As technology advances toward miniaturization, machines and machine components get smaller and more efficient. Many shops are purchasing smaller-size lathes to produce these parts. Haas Automation's new compact HHLV-1 precision toolroom lathe is a perfect choice for producing high-quality small- to medium-sized parts without the expense of purchasing a larger machine.

The new HHLV-1 is a hybrid precision toolroom lathe that has a full CNC control, but can also be operated manually.

The distance between centers is 18in, and the cross-slide travel is 8in.

The machine has a part swing of 14in over the guide rail, with 6in over the cross slide.

For versatility, spindle speeds are infinitely variable from 0-3,000 rev/min, and the 5C collet nose accepts a variety of workholding options.

The HHLV-1 has a compact 77' x 32.5in footprint that occupies very little floor space, and the machine is slim enough to fit through a standard 36in doorway.

Haas Automation designed the HHLV-1 to be easy to use and efficient.

A No 3 Morse-taper tailstock and 10-gallon coolant tank are standard equipment.

The heavy steel base includes a utility cabinet with a built-in tooling rack, utility shelf and plenty of room for storage.

The cabinet also allows easy access to the coolant tank.

Options for the HHLV-1 include 4in and 5in 3-jaw chucks, a cam-lock tool post for 1/2in tooling, a steady rest and an 8-station automatic tool turret.

The famous Haas CNC control makes the HHLV-1 easy to program and operate, even for beginners.

Its bright, color LCD display and thoughtful keyboard layout make it a pleasure to use.

The machine comes standard with the Haas Intuitive Programming System, a conversational operating system that guides the operator through basic CNC operations - from initial set up to pressing the Cycle Start button.

You don't have to know G-code to cut make parts, and that makes it one of the most user-friendly CNC controls in the industry.

In manual mode, the standard handwheels and precise digital readout ensure high accuracy and ease of operation.

Manual machinists will be making parts almost immediately.

The tough HHLV-1 is a small, high-precision CNC lathe that incorporates the design philosophy and high quality that make Haas the largest machine-tool manufacturer in North America.

And because it's built in the USA by Haas, it's backed by the worldwide Haas Factory Outlet network of support and service.

* Haas Automation at IMTS 2006, Chicago, USA, September 6-13, South Hall, Booth A8000.