SMS Challenger
Vertical pick-up turning machines for multi-functional use
SMS Challenger pick-up vertical turning machines are multi-functional turning centers with a suspended spindle. The inverted spindle considerably simplifies loading and unloading via the built-in gantry loader. Free chip removal permits greater precision during machining. The ample work area window on the Challenger pick-up vertical turning machine also enables flexible feeding.
INDUSTRIES
Equal to any challenge – not only in these industries
Automotive OEMs and Suppliers
Complete machining using built-in automation
Truck manufacturers and suppliers
Integrated solutions for axle parts
E-Mobility
Precise series production of chassis, motor and power unit parts
ADVANTAGES
HOW TO BENEFIT FROM SMS CHALLENGER PICK-UP VERTICAL TURNING MACHINES
Enhanced performance
SMS Challenger pick-up vertical turning machines feature a powerful motor spindle for high torsional moments and axial loads at speeds up to 4,000 rpm. The slide system carries the workpiece into the closed working area for multi-function machining.
Top precision
The cast iron bed and guide rails offer high dynamic rigidity and ensure the structural integrity required for highly precise and even metal cutting. The default X-axis and optional Z-axis with absolute linear scales enable ideal repeatability.
Maximum flexibility
SMS Challenger vertical turning machines can be optionally equipped with an automatic 12-part tool changer, grinding spindle, drilling, milling and thread cutting tools or a combination of turning tools, turrets and multiple spindles.
Ideal ergonomics
SMS Challenger vertical turning machines have large work area windows for flexible feeding. Free chip removal permits greater precision during machining and reduces environmental pollution. Accessibility from the front and rear simplifies maintenance activities.
APPLICATIONS
TOP PERFORMANCE FOR MAXIMUM PRECISION
Multi-functional SMS Challenger pick-up vertical turning machines enable turning, drilling, milling, grinding and thread cutting at top production quality. The servo motor is directly coupled with the ball screw drive to ensure maximum performance and precision.
- Transmission
Clutch housing
SMS Accu-Cell, SMS Challenger and SMS Crusader vertical turning machines leave nothing to be desired in the precise and efficient finished machining of torque converter pumps and covers up to 600 mm diameter on crankcases.
- Pumps
Gear pump
SMS Accu-Cell, SMS Challenger and SMS Crusader vertical turning machines can be used for highly precise and efficient machining of gear pumps made of cast iron or aluminum with a diameter up to 600 mm.
- Transmission
Ring gear
SMS Accu-Cell and SMS Challenger vertical turning machines enable precise and efficient fine machining and hard turning of ring gears with a diameter up to 600 mm.
- Transmission
Sun gear
SMS Accu-Cell and SMS Challenger vertical turning machines provide maximum performance and efficiency for precise and effective fine machining, grinding and hard turning of sun wheels on transmissions.
- Miscellaneous
Shaft support
SMS Challenger vertical turning machines provide maximum performance and efficiency for precise and effective fine machining, smoothing and surface grinding of shaft bearings.
- Foundry
Aluminum parts
- Pumps
Impeller
- Miscellaneous
Fixed gear
- Miscellaneous
Chuck parts
- Miscellaneous
Shaft parts
- Miscellaneous
Gear
- Chassis
Brake disc
- Chassis
Yoke
- Chassis
Joint housing
- Chassis
Bearing cage
- Chassis
Wheel hub
- Chassis
Bushing
- Powertrain
Differential housing
- Powertrain
Differential carrier
- Electric drive
Rotor
- Transmission
Pinion
MACHINE TYPES
THE RIGHT PICK-UP VERTICAL TURNING MACHINE FOR EVERY REQUIREMENT
SMS Challenger pick-up vertical turning machines offer different machine types for individual machining tasks. From turning and drilling through grinding or milling to thread cutting.
- SMS Challenger I-25-MP
- Pick-up vertical turning machine
- SMS Challenger I-45-MP
- Pick-up vertical turning machine
- SMS Challenger I-25-T2
- Pick-up vertical turning machine