CNC Lathe Systems (Heavy Duty)

5500-00

LabVolt Series

Datasheet

Festo Didactic
en 240 V - 50 Hz
05/2020
CNC Lathe Systems (Heavy Duty), LabVolt Series

Table of Contents
General Description ________________________________________________________________________________ 2
Features & Benefits ________________________________________________________________________________ 3
List of Available Training Systems ____________________________________________________________________ 3
Additional Equipment Required to Perform the Exercises__________________________________________________ 3
Optional Equipment ________________________________________________________________________________ 3
Available Training Systems __________________________________________________________________________ 4
Equipment Description _____________________________________________________________________________ 7
Optional Equipment Description_____________________________________________________________________ 10

General Description
The CNC Lathe Training Systems provide training in computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided
manufacturing (CAM) using an industrial-grade microprocessor-driven CNC lathe. The systems allow students to
practice computer numerical controlled (CNC) code programming and editing, learn to operate lathe
components, controls, and tools, set a programmed reference zero, follow the steps necessary to turn a
specified part, and apply the machine code language to current lathe technology.
The CNC lathe consists of a horizontal lathe constructed with a cast-iron bed, headstock, and tailstock. The
lathe uses two ball screws, each driven by a stepper motor, to move the cross slide that carries the cutting tool
along the Z axis (right and left) and X axis (in and out) with maximal positional accuracy. The speed of each
stepper motor can be programmed separately for feed rates up to 762 mm/min (30 in/min). A 746 W (1.0 hp)
motor rotates the spindle and three-jaw chuck, and thus the stock, at speeds programmable up to 3400 r/min.
To facilitate maintenance, the Z-axis ball screw is protected by a dust cover.
The CNC lathe can machine pieces of soft materials such as plastic and wax, as well as harder materials such as
aluminum, mild steel, and brass. Pieces can be turned into a variety of cylindrical bumps, grooves, and hollows.
The CNC lathe is capable of threading using an optical-encoder feedback loop.
A computer is used to create NC part programs with G and M machine codes or their conversational code
equivalents. The created programs are downloaded to the on-board microprocessor of the CNC lathe, which
stores and executes them. Since the CNC lathe connects directly to the serial or Ethernet port of a computer, or
directly to a network, no additional interface card is required. The computer is free to be used for any additional
applications since it is not dedicated to the control of the lathe.

The CNC lathe is designed for use with the included CNC Lathe Software, Model 5560. This Windows®-based
software permits creation of G and M code part programs for download to the CNC lathe. It features CAD/CAM
design and tool path emulation, which allow students to create part drawings, set up the tool paths and cut
steps, and create a part program to simulate tool motion on a monitor in order to verify NC code and the
finished part prior to the actual cutting. Canned cycles can be programmed. The software can import NC part
programs created with other CAM programs that support G and M codes.
The CNC lathe features a control panel that allows manual operation. This panel includes a multiple-line LCD
display, an easy-to-use membrane keypad, an error indicator/pause button, and a key-released emergency stop
push button. The lathe parameters, including the spindle speed, the feed rate, the reference point, and the X
and Z axes coordinates of the cutting tool, are adjusted by accessing different menus. During the turning, the
control panel displays the X and Z axes coordinates of the cutting tool, the feed rate, and the spindle speed.
The CNC lathe is designed for maximum safety. A safety door provides protection during machining. Magnetic
interlocks located on this door stop the spindle and the axes if the door is opened during machining. Limit

