Okuma Lathe Features Rigid Construction for High-Accuracy Machining
Okuma America Corp. features the LB2000 EX III horizontal lathe, equipped with the OSP-P500 open-architecture control designed exclusively for Okuma machines.
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Okuma America Corp. announces the launch of the Okuma LB2000 EX III. This horizontal lathe joins the company’s flagship line of LB-EX series lathes.
Equipped with a 140 flat spindle, the LB2000 EX III is designed to create finely-tuned small parts or complex components when paired with optional MYW (milling, Y-axis and sub-spindle) offerings. According to Okuma, the LB-EX lathe family includes high-accuracy machining, partly attributed to the machine’s rigid construction. Additionally, the LB2000 EX III contains a high-power, high-torque PREX motor, built to deliver high-quality machining for heavy and high-speed cutting. This, in combination with Okuma’s thermal-friendly concept, which minimizes thermal growth during the machining process, enables machining accuracy and thermal stability.
The LB4000 EX III is also equipped with Okuma’s OSP-P500 control, an open-architecture control designed exclusively for Okuma machines. This control is said to enable numerous intelligent machining technologies, including:
- Windows-based, open-architecture platform for easy integration to applications on the Okuma app store and beyond.
- Greater processing power with dual-core computer processors.
- Embedded cybersecurity features to protect operations and data.
- On-board energy management and green machining capabilities with Okuma’s thermo-friendly concept and ECO suite plus functionality.
- Full-color touchscreen in two sizes: 15″ screen or 21.5″ screen, based on machine model.
- Space-saving, modern design with ergonomic tilt and swivel capabilities; pulse handle options are also available.
Key specs of the LB2000 EX III horizontal lathe include:
- Maximum machining diameter/length: 16.93" / 11.81"
- Rapid traverse X-Z: 1,181 ipm / 1,181 ipm
- Speed range: 45~5,000 rpm
- Main spindle nose/chuck: Ø140 flat / 6″
- Sub spindle nose/chuck: Ø140 flat / 6″
- Standard power: 15 hp / 10 hp
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