CNC lathes are divided into two types: vertical CNC lathes and horizontal CNC lathes.

Vertical CNC lathes are used for turning large diameter disc parts.

Horizontal CNC lathes are used for turning long axial or small disc parts.

Horizontal CNC lathes can be further divided into economical CNC lathes, ordinary CNC lathes, and turning machining centers according to their functions.

Economical CNC lathe: A simple CNC lathe formed by modifying the turning feed system of a regular lathe with a stepper motor and a microcontroller. Low cost, poor automation and functionality, and low turning accuracy, suitable for turning rotary parts with low requirements.

Ordinary CNC lathe: a CNC lathe designed specifically for turning machining requirements and equipped with a universal CNC system. The CNC system has strong functions, high degree of automation and machining accuracy, and is suitable for turning general rotary parts. This type of CNC lathe can simultaneously control two coordinate axes, namely the x-axis and z-axis.