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switches prevent the bed from over-traveling and the cutting tool from crashing into the chuck. Pressing the
emergency stop push button on the control panel cuts off the power to the spindle motor and stops the axes.
The CNC lathe supports low-voltage communications with robotic units. For this purpose, the CNC lathe features
a 15-pin TTL/IO port providing four 5 V digital inputs and four 5 V digital outputs for TTL communication to an
automation work cell. The CNC lathe also features a 5-pin solenoid driver port providing connections for up to
four auxiliary devices. The TTL/IO and solenoid driver ports are M code supported through the CNC Lathe
Software, Model 5560.
The CNC Lathe Training Systems comprise the accessories, software, and cable required for lathe operation.
These include a carbide insert cutting tool, two cutting tools (AR6 and E6 type), pieces of machinable industrial
stocks, a serial cable, a cross-over Ethernet cable, and a copy of the CNC Lathe Software, Model 5560.
The training systems also include two user guides. The first user guide allows students to acquire experience
with the equipment commonly found in automated manufacturing environments. The second user guide covers
the operation of the CNC Lathe Software.
Various assortments of machining tools and stock materials of different sizes are offered as options to enhance
and expand system capabilities.

Features & Benefits

• Key-released emergency stop push button
• Ability to restart programs from stopping point after safety interruption
• On-board embedded microprocessor
Computer free to be used for other applications since it is not dedicated to the control of the lathe
• Using optical encoder feedback, the lathe is also capable of threading
• An optional 10-tool automatic tool changer is available
• Stand-alone manual mode operation
• Batch mode for independent operation or operation in CIM cells
• Software allowing the programming of up to 10 tools
• 745 W (1 hp) constant-torque dc spindle motor
• Three-jaw self-centering chuck
• Cast iron chassis
• Recirculating industrial-grade ball nuts and screws on X and Z axes
• Magnetic safety interlock
• Quick-change tool post

List of Available Training Systems

Model
Qty Description
number
1 CNC Lathe Training System (Heavy Duty) ___________________________________________ 582521 (5500-2A)
1 CNC Lathe Training System (Heavy Duty) with Automatic Tool Changer __________________ 582526 (5500-5A)

Additional Equipment Required to Perform the Exercises

Model
Qty Description
number
1 Personal Computer _____________________________________________________________ 587003 (8990-0A) 1

Optional Equipment
1 Refer to the Computer Requirements in the software Specifications section of this datasheet if the computer is to be provided by the end-user.

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Model
Qty Description
number
1 Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set ___________________________________________ 763431 (5304-00)
1 Black Acetal Turning Stock Set ____________________________________________________ 763432 (5305-00)
1 White Acetal Turning Stock Set ___________________________________________________ 763433 (5306-00)
1 Aluminum Turning Stock Set _____________________________________________________ 763434 (5307-00)
1 Brass Turning Stock Set _________________________________________________________ 763435 (5308-00)
1 Aluminum Turning Stock Set _____________________________________________________ 763437 (5357-00)
1 Four-Jaw Chuck - 9.52 mm (3/8 in) ________________________________________________ 763508 (5501-00)
1 Standard Carbide Tool Set _______________________________________________________ 587844 (5504-00)
1 Parting Tool Set ________________________________________________________________ 587846 (5505-10)
1 External Threading Tool _________________________________________________________ 587847 (5506-00)
1 Indexable Boring Tools __________________________________________________________ 587848 (5507-00)
1 Heavy-Duty Drill Chuck __________________________________________________________ 587849 (5510-00)
1 Machining Kit __________________________________________________________________ 587851 (5512-10)
1 Automatic Tool Changer _________________________________________________________ 582276 (5514-00)
1 CNC Lathe Software - 1 User _____________________________________________________ 582278 (5560-00)
1 Live Center ___________________________________________________________________ 789739 (96808-00)

