Niles-Simmons N20 CNC Axle Lathe
The Niles-Simmons CNC Axle Lathe (N20) is a tried and true slant bed lathe for the finish turning of the wheel seats, bearing journal fillets, and upset axle ends for the reclaiming of railway axles. The N20 accommodates a wide range of axle lengths and diameters, and can be integrated with optional automatic loading and unloading via overhead gantry.
The Niles-Simmons CNC Axle Lathe (N20) is a tried and true slant bed lathe for the finish turning of the wheel seats, bearing journal fillets, and upset axle ends for the reclaiming of railway axles. The N20 accommodates a wide range of axle lengths and diameters, and can be integrated with optional automatic loading and unloading via overhead gantry.
The Niles-Simmons N20 CNC Axle Lathe offers various benefits including:
12 position tool turret
Optional probe capability
Optional automated overhead axle loading and unloading
Automatic central lubrication
Reduced energy consumption thanks to the use of energy-efficient components and consumption-optimized mechatronic assemblies
Machine Specifications
Download our Niles-Simmons N20 CNC Axle Lathe product data sheet — for the full machine specification, please contact the Machine Sales team.
Swing Over Bed
27.6 in | 700 mm
Swing Over Cross Slide
25.6 in | 650 mm
Slide Travel (X-axis)
13.8 in | 350 mm
Rapid Feed (X-axis)
984.3 feet/min | 25 m/min
Rapid Feed (Z-axis)
1574.8 in/min | 40 m/min
Electrical Power
32 kW
Compressed Air
90 psi @ 5 cfm
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