Turning-Milling Compound Processing, also known as turn-mill machining or simply turn-milling, is a manufacturing process that integrates both turning and milling operations into a single setup on a multitasking machine tool. In turn-mill composite machining, a single machine tool can perform both rotational turning (where the workpiece rotates while the cutting tool removes material) and linear milling (where the cutting tool moves along a linear path to remove material).
This approach offers numerous advantages over traditional separate machining processes, including reduced setup time, improved accuracy, increased productivity, and enhanced flexibility in manufacturing complex parts with intricate geometries. By combining turning and milling operations in one setup, manufacturers can achieve higher efficiency, tighter tolerances, and reduced lead times, leading to cost savings and improved overall production capabilities.
Turning-Milling Compound Processing is widely used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical device manufacturing, and general engineering, where high precision and efficiency are essential for producing intricate components.