Available Training Systems

CNC Lathe Training System (Heavy Duty)
582521 (5500-2A)
The CNC Lathe Training System
provide training in computer-aided
design (CAD) and computer-aided
manufacturing (CAM) using an
industrial-grade microprocessor-
driven CNC lathe. The systems allow
students to practice computer
numerical controlled (CNC) code
programming and editing, learn to operate lathe components, controls, and tools, set a programmed reference
zero, follow the steps necessary to turn a specified part, and apply the machine code language to current lathe
technology.
The CNC lathe consists of a horizontal lathe constructed with a cast-iron bed, headstock, and tailstock. The
lathe uses two ball screws, each driven by a stepper motor, to move the cross slide that carries the cutting tool
along the Z axis (right and left) and X axis (in and out) with maximal positional accuracy. The speed of each
stepper motor can be programmed separately for feed rates up to 762 mm/min (30 in/min). A 746 W (1.0 hp)
motor rotates the spindle and three-jaw chuck, and thus the stock, at speeds programmable up to 3400 r/min.
To facilitate maintenance, the Z-axis ball screw is protected by a dust cover.
The CNC lathe can machine pieces of soft materials such as plastic and wax, as well as harder materials such as
aluminum, mild steel, and brass. Pieces can be turned into a variety of cylindrical bumps, grooves, and hollows.
The CNC lathe is capable of threading using an optical-encoder feedback loop.
A computer is used to create NC part programs with G and M machine codes or their conversational code
equivalents. The created programs are downloaded to the on-board microprocessor of the CNC lathe, which
stores and executes them. Since the CNC lathe connects directly to the serial or Ethernet port of a computer, or

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directly to a network, no additional interface card is required. The computer is free to be used for any additional
applications since it is not dedicated to the control of the lathe.

The CNC lathe is designed for use with the included CNC Lathe Software, Model 5560. This Windows®-based
software permits creation of G and M code part programs for download to the CNC lathe. It features CAD/CAM
design and tool path emulation, which allow students to create part drawings, set up the tool paths and cut
steps, and create a part program to simulate tool motion on a monitor in order to verify NC code and the
finished part prior to the actual cutting. Canned cycles can be programmed. The software can import NC part
programs created with other CAM programs that support G and M codes.
The CNC lathe features a control panel that allows manual operation. This panel includes a multiple-line LCD
display, an easy-to-use membrane keypad, an error indicator/pause button, and a key-released emergency stop
push button. The lathe parameters, including the spindle speed, the feed rate, the reference point, and the X
and Z axes coordinates of the cutting tool, are adjusted by accessing different menus. During the turning, the
control panel displays the X and Z axes coordinates of the cutting tool, the feed rate, and the spindle speed.
The CNC lathe is designed for maximum safety. A safety door provides protection during machining. Magnetic
interlocks located on this door stop the spindle and the axes if the door is opened during machining. Limit
switches prevent the bed from over-traveling and the cutting tool from crashing into the chuck. Pressing the
emergency stop push button on the control panel cuts off the power to the spindle motor and stops the axes.
The CNC lathe supports low-voltage communications with robotic units. For this purpose, the CNC lathe features
a 15-pin TTL/IO port providing four 5 V digital inputs and four 5 V digital outputs for TTL communication to an
automation work cell. The CNC lathe also features a 5-pin solenoid driver port providing connections for up to
four auxiliary devices. The TTL/IO and solenoid driver ports are M code supported through the CNC Lathe
Software, Model 5560.
The CNC Lathe Training Systems comprise the accessories, software, and cable required for lathe operation.
These include a carbide insert cutting tool, two cutting tools (AR6 and E6 type), pieces of machinable stocks, a
serial cable, a cross-over Ethernet cable, and a copy of the CNC Lathe Software, Model 5560.
The training systems also include two user guides. The first user guide allows students to acquire experience
with the equipment commonly found in automated manufacturing environments. The second user guide covers
the operation of the CNC Lathe Software.
Various assortments of machining tools and stock materials of different sizes are offered as options to enhance
and expand system capabilities.

