Modular Expandable CNC Lathe Structure: A Full Overview of Force One FCL Series Slant-Bed Machines
Aug 11 2025In today’s era of high-mix, low-volume, and diversifed manufacturing, CNC lathes are no longer merely fxed-confguration equipment—they have become scalable modular platforms. Force One FCL Series slant-bed precision CNC lathes are built with this exact logic in mind. Based on a highly standardized slant-bed structure, the series offers modular expansions including spindle, turret, Y-axis, C-axis, and sub-spindle, enabling each lathe to flexibly handle diverse applications from one-off prototyping to complex mill-turn operations in production lines.
FCL Series Slant Bed
Modular Design: Slant Bed × Flexible Expansio
The FCL Series features a core 45° slant bed platform, providing all models with consistent performance in rigidity, chip evacuation, and stability. This architecture supports the following modular expansion options:
| Module Type | Expandable Options | Purpose & Benefts |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Spindle Module | Standard Spindle / Sub-Spindle | Enables front-and-back machining in a single setup, improving automation |
| Turret Module | Single Turret / Twin Turret | Parallel machining enhances efficiency and distributes tool load |
| Live Tool Module | With C-Axis Control | Supports face machining, milling, and tapping |
| Y-Axis Module | Eccentric / Mill-Turn | Increases geometric freedom for complex parts, reduces machine switching |
| Auto Loading Module | Robot Arm System | Enables automated loading/unloading for unmanned production |
All expansions are built on the same slant-bed structure, highlighting adjustability and flexible confguration, thereby reducing the tooling burden on the production end.
Decoding the Model: Understand the Code, Know the Confguration
The FCL Series model codes represent the modular confguration of each machine. Below is the reference table:
| Model Code | Spindle Confguration | Turret Type | Y-Axis Travel | C-Axis Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCL | Single Spindle | Non-Live Turret (opt. Live Turret) |
No | No |
| FCL-Y | Single Spindle | Live Turret | Yes | Yes |
| FCL-TS | Twin Spindles | Non-Live Turret | No | No |
| FCL-TSY | Twin Spindles | Live Turret | Yes | Yes |
| FCL-TT | Twin / Single Spindle (opt.) | Twin Turrets | No | No |
| FCL-TTY | Twin / Single Spindle (opt.) | Twin Turrets (Live Turret) | Yes | Yes |
FCL Standard Confguration
FCL-Y Series (opt.)
FCL-TTY Series (Twin Turrets / Twin Spindles / Y-Axis opt.)
Modular Matching × Workpiece Needs: Model Selection Guide
| Machining Requirement | Required Modules | Recommended Models |
|---|---|---|
| Basic OD / Face Turning | Standard Spindle + NonLive Turret | FCL Standard Model |
| Fast Cycle Time, Multiple Operations | Twin Turrets Series | FCL-TT, FCL-TTY |
| Front and Back Machining in One Setup | Sub-Spindle | FCL-TS, FCL-TT, FCL TTY |
| Axial Drilling, Tapping, Mill-Turn | Live Tool + C-Axis | FCL(M), FCL-TS， FCL-TT |
| Eccentric Drilling/Tapping, Complex Milling | Y-Axis + Live Tool + CAxis | FCL-TSY， FCL-TTY |
| Automation / Lights-Out Machining | Robot Arm Interface + Sub-Spindle | All FCL Models |
With flexible module confgurations, the FCL Series is not just a machine—it's the core of your process solution.
FCL Is a Modular Mindset, Not Just a CNC Lathe
The key strength of Force One FCL Series lies not in any single model’s specifcations, but in its design philosophy: modularization and standardization. Each FCL machine can be custom-confgured during the build stage to match real-world machining requirements—avoiding over-specifcation and waste.
If you’re looking for a CNC lathe that can be truly tailored to your needs, the modular architecture of the FCL Series is your most dependable choice.
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