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SMEC SL3000 Series
The SMEC SL 3000 CNC Turning Center is a heavy-duty box-way CNC lathe designed for precision production machining. Available with 10″ and 12″ chuck configurations, the SL 3000 delivers up to 34.9 HP spindle power, high rigidity, and generous turning capacity. SMEC SL 3000M models add BMT65 live tooling for milling, drilling, tapping, and other turn-mill operations, making the SL 3000 Series a versatile solution for demanding CNC machining applications.
| Specification | SL 3000A | SL 3000AM | SL 3000B | SL 3000BM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chuck Size | 10″ | 10″ | 12″ | 12″ |
| Swing Over Bed | 25.59″ | 25.59″ | 25.59″ | 25.59″ |
| Swing Over Cross-Slide | 18.90″ | 18.90″ | 18.90″ | 18.90″ |
| Maximum Turning Diameter | 16.93″ | 15.95″ | 16.93″ | 15.95″ |
| Maximum Milling Diameter | — | 17.05″ | — | 17.05″ |
| Maximum Turning Length | 21.81″ | 19.57″ | 20.79″ | 17.95″ |
| Bar Capacity | 2.99″ | 2.99″ | 3.58″ | 3.58″ |
| Spindle Bore | 3.39″ | 3.39″ | 4.13″ | 4.13″ |
| Draw Tube I.D. | 3.03″ | 3.03″ | 3.58″ | 3.58″ |
| Spindle Nose | A2-8 | A2-8 | A2-8 | A2-8 |
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 3,500 rpm | 3,500 rpm | 3,000 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
| Spindle Motor | 24.8 / 34.9 HP | 24.8 / 34.9 HP | 24.8 / 34.9 HP | 24.8 / 34.9 HP |
| X-Axis Travel | 9.65″ | 9.65″ | 9.65″ | 9.65″ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 23.62″ | 21.26″ | 23.62″ | 21.26″ |
| Rapid Traverse (X/Z) | 945 / 1,181 IPM | 945 / 1,181 IPM | 945 / 1,181 IPM | 945 / 1,181 IPM |
| Turret | 12 Station | 12 [24] Station BMT65 | 12 Station | 12 [24] Station BMT65 |
| Turret Indexing Time | 0.20 sec | 0.20 sec | 0.20 sec | 0.20 sec |
| Rotary Tool Speed | — | 5,000 rpm | — | 5,000 rpm |
| Rotary Tool Motor | — | 4.97 / 7.38 HP | — | 4.97 / 7.38 HP |
| Square Tool Shank Size | 1″ | 1″ | 1″ | 1″ |
| Boring Bar Diameter | 1.97″ | 1.97″ | 1.97″ | 1.97″ |
| Tailstock Quill Diameter | 4.33″ | 4.33″ | 4.33″ | 4.33″ |
| Tailstock Quill Stroke | 3.94″ | 3.94″ | 3.94″ | 3.94″ |
| Quill Taper | MT5 | MT5 | MT5 | MT5 |
| Machine Weight | 11,464 lb | 11,685 lb | 11,464 lb | 11,685 lb |
| Coolant Tank Capacity | 46.2 gal | 46.2 gal | 46.2 gal | 46.2 gal |
| CNC Control | FANUC / Siemens | |||
SMEC SL 3000 CNC Turning Center Applications
The SMEC SL 3000 is well suited for:
- Heavy-duty CNC turning
- Production turning
- Precision shaft machining
- Oil and gas components
- Automotive components
- Hydraulic components
- Industrial equipment components
- Large-diameter parts
- Short- and medium-run production
- Turn-mill machining with live tooling
Why Choose the SMEC SL 3000?
- Rigid box-way construction for heavy-duty cutting
- 10″ and 12″ chuck configurations
- Up to 34.9 HP spindle power
- Large spindle bore options
- High bar capacity
- FANUC or Siemens CNC control options
- BMT65 live tooling on M models
- 5,000-rpm rotary tooling
- Excellent rigidity and vibration control
- Designed for production machining
SMEC specifically describes the SL 3000’s 45-degree slant-bed/box-guide structure as supporting heavy-duty cutting while reducing vibration and improving rigidity.