List of Equipment
Model
Qty Description
number
1 Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set ___________________________________________ 763431 (5304-00)
1 CNC Lathe ____________________________________________________________________ 582275 (5500-BA)
1 CNC Lathe Software - 1 User _____________________________________________________ 582278 (5560-00)

List of Manuals
Manual
Description
number
CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) _____________________________________________________ 584389 (36188-E0)
Familiarization with the CNC Lathe (User Guide) ________________________________________ 584420 (36784-E0)

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Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) (584389 (36188-E0))
• 0 Installation of the CNC Lathe/Mill Software
• 1 Overview of the CNC Lathe Software
• 2 Menus
• 3 The Part Program Editors
• 4 Tutorial Exercises

Familiarization with the CNC Lathe (User Guide) (584420 (36784-E0))

• 1 Installation
• 2 Operation
• 3 Tutorial Exercise

System Specifications
Parameter Value
Power Requirements
Current 10 A
Service Installation Standard single-phase ac outlet
Physical Characteristics
Intended Location On a table able to support the weight of the equipment
Dimensions (H x W x D) 330 x 914 x 597 mm (13 x 36 x 23.5 in)
Net Weight 77 kg (170 lb)

CNC Lathe Training System (Heavy Duty) with Automatic Tool Changer
582526 (5500-5A)
The CNC Lathe Training System (Heavy Duty) with Automatic Tool Changer is identical to the CNC Lathe Training
System, Model 5500-2, with the addition of an automatic tool changer (ATC) mounted on the lathe. The ATC can
hold up to ten tools and allows students to execute part programs without stopping the CNC lathe for tool
changes.

List of Equipment
Model
Qty Description
number
1 Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set ___________________________________________ 763431 (5304-00)
1 CNC Lathe ____________________________________________________________________ 582275 (5500-BA)
1 Automatic Tool Changer _________________________________________________________ 582276 (5514-00)
1 CNC Lathe Software - 1 User _____________________________________________________ 582278 (5560-00)

List of Manuals
Manual
Description
number
CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) _____________________________________________________ 584389 (36188-E0)
Familiarization with the CNC Lathe (User Guide) ________________________________________ 584420 (36784-E0)
Automatic Tool Changer (Instruction Manual) __________________________________________590062 (34396-D0)

Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) (584389 (36188-E0))
• 0 Installation of the CNC Lathe/Mill Software
• 1 Overview of the CNC Lathe Software

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• 2 Menus
• 3 The Part Program Editors
• 4 Tutorial Exercises

Familiarization with the CNC Lathe (User Guide) (584420 (36784-E0))

• 1 Installation
• 2 Operation
• 3 Tutorial Exercise

Automatic Tool Changer (Instruction Manual) (590062 (34396-D0))

• 1 Description
• 2 Specifications
• 3 Installation and Adjustment Instructions
• 4 Manual Operation of the ATC
• 5 Tool Installation and Offset Instructions
• 6 Routine Maintenance

System Specifications
Parameter Value
Power Requirements
Current 10 A
Service Installation Standard single-phase ac outlet
Physical Characteristics
Intended Location On a table able to support the weight of the equipment
Dimensions (H x W x D) 330 x 914 x 597 mm (13 x 36 x 23.5 in)
Net Weight TBE

Equipment Description
Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set
763431 (5304-00)
The Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set includes fifty black acetal turning stocks and fifty white acetal
turning stocks. Each stock has the following dimensions: 19 mm (0.75 in) in diameter, 76.2 mm (3 in) in length.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
White Stocks 50
Black Stocks 50
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 19 x 76.2 mm (0.75 x 3 in)

CNC Lathe
582275 (5500-BA)
The CNC Lathe consists of a horizontal
lathe constructed with a cast-iron bed,
headstock, and tailstock. The lathe
uses two ball screws, each driven by a
stepper motor, to move the cross slide
that carries the cutting tool along the Z
axis (right and left) and X axis (in and
out) with maximal positional accuracy.

