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Machinery buyers can stretch resources by purchasing a used CNC lathe instead of a new model, and our new guide can help you buy with confidence. You will learn basic inspections that anyone can perform, questions to ask the seller, and considerations that may impact the price you are willing to pay.
Your machine shop is ready to expand. Wonderful! Should you add another vertical machining center or make the investment in a horizontal?
To answer that question, you will need to take a good look at where your shop is today and where you hope to go with the acquisition of a new machine. Think about the customers you have now and the customers you want in the future. Consider what you really need the machine to do in terms of production goals, accuracy, and flexibility. When it comes to finances, make sure you factor in all the costs outside of the initial machine purchase, including things like tools, software, training, maintenance, and repairs.
Sound overwhelming? The good news is that there’s a wealth of information available online to help with your decision. Here we offer a few considerations to get you started, as well as links to in-depth sources for more information.
Buying a Used CNC Lathe
So you’re thinking of buying a CNC lathe. You’re looking for the quality and reliability that a computer-controlled system can bring, but are not anticipating the prospective price tag. A used CNC lathe can be a great option in this situation, and MMI Auction is just the place to get one at a great price.
Before you start bidding, though, let’s take a look at some specs to look out for when shopping for a used CNC lathe. The difference between a high-quality, reliable used CNC lathe and a cheap model that will break down after minimal use is a big one, and you want to be sure about a machine before you buy it. Although some of these inspections can be difficult to perform online, it’s possible to have the seller perform the inspections and videotape them, or to schedule an inspection at the machine’s location. Often, up-close photos, specifications and background reports will provide a sufficient view of the machine. Continue reading
When compared to other CNC manufacturers in the world, Haas Automation Inc. offers more standard features, high tech innovations and rock solid engineering. Haas is the western world’s largest machine builder that manufactures a wide array of CNC vertical machining centers, CNC lathes, horizontal machining centers and rotary products.
Haas machines are built to deliver higher accuracy and are considered more reliable and durable than other machine tools on the market today. If you are in need of a CNC machine but do not wish to pay top dollar for a new machine, consider purchasing a used Haas machine. MMI offers a wide range of Haas models, including the the VF series, including Haas VF-1, Haas VF-2, Haas VF-3, Haas VF-4, Haas VF-5, Haas VF-6, Haas VF-7 and VFE models. Additionally, we often carry SL-30T, SL-20T, SL-10, TL-3, HL-4, ST-10, EC-630, MDC-500, Haas Mini MIll models and more. Our growing inventory changes daily. We host a minimum of two auctions each month and each has up to 30 machines available. If you are unable to participate in our auctions, MMI consistently carries a wide variety of Haas inventory in addition to other top CNC brands.
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