GDW C 280Z CNC Cycle Lathe with Siemens Control
Description
From Single Parts to Series, with Cobot-Ready Automation
The GDW C 280Z is a high-precision cycle and CNC lathe from the conturline series, built in Germany for shops that turn parts with contours, radii and tapers, or run them in larger quantities. The Siemens 828D control with ShopTurn programming lets machinists create programs right at the machine, from simple cycles for one-off parts to complete programs for series production. The C 280Z is also prepared for automation with a collaborative robot.
The main spindle develops up to 13.4 hp and 92 lb-ft of torque, with speeds from 1 to 4,500 rpm, which suits heavy cuts in steel as well as fine finishing. AC servo drives on both axes provide feeds from 0.00004 to 2.36 in/rev and 236 in/min rapid traverse. The machine cuts metric, inch, module and diametral-pitch threads, including very coarse pitches.
The compact slant-bed design pairs an ergonomic layout with generous travels and an open work area. A sliding-door enclosure with safety glass, a retractable chip trolley, an LED work light and a travelling control panel come standard. The standard Multifix size B quick-change tool post can be upgraded to a manual PARAT turret or an automatic 12-station turret, also available with 6 live tool stations.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Working Range | |
| Swing over bed | 15.0 in (380 mm) |
| Swing over cross slide | 7.3 in (185 mm) |
| Distance between centers | 25.6 in (650 mm) |
| Cross slide travel | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
| Bed width | 10.2 in (260 mm) |
| Bed type | Slant bed |
| Headstock | |
| Spindle nose | DIN 55027, size 5 |
| Spindle bore | 1.69 in (43 mm) |
| Spindle taper | Metric 50 |
| Front bearing diameter | 2.76 in (70 mm) |
| Drive | |
| Main motor (60% / 100% duty) | 13.4 / 9.4 hp (10 / 7 kW) |
| Max. spindle torque | 92 lb-ft (125 Nm) |
| Spindle speed | 1–4,500 rpm |
| Feed Drives | |
| Drive type | AC servo, X and Z axes |
| Feed force (X / Z) | 1,124 lbf (5,000 N) each |
| Feed range | 0.00004–2.36 in/rev (0.001–60 mm/rev) |
| Rapid traverse (X / Z) | 236 in/min (6 m/min) |
| Threading | |
| Metric | 0.1–400 mm |
| Inch | 56–1/4 TPI |
| Module | 0.125–28 |
| Diametral pitch | 224–1 DP |
| Tooling | |
| Standard tool holder | Multifix size B quick-change |
| Options | Manual PARAT turret; automatic 12-station turret (VDI 20), with 6 live tools optional |
| Tailstock | |
| Quill diameter | 1.97 in (50 mm) |
| Quill stroke | 4.7 in (120 mm) |
| Quill taper | MT 3 |
| Control | |
| Control | Siemens SINUMERIK 828D with ShopTurn |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Footprint (L × W × H) | 66.9 × 63.0 × 68.9 in (1,700 × 1,600 × 1,750 mm) |
| Machine weight | approx. 3,530 lb (1,600 kg), depending on equipment |
From Single Parts to Series, with Cobot-Ready Automation
The GDW C 280Z is a high-precision cycle and CNC lathe from the conturline series, built in Germany for shops that turn parts with contours, radii and tapers, or run them in larger quantities. The Siemens 828D control with ShopTurn programming lets machinists create programs right at the machine, from simple cycles for one-off parts to complete programs for series production. The C 280Z is also prepared for automation with a collaborative robot.
The main spindle develops up to 13.4 hp and 92 lb-ft of torque, with speeds from 1 to 4,500 rpm, which suits heavy cuts in steel as well as fine finishing. AC servo drives on both axes provide feeds from 0.00004 to 2.36 in/rev and 236 in/min rapid traverse. The machine cuts metric, inch, module and diametral-pitch threads, including very coarse pitches.
The compact slant-bed design pairs an ergonomic layout with generous travels and an open work area. A sliding-door enclosure with safety glass, a retractable chip trolley, an LED work light and a travelling control panel come standard. The standard Multifix size B quick-change tool post can be upgraded to a manual PARAT turret or an automatic 12-station turret, also available with 6 live tool stations.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Working Range | |
| Swing over bed | 15.0 in (380 mm) |
| Swing over cross slide | 7.3 in (185 mm) |
| Distance between centers | 25.6 in (650 mm) |
| Cross slide travel | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
| Bed width | 10.2 in (260 mm) |
| Bed type | Slant bed |
| Headstock | |
| Spindle nose | DIN 55027, size 5 |
| Spindle bore | 1.69 in (43 mm) |
| Spindle taper | Metric 50 |
| Front bearing diameter | 2.76 in (70 mm) |
| Drive | |
| Main motor (60% / 100% duty) | 13.4 / 9.4 hp (10 / 7 kW) |
| Max. spindle torque | 92 lb-ft (125 Nm) |
| Spindle speed | 1–4,500 rpm |
| Feed Drives | |
| Drive type | AC servo, X and Z axes |
| Feed force (X / Z) | 1,124 lbf (5,000 N) each |
| Feed range | 0.00004–2.36 in/rev (0.001–60 mm/rev) |
| Rapid traverse (X / Z) | 236 in/min (6 m/min) |
| Threading | |
| Metric | 0.1–400 mm |
| Inch | 56–1/4 TPI |
| Module | 0.125–28 |
| Diametral pitch | 224–1 DP |
| Tooling | |
| Standard tool holder | Multifix size B quick-change |
| Options | Manual PARAT turret; automatic 12-station turret (VDI 20), with 6 live tools optional |
| Tailstock | |
| Quill diameter | 1.97 in (50 mm) |
| Quill stroke | 4.7 in (120 mm) |
| Quill taper | MT 3 |
| Control | |
| Control | Siemens SINUMERIK 828D with ShopTurn |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Footprint (L × W × H) | 66.9 × 63.0 × 68.9 in (1,700 × 1,600 × 1,750 mm) |
| Machine weight | approx. 3,530 lb (1,600 kg), depending on equipment |
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