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The speed of each stepper motor can be programmed separately for feed rates up to 762 mm/min (30 in/min).
A 746 W (1.0 hp) motor rotates the spindle and three-jaw chuck, and thus the stock, at speeds programmable
up to 3400 r/min. To facilitate maintenance, the Z-axis ball screw is protected by a dust cover.
The CNC lathe can machine pieces of soft materials such as plastic and wax, as well as harder materials such as
aluminum, mild steel, and brass. Pieces can be turned into a variety of cylindrical bumps, grooves, and hollows.
The CNC lathe is capable of threading using an optical-encoder feedback loop.

Manual
Manual
Description
number
Familiarization with the CNC Lathe (User Guide) ________________________________________ 584420 (36784-E0)

Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

Familiarization with the CNC Lathe (User Guide) (584420 (36784-E0))
• 1 Installation
• 2 Operation
• 3 Tutorial Exercise

Specifications
Parameter Value
Power Requirement
Current 10 A
Service Installation Standard single-phase ac outlet
Lathe
Swing over Bed 130 mm (5.1 in)
Center Height (from base pan) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Distance Between Centers 279 mm (11 in)
Swing over Cross Slide 48 mm (1.9 in)
Travel of Cross Slide 51 mm (2 in)
Repeatability 0.0127 mm (±0.0005 in)
Resolution 0.0066 mm (±0.00026 in)
Headstock
Spindle Bore 15.8 mm (0.62 in)
Tailstock
Tailstock Taper Morse no 1
Sleeve Stroke 34.8 mm (1.37 in)
Main Spindle Drive
Programmable Speed Range 0-3400 r/min
Motor 746 W (1.0 hp), overload protected
Feed Motors
Type Stepper
Resolution 400 steps/rev
Rapid Traverse Speed 762 mm (30 in/min)
Carbide Tool Set
Types AR6 and E6
Carbide Insert Tool 55° right-hand insert
Tool Holders Two for turning and facing operations
Tool Post
Type Quick-change
Null Modem Serial Cable
Length 3.05 m (10 ft)
Connectors DB9 female/female
TTL/IO Cable
Length 3.05 m (10 ft)
Connectors DB15 male/male
Ethernet Crossover Cable

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Parameter Value
Length 2.13 m (7 ft)
Connectors RJ45 male/male
Three-Jaw Chuck
Type Self-centering, two sets of jaws
Diameter 101.6 mm (4 in)
Hole Size 20 mm (0.7874 in)
Tool Set
Content Hex keys, wrench, cleaning brush, and digital caliper
Physical Characteristics
Intended Location
Dimensions (H x W x D) 330 x 914 x 597 mm (13 x 36 x 23.5 in)
Net Weight 77 kg (170 lb)

Automatic Tool Changer

582276 (5514-00)
The Automatic Tool Changer has a
rotary turret with ten alternately
spaced tool positions. Five of those
are for external turning tools, with a
9.5 mm (0.375 in) square shank. The
five others are for drilling, boring, and
internal threading tools, with a 9.5 mm
(0.375 in) diameter round shank. The
tool-to-tool indexing time of the rotary
turret is 3 seconds. Its maximum tool
protrusion is 19.05 mm (0.750 in) for a
square shank and 101.6 mm (4 in) for a round shank. The turret has a diameter of 127 mm (5 in) and a thickness
of 25.4 mm (1 in).
The Automatic Tool Changer has a position repeatability of ±0.0064 mm / ±0.00025 in (± 0.007°) and a tool-to-
tool repeatability of ±0.051 mm / ±0.002 in (±0.056°).

