What are the characteristics of CNC machine tools compared with traditional machine tools?
2024-01-24 06:32:39

CNC machine tools have many characteristics compared with traditional machine tools. These characteristics give CNC machine tools significant advantages in processing accuracy, efficiency, flexibility, etc. Here are some key features compared:


1. Degree of automation:

CNC machine tools: It has a high degree of automation and can automatically complete complex processing tasks through pre-written CNC programs.

Traditional machine tools: require manual control, and the proficiency of the operator directly affects the processing quality and efficiency.


2. Processing accuracy:

CNC machine tools: With high-precision position control and motion control systems, they can achieve fine processing and improve processing accuracy.

Traditional machine tools: Limited by the operator's skills and experience, the machining accuracy is relatively low.


3. Processing efficiency:

CNC machine tools: Due to their high degree of automation, they can complete processing tasks quickly and accurately and improve production efficiency.

Traditional machine tools: Processing speed and efficiency are limited by operator proficiency and operating speed.


4. Flexibility:

CNC machine tools: By changing CNC programs, different processing tasks can be quickly switched to adapt to multi-variety and small batch production.

Traditional machine tools: More suitable for large-volume, single-type production, and switching processing tasks is relatively slow.


5. Program control:

CNC machine tools: The machining process is controlled through pre-written CNC programs and is highly programmed and repeatable.

Traditional machine tools: The processing process mainly relies on the operator's manual control, making it difficult to achieve a high degree of automation and programming.


6. Equipment utilization:

CNC machine tools: Due to the high degree of automation, the equipment utilization rate is relatively high, reducing non-productive time.

Traditional Machine Tools: Equipment utilization can be affected by operator productivity and equipment idle time.


7. Adaptability:

CNC machine tools: Suitable for processing complex parts, capable of multi-axis linkage and stronger adaptability.

Traditional machine tools: Suitable for processing some simple-shaped parts, but relatively limited for processing complex contours and curved surfaces.


8.Monitoring and Diagnosis:

CNC machine tools: The machining process can be monitored in real time, fault diagnosis and preventive maintenance can be performed.

Traditional machine tools: Monitoring and fault diagnosis of machine tool status are relatively limited.


Generally speaking, CNC machine tools have significant advantages in accuracy, efficiency, flexibility, etc., and are especially suitable for the needs of small batch and multi-variety production. However, traditional machine tools still have their rationality and advantages in certain specific production scenarios.




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