Mazak Introduces Syncrex 38/8 Swiss-Style CNC for High-Precision Small-Part Production!
Mazak has expanded its Swiss-type machining portfolio with the introduction of the Syncrex 38/8, a CNC turning platform engineered for high-volume production of small, highly precise components such as those commonly used in motorsports, medical, and precision engineering applications. The machine has been developed to deliver exceptional rigidity, thermal stability, and surface finish consistency, even under demanding production conditions.
At the core of the Syncrex 38/8 is Mazak’s High Damping Composite Casting (HDCC) base. Compared with conventional cast iron, this advanced structure provides significantly higher vibration-damping characteristics and reduced thermal growth. The result is improved machining stability, longer tool life, and superior surface quality, particularly important when producing tight-tolerance components at high speeds and volumes.
The machine is designed to handle bar stock up to 1.5 inches (38 mm) in diameter, allowing shops to run full bar capacity without requiring special bar-end preparation. This capability helps maximize material utilization and reduce setup time, contributing to higher overall productivity. The standard 8-axis configuration includes a 10 hp (7.5 kW) main spindle, a fully functional second spindle, and four cross-working live tools on the main spindle. On the counter spindle side, the machine supports up to six live tools along with a Y-axis, enabling complex back-working operations in a single setup.
Tooling flexibility is another key strength of the Syncrex 38/8. With 36 available tool positions, the machine supports a wide range of machining strategies without frequent tool changes. A removable guide bushing adapter allows operators to preset the guide bushing outside the machine, reducing downtime and simplifying setup procedures. This feature is particularly valuable in high-mix environments where fast changeovers are essential.
Mazak has also designed the Syncrex 38/8 to be convertible, enabling quick changeover from traditional Swiss-style guide bushing operation to chucker (non-guide bushing) mode. This flexibility allows the machine to efficiently produce shorter, non-traditional parts that would typically require a fixed-headstock lathe. By consolidating multiple part families onto a single platform, shops can improve machine utilization and overall throughput.
The machine is equipped with the latest Mazatrol SmoothSt CNC control, featuring a full mechanical keyboard for intuitive operation. Optional software enhancements further improve ease of use and performance. Mazak Swiss Setup Assist (MSSA) simplifies and accelerates job setup, while Mazak Dynamic Chip Control (MDCC) enhances chip management, helping maintain stable cutting conditions during extended unattended runs.
With its combination of structural rigidity, multi-axis capability, tooling flexibility, and advanced control features, the Syncrex 38/8 is positioned as a versatile and productive solution for manufacturers focused on efficient, high-precision production of small complex parts.