Manual
Manual
Description
number
Automatic Tool Changer (Instruction Manual) __________________________________________590062 (34396-D0)

Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

Automatic Tool Changer (Instruction Manual) (590062 (34396-D0))
• 1 Description
• 2 Specifications
• 3 Installation and Adjustment Instructions
• 4 Manual Operation of the ATC
• 5 Tool Installation and Offset Instructions
• 6 Routine Maintenance

Specifications
Parameter Value
Rotary Turret
Number of Tool Positions 10
Position Details 5 for external turning tools, 9.5 mm (0.375 in) square shank, alternately-spaced

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Parameter Value
5 for drilling, boring, and internal threading tools, 9.5 mm (0.375 in) dia. round shank, alternately-spaced
Tool-to-Tool Indexing Time 3 sec.
Maximum Tool Protrusion Square-shank: 19.05 mm (0.750 in)
Round-shank: 101.6 mm (4 in)
Turret Diameter 127 mm (5 in)
Turret Thickness 25.4 mm (1 in)
Repeatability
Position ±0.0064 mm / ±0.00025 in (±0.007°)
Tool-to-Tool ±0.051 mm / ±0.002 in (±0.056°)

CNC Lathe Software - 1 User

582278 (5560-00)
The CNC Lathe Software is a
Windows®-based software that
features a parametric-based graphical
tool editor, a 3D tool path emulator,
and an easy-to-use graphical interface.
The software can import NC part
programs created using other CAM
software CAM that support the G and
M codes.
Additional licenses are available.

Manual
Manual
Description
number
CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) _____________________________________________________ 584389 (36188-E0)

Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) (584389 (36188-E0))
• 0 Installation of the CNC Lathe/Mill Software
• 1 Overview of the CNC Lathe Software
• 2 Menus
• 3 The Part Program Editors
• 4 Tutorial Exercises

Specifications
Parameter Value
Licenses
Number of Users 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, or 35
A currently available personal computer with USB 2.0 ports, running under one of the following operating
Computer Requirements
systems: Windows® 7 or Windows® 8.

Optional Equipment Description

Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set (Optional)
763431 (5304-00)
The Black and White Acetal Turning Stock Set includes fifty black acetal turning stocks and fifty white acetal
turning stocks. Each stock has the following dimensions: 19 mm (0.75 in) in diameter, 76.2 mm (3 in) in length.

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Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
White Stocks 50
Black Stocks 50
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 19 x 76.2 mm (0.75 x 3 in)

Black Acetal Turning Stock Set (Optional)

763432 (5305-00)
The Black Acetal Turning Stock Set includes 100 black acetal turning stocks. Each stock has the following
dimensions: 19 mm (0.75 in) in diameter, 76.2 mm (3 in) in length.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
Black Stocks 100
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 19 x 76.2 mm (0.75 x 3 in)

White Acetal Turning Stock Set (Optional)

763433 (5306-00)
The White Acetal Turning Stock Set includes 100 white acetal turning stocks. Each stock has the following
dimensions: 19 mm (0.75 in) in diameter, 76.2 mm (3 in) in length.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
White Stocks 100
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 19 x 76.2 mm (0.75 x 3 in)

Aluminum Turning Stock Set (Optional)

763434 (5307-00)
The Aluminum Turning Stock Set includes 100 aluminum turning stocks. Each stock has the following
dimensions: 19 mm (0.75 in) in diameter, 50.8 mm (2 in) in length.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
Aluminum Stocks 100
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 19 x 50.8 mm (0.75 x 2 in)

Brass Turning Stock Set (Optional)

763435 (5308-00)
The Brass Turning Stock Set includes 25 brass turning stocks. Each stock has the following dimensions: 12.7
mm (0.5 in) in diameter, 76.2 mm (3 in) in length.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
Brass Stocks 25
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 12.7 x 76.2 mm (0.5 x 3 in)

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Aluminum Turning Stock Set (Optional)

763437 (5357-00)
The Aluminum Turning Stock Set includes 100 aluminum turning stocks. Each stock has the following
dimensions: 12.7 mm (0.5 in) in diameter, 63.5 mm (2.5 in) in length.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Quantity
Aluminum Stocks 100
Dimensions (Diameter x Length) 12.7 x 63.5 mm (0.5 x 2.5 in)

Four-Jaw Chuck - 9.52 mm (3/8 in) (Optional)

763508 (5501-00)
The Four-Jaw Chuck is a four-jaw chuck with each jaw independent and reversible. It has a diameter of 88.9 mm
(3.5 in).

