A bar feeder should never limit the RPM of a CNC lathe. But, in recent years, on Swiss-type lathes, strokes have gotten longer. As a result, sheet metal gaps have widened, and shops have experienced what they call the Achilles Heel of bar feeders: a jump rope or tail...
Guide channel changeovers can take time. Depending on the bar feeder model and condition, and the expertise of the machinist, they can take up to 30 minutes. You must remove all guide channel sets and slide them out one by one, which can be up to 15 pieces per set....
Here’s everything you need to know about automatic magazine bar feeder compatibility and integration. Compatibility refers to whether the bar feeder is well-suited to the specific requirements and constraints of your CNC lathe. Integration involves incorporating a bar feeder into your manufacturing environment.