On Friday 31st, Waverley Brownall greeted their awaited arrival
– a brand new, STAR SR-32J (Type N) CNC Machine.

This machine was lifted into the premises via roller and crane assistance,
and will be added to WB’s already extensive list of CNC machines
in the manufacturing workshop.

Main Features

• Main and sub-spindles: C-axis control
• Six 16mm turning tools
• Rigid sleeved main construction
• 32-35mm machining diameter
• Heavy duty cutting capability
• 5 Cross power tools
• Swing out operation panel (Fanuc 32i-B)

This Star CNC Lathe is known for its impressive and efficient machining abilities, offering the same speed and versatility as a traditional sliding head lathe – without the requirement of a guide bush. More parts can be processed and machined from raw materials, due to the decrease in remnant length.

‘Unboxing’ and Installation

Pictured (Above) : The machines official ‘unboxing’ takes place for installation.

Specification

• Number of axes: 7
• Headstock stroke: 80 MM
• Main spindle power: 7.5 KW
• Speed: 7,000 RPM
• 6 Turning Tools at 16MM
• PDT Speed (Max) : 5,000 RPM

The SR-32J will be joining our manufacturing floor Section 2, which is the fourth unit within the facility.

Other STAR machines in the manufacturing dept. are used primarily for the machining and production of our most popular pipe fittingsand compression ended components.

(Above) Demonstration video of the SR 32J Sliding Head Lathe.