Live Free Armory Has CNC Lathe Mill-Turning

Turning is a machining process used to make cylindrical parts in which the cutting tool moves in a linear fashion while the workpiece rotates. Turning reduces the diameter of a workpiece to a specified dimension and produces a smooth part finish. Our sophisticated turning centers can also perform a variety of milling and drilling operations and incorporate the latest, most advanced turning technology. Turning operations are an integral part of Live Free Armory’s capabilities.

Understanding the differences between turning and milling helps define what application you chose when making your part. The major difference between milling and turning is the relationship of the workpiece and the tool. In a lathe, the workpiece that is being machined spins about its axis, while the cutting tool does not. The opposite is true for milling. The tool in a milling machine rotates about its axis, while the workpiece does not. Being able to do both turning and mill in one machine is a significant advantage. Live Free Armory has been able to outperform the competition through increased efficiency and reduced cycle times on more complex parts by utilizing our mill-turn lathes.