Recently, a manufacturer of oral medical device components from Egypt contacted us to enquire about processing solutions for micro precision parts. Specialized in producing supporting instruments for dental implantation, the client urgently required an integrated high-precision machining solution for mass production of dental implant screwdrivers.
Analysis based on the drawings provided by the client: this dental implant screwdriver has an overall length of only 25 mm and a shank diameter of Φ3.00 mm, making it a typical slender miniature component. It features a precision Torx engagement tip at the front end, a slender straight shank in the middle, and multi-step outer circles plus knurled grip structure at the rear. The raw material is medical-grade stainless steel. The maximum machining diameter of the part is less than 10 mm, and it demands strict medical-level standards for coaxiality, tooth profile precision and surface finish.According to the characteristics of this workpiece, we recommended the F203E CNC Swiss-type lathe, which can machine workpieces ranging from Φ2 mm to Φ20 mm. The performance of this machine tool can fully satisfy the full-process machining requirements for this implant screwdriver.
The F203E CNC Swiss-type lathe is highly suitable for machining slender miniature medical device components such as dental implant screwdrivers and implant abutment screws. It can complete full-form machining of dental implant screwdrivers and boasts multiple prominent advantages:
| High-precision Machining of Slender Shafts to Suppress Vibration and Deformation |
| The Swiss-type lathe adopts a sliding headstock plus precision guide bushing support structure. The cutting zone is close to the support point, which effectively prevents vibration during slender shaft machining. It steadily guarantees the coaxiality of the Φ3.00mm slender shank and solves the common problems of bending and unstable precision when processing slender shafts on conventional lathes. |
| One-step Forming via Turn-mill Composite Machining to Eliminate Repositioning Errors |
| All machining operations including precision OD turning, multi-step contour machining, power milling of Torx tips, housing knurling, radius rounding and part cutoff can be completed in a single clamping. It avoids cumulative errors caused by workpiece transfer among multiple processes and greatly reduces risks of scratching and collision damage to components. |
| Reliable Surface Quality for Medical Devices |
| Machined parts feature minimal burrs, simplifying subsequent deburring procedures and delivering excellent surface roughness. The machine ensures high dimensional consistency with tiny dimensional variation in mass production. It complies with medical device production control standards and effectively reduces the reject rate during full finished-product inspection. |
| Automated Mass Production to Improve Delivery Capacity |
| Equipped with a bar feeder, the machine enables fully automatic continuous production from long bar stock with minimal manual operation and shorter cycle time for individual workpieces. It caters to both large-volume standard orders and flexible production of small-batch, multi-model precision dental instruments. |
The F203E CNC Swiss-type lathe features imported high-precision linear guides, ball screws and precision bearings on all axes. The synchronous guide bushing structure enables high-speed and high-accuracy machining.
The following are the specific technical parameters of the F203E CNC Swiss-type lathe
| Item | F203E | ||
| Capacity | |||
| Maximum swivel diameter | Φ20 mm | ||
| Feeding length at one time | Standrad:
Rotary Guide Bush 80 mm Optional: 140mm |
Optional:
Fixed guide bush 200mm |
Optional:
Without guide bush L/D ratio 3:1 |
| Spindle speed | 8000 rpm | ||
| Minimum dividing(。) | Continuous Indexing | ||
| Spindle bore diameter | Φ22 mm | ||
| Main Spindle | |||
| Number of O.D turning tools | 5 | ||
| O.D turning tools tool size | 12×12 | ||
| Number of End face Fixed Tool | 4×Φ20 Round hole ER11 | ||
| Max. drilling diameter | Φ9 mm | ||
| Max. tapping diameter | M8 | ||
| Number of Radial power-driven tool | 2×ER11+2×ER16 | ||
| Max. drilling diameter | Φ9 mm | ||
| Max. tapping diameter | M8 | ||
| Radial power-driven tool speed | 5000 rpm | ||
| Motor | |||
| Main Spindle | 2.2 kw | ||
| Main Spindle Radial power-driven tool motor | 1 kw | ||
| Servo motor(X1、Y1、Z1) | 1 kw | ||
| Lubrication pump motor | 0.1kw | ||
| Cooling pump motor | 0.35kw | ||
| Fast feed rate(X1、Y1、Z1) | 25 m/min | ||
| Others | |||
| Cooling Tank Capacity | 130L | ||
| Lubrication Device Capacity | 3L | ||
| Center Height | 1050mm | ||
| Overall Dimensions (Length × Width × Height) | 1750×1080×1800mm | ||
| Machine Tool Weight | 1500kg | ||
| Machine Tool Power | 7.5kw | ||
| CNC Control System | SYNTEC | ||
If you also need to process similar dental medical devices, please send the workpiece dimensions and machining requirements to the ANTISHICNC technical team. We will match you with a suitable CNC Swiss-type lathe according to your part specifications.
For more information, please visit our website: https://www.antsmachine.com/swiss-lathe/
Or email us at contact@antsmachine.com
Our engineers will work with you to develop the most suitable processing solution.
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