Automotive and Motorcycle Parts #
Automotive and motorcycle manufacturing requires large numbers of rotationally symmetric parts with consistent dimensions and surface finish. KINWA lists automobile and motorcycle parts as a main application for its lathes, and its company profile also covers automotive and transportation components.
Typical work includes axles, hubs, bushings, sleeves, brake components, steering parts, shock absorber parts and transmission components. Manual lathes are often used for repair, prototyping and low-volume work; CNC lathes are used for repeat production and tighter dimensional control.
Typical Parts #
- Axles and shafts
- Wheel hubs and brake discs
- Bushings, sleeves and rings
- Steering and suspension components
- Transmission and driveline parts
- Motorcycle engine and chassis parts
Recommended KINWA Series #
- CL Series - Gang Type — Compact, fast cycling for small parts and bar work.
- CL Series - Slant Bed — Stable turning and optional driven tooling for complex parts.
- CH Series — Manual lathes for repair, prototyping and low-volume production.
- CHD Series — For larger hubs, axles and heavy components.
Selection Notes #
For automotive work, define the required cycle time, tolerance, surface finish and annual volume before choosing between a manual and a CNC lathe. Bar capacity, chuck size, spindle speed and the ability to add driven tools or automation are usually the key configuration decisions.