Application
CNC Machine Tending
CNC machine tending robots load raw stock into a lathe or mill chuck and unload finished parts, keeping the machine running through unattended shifts.
The robot presents a blank to the chuck or vise, confirms clamping, and retreats before the spindle starts. After the cutting cycle it removes the finished part, often placing it on a conveyor, tray, or gauge station.
Coolant and chip exposure drive gripper and cabling choices, since the robot works right at the machine door where mist and swarf are heaviest.
Many cells add in-process probing or a vision check so out-of-tolerance parts are flagged before they reach the next operation, reducing scrap that would otherwise go undetected until final inspection.
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Common questions
- What robots are used for cnc machine tending?
- CNC Machine Tending suits 6 axis industrial, collaborative robots. Examples include fanuc m 20id 25, universal robots ur10e, abb irb 2600.
- What payload and reach does cnc machine tending need?
- Payload is typically 5 to 35 kg with reach around 1200 to 1800 mm.
- What matters most for cnc machine tending?
- Chuck- or vise-compatible gripper. Coolant and chip IP protection. Machine door interlock integration. Optional in-process probing or gauging.