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This machine is discontinued - this page is here for information purposes only. Please click here to see if we have any B12-VI machines for sale in our pre-owned department or take a look at the current equivalent of the B12-VI, the K12-VI.
CITIZEN B12-VI

The Citizen-series was designed to replace cam-controlled lathes. This series combines the speed and compact design of cam-control with all the flexibility, precision and convenience of CNC sliding head lathes. Innovative technology is used throughout, so the advantages are considerable. Minimal setup and tooling times figure high on the list, as do machining speeds on a par with the world of cam-control. The net results are high productivity at low cost. For all-round machining and pipless part-off, the B12-VI is supplied with a fully equipped sub-spindle with servo controlled collet actuation. This sub-spindle is now capable of producing complex contours such as tapers or radii.

Features

Ultra-smooth main spindle with high speed, built-in motor offering up to 12000 rpm. Run-up to full speed in 1 second. Super-fast tool movements with digital servo control. Takes 5 turning tools and 3 end-working tools making the B12 the fastest sliding head lathe available. Outstanding speed and precision due to the elimination of hydraulics and pneumatics. Servo motors are used throughout, so the CINCOM B-series boasts excellent machining speeds with idle times pared to the absolute minimum. Sub-spindle for pipless part-off and back-working with 3 tools. Suitable for machining either simple or complex parts. Extremely user-friendly, ideal for newcomers to CNC. Small footprint. Take out that old cam-controlled lathe and wheel in the new Citizen! Attractive price. Well below that of the cam-controlled competition.

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Machine Options

• Synchronous drive guide bush.
• Pipless part-off.

The B12 offers 2 driven tools, 5 turning tools, 3 front drilling tools and 3 back drilling tools. Five turning tools are provided for external machining. The Citizen B12-VI is also supplied with a triple drill holder which can be fitted with double ended sleeves for drilling on the main spindle and sub-spindle. Drilling can be carried out at both ends of the workpiece simultaneously by overlapping the Z-axis feed for the main and sub-spindles. For cross drilling of for simple milling operations such as flat key surfaces or slots, the B12-VI is supplied with 2 driven tools as standard.

The CINCOM B12 series is fitted with the FANUC 18TC control unit with CITIZEN's special software for simple setting and ease of use. The control panel and display screen are set out so that newcomers to CNC or operators transferring from cam-controlled machines can quickly and easily adapt to the new machine.

A special, electronic hand-wheel is used for simple checking of the CNC program, allowing rapid identification and elimination of errors. Programming is implemented in accordance with ISO standards. Simple and convenient to operate. Start production immediately.

Main features of the CNC System include:

• Automatic referencing.
• Software-controlled tooling.
• Machine shutdown if a fault occurs.
• Background input/editing.
• RS232 interface.
• Diagnostic function.

N.B. For guidance only - detailed footprint available on request.

A downloadable brochure for this machine in Adobe PDF format can be found on our brochure downloads page.