Hi All
I am repeating this post under this sub forum.
We are looking to purchase a new CNC Lathe.
We ahve looked at many brands and due to needing a machine quickly we are forced to consider on a few brands.
I have narrowed the field to the Mazak quick turn nexus 200 (Ap $140k) and the Daewoo Puma 240LC(ap $110K) now i am aware that there is a class difference between the machines, that said I have looked over the Daewoo and it appears to be a solid machine with quality components used through out.
I have not yet looked over the Mazak but would asume being Japanese that the same would apply, Will being looking at it on Monday.
The Daewoo has a bigger turning capacity and has more torque down low compared to the Mazak.
The Mazak has more overall horse power than the Daewoo.
The parts we are to turn are Approx Dia 200.00mm in 4140 and K1045
The daewoo has solid slides as compared to the Mazak with linear rails, I believe solid rails to be better for heavy turning compared to linear rails.
My concerns on the Daewoo are based on the fact that they are made in Korea as opposed to the Japanese machine.
From the photos I have seen of the Mazak stripped down it does not look as heavily constructed as the Daewoo.
I would appreciate any feed back on both machines.
Regards
JBO