie explains the tools, designs and techniques he used to make this complex part. Discover SolidCAM’s powerful features and see how you can simplify your production processes. Watch the video and learn how to get the most out of your CNC machining capacity!

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What Is the SolidCAM Swiss-Type Module?

The SolidCAM Swiss-Type module works through SolidCAM’s interface, fully integrated into the SOLIDWORKS and Autodesk Inventor CAD software. It runs milling and turning (mill-turn) operations in the most efficient way, covering the main spindle, the sub-spindle and the turning chuck, as well as toolpaths, remaining stock and tooling. SolidCAM’s patented advanced technology, iMachining, can also be used in Swiss-type machine operations.

Maximum Productivity with Short Cycle Times!

The easy-to-use channel synchronization feature lets you set the order of operations and see and prevent potential collisions in advance. It allows you to synchronize and optimize all machining operations for high-productivity manufacturing. The SolidCAM Swiss-Type module supports many cutting modes and machines, and can control an unlimited number of channels.

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Advanced Remaining Stock Calculation

SolidCAM continuously calculates the remaining stock at every step of the operation tree. This way it keeps optimizing toolpaths for the shortest cutting time and reduces the time the tool spends moving without cutting.

Even when the workpiece is transferred from the main spindle to the sub-spindle, the current remaining stock moves with it to its new position. Because the remaining operations on the sub-spindle continue from the stock left by the main spindle, you get the most efficient machining.

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Superimposition

SolidCAM supports three different “superimposition” modes. When a pair of axes is linked, the “slave” axis can follow the master axis. On suitable mill-turn machines, SolidCAM uses this mode automatically.

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Machining Time

Linking axes and drives to each other’s motion shortens machining time. Synchronizing milling and turning operations results in the most efficient machining.

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Channel Synchronization

The channel synchronization collision engine shows you whenever there is a problem. Taking the machine kinematics into account, this smart system can evaluate other synchronization and operating options.

Works with Complex CNC Machines

The SolidCAM Swiss-Type module works with many complex CNC sliding-headstock lathes, also known as Swiss-type machines, with an unlimited number of axes and channels. Advanced machine simulation, which shows the machine kinematics, moving parts and the complete toolpath, lets you verify your production with confidence.

Chiron FZ08MT Swiss-Type machine

Chiron FZ08MT

Mazak Integrex i-400S Swiss-Type machine

Mazak Integrex i-400S

Doosan SMX2600SX Swiss-Type machine

Doosan SMX2600SX

INDEX G200 Swiss-Type machine

INDEX G200

Citizen D25 Swiss-Type machine

Citizen D25

Swiss ST 28 Swiss-Type machine

Swiss ST 28

STAR SB20-R type G Swiss-Type machine

STAR SB20-R type G

Tsugami B0326E-II Swiss-Type machine

Tsugami B0326E-II

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About SolidCAM Swiss-Type

About SolidCAM Swiss-Type

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