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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-I machines for sale in our pre-owned department or take a look at the current equivalent of the B12-I, the K12-VI.
CITIZEN B12-I

Quick, compact, accurate and user-friendly

The Citizen B-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.

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. 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.

Tool Systems for Cincom B12 Series

The B12-I offers 5 turning tools and 3 end-working tools.

Drive Technology

The main spindle drive is designed with a high-speed built-in motor. The main drive, for example, accelerates to the maximum speed of 12000 rpm in less than 1 second. This means that relatively simple machined workpieces can be finished in incredibly rapid machining times. Another key factor is the quick traverse of all axes, which reduces idle times to the absolute minimum. The elimination of hydraulics and pneumatics dramatically increases reliability and minimises maintenance requirements.

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The CNC System

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.