Specifications
Parameter Value
Type Each jaw is independent and reversible
Diameter 88.9 mm (3.5 in)
Physical Characteristics
Net Weight 1.55 kg (3.4 lb)

Standard Carbide Tool Set (Optional)

587844 (5504-00)
The Standard Carbide Tool Set
contains carbide tools of the following
types: AR6, BR6, D6, E6, C6, BL6, and
AL6.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Types AR6, BR6, D6, E6, C6, BL6, and AL6

Parting Tool Set (Optional)

587846 (5505-10)
The Parting Tool Set includes the following equipment:

• A tool holder for 12.7 mm (0.5 in) high parting-off blades

• A parting-off blade with a height of 12.7 mm (0.5 in) and made of HSS

Specifications
Parameter Value
Tool Holder
Type For 12.7 mm (0.5 in) high parting-off blade
Parting-off Blade
Blade Height 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
Material HSS

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External Threading Tool (Optional)

587847 (5506-00)
The External Threading Tool includes
the following equipment:

• A carbide insert: right-handed, inscribed circle

(I.C.) of 9.5 mm (0.375 in), tip-included angle of
60°, pitch range of 0.5-1.5 mm (1/16-1/48 in)
• A tool holder for 9.5 mm (0.375 in) I.C. inserts
with an helix angle of 1.5°

Specifications
Parameter Value
Carbide Insert
Hand Right
Inscribed Circle (I.C.) 9.5 mm (0.375 in)
Tip Included Angle 60°
Pitch Range 0.5-1.5 mm (1/16-1/48 in)
Tool Holder
Insert Size For 9.5 mm (0.375 in) I.C. inserts
Helix Angle 1.5°

Indexable Boring Tools (Optional)

587848 (5507-00)
The Indexable Boring Tool includes the
following equipment:

• A carbide insert with 3 cutting edges of the type

TPEE-730
• A boring bar that fits TPEE-730 inserts

Specifications
Parameter Value
Carbide Insert
Cutting Edges 3
Type TPEE-730 boring insert
Boring Bar
Type Fits TPEE-730 inserts

Heavy-Duty Drill Chuck (Optional)

587849 (5510-00)
The Heavy-Duty Drill Chuck consists of a Jacob No. 2 arbor drill chuck having a capacity of 0-9.5 mm (0-0.375
in). Its taper is of the Morse No. 1 type.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Chuck

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Parameter Value
Capacity 0-9.5 mm (0-0.375 in)
Type Fits Jacob No. 2 arbor
Arbor Chuck
Taper Morse No. 1

Machining Kit (Optional)

587851 (5512-10)
The Machining Kit contains the following:

• A four-jaw chuck, Model 5501

• A live center, Model 96808
• Carbide tools of the following types: AR6, BR6, BR7, D6, E6, C6, BL6, AL6
• Morse no. 1 Taper-shank Drill Tools of various diameters (see Specifications)
• A parting tool set, Model 5505-1
• A size-3 center drill
• An indexable boring tool, Model 5507
• A drill chuck, Model 5510

Specifications
Parameter Value
Four-Jaw Chuck See Model 5501 for the details
Live Center See Model 96808 for the details
Carbide Tools
Types AR6, BR6, BR7, D6, E6, C6, BL6, AL6
Morse no. 1 Taper-shank Drill Tools
1.59 mm (0.0625 in), 3.18 mm (0.125 in), 4.76 mm (0.1875 in), 6.35 mm (0.25 in), 7.94 mm (0.3125 in), 9.53 mm
Diameters
(0.375 in), 11.11 mm (0.4375 in), and 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
Parting Tool Set See Model 5505-10 for the details
Center Drill
Body Diameter 6.35 mm (0.25 in)
Drill Diameter 2.78 mm (0.109375 in)
Size No. 3
Indexable Boring Tool See Model 5507 for the details
Drill Chuck See Model 5510 for the details

Automatic Tool Changer (Optional)

582276 (5514-00)
The Automatic Tool Changer has a
rotary turret with ten alternately
spaced tool positions. Five of those
are for external turning tools, with a
9.5 mm (0.375 in) square shank. The
five others are for drilling, boring, and
internal threading tools, with a 9.5 mm
(0.375 in) diameter round shank. The
tool-to-tool indexing time of the rotary
turret is 3 seconds. Its maximum tool
protrusion is 19.05 mm (0.750 in) for a
square shank and 101.6 mm (4 in) for a round shank. The turret has a diameter of 127 mm (5 in) and a thickness
of 25.4 mm (1 in).

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The Automatic Tool Changer has a position repeatability of ±0.0064 mm / ±0.00025 in (± 0.007°) and a tool-to-
tool repeatability of ±0.051 mm / ±0.002 in (±0.056°).

Manual
Manual
Description
number
Automatic Tool Changer (Instruction Manual) __________________________________________590062 (34396-D0)

Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

Automatic Tool Changer (Instruction Manual) (590062 (34396-D0))
• 1 Description
• 2 Specifications
• 3 Installation and Adjustment Instructions
• 4 Manual Operation of the ATC
• 5 Tool Installation and Offset Instructions
• 6 Routine Maintenance

Specifications
Parameter Value
Rotary Turret
Number of Tool Positions 10
Position Details 5 for external turning tools, 9.5 mm (0.375 in) square shank, alternately-spaced
5 for drilling, boring, and internal threading tools, 9.5 mm (0.375 in) dia. round shank, alternately-spaced
Tool-to-Tool Indexing Time 3 sec.
Maximum Tool Protrusion Square-shank: 19.05 mm (0.750 in)
Round-shank: 101.6 mm (4 in)
Turret Diameter 127 mm (5 in)
Turret Thickness 25.4 mm (1 in)
Repeatability
Position ±0.0064 mm / ±0.00025 in (±0.007°)
Tool-to-Tool ±0.051 mm / ±0.002 in (±0.056°)

CNC Lathe Software - 1 User (Optional)

582278 (5560-00)
The CNC Lathe Software is a
Windows®-based software that
features a parametric-based graphical
tool editor, a 3D tool path emulator,
and an easy-to-use graphical interface.
The software can import NC part
programs created using other CAM
software CAM that support the G and
M codes.
Additional licenses are available.

Manual
Manual
Description
number
CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) _____________________________________________________ 584389 (36188-E0)

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Table of Contents of the Manual(s)

CNC Lathe Software (User Guide) (584389 (36188-E0))
• 0 Installation of the CNC Lathe/Mill Software
• 1 Overview of the CNC Lathe Software
• 2 Menus
• 3 The Part Program Editors
• 4 Tutorial Exercises

Specifications
Parameter Value
Licenses
Number of Users 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, or 35
A currently available personal computer with USB 2.0 ports, running under one of the following operating
Computer Requirements
systems: Windows® 7 or Windows® 8.

Personal Computer (Optional)

587003 (8990-0A)
The Personal Computer consists of a
desktop computer running under
Windows® 10. A monitor, keyboard,
and mouse are included.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Power Requirements
Current 1.05 A
Service Installation Standard single-phase ac outlet

Live Center (Optional)

789739 (96808-00)
The Live Center consists of a heavy-duty live center specially designed for high-weight workpieces.

Specifications
Parameter Value
Taper Morse No. 1

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installation, and service, our manufacturing and distribution facility has received the ISO 9001 certification.

Festo Didactic reserves the right to make product improvements at any time and without notice and is not responsible
for typographical errors. Festo Didactic recognizes all product names used herein as trademarks or registered
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