StarUser Live Tooling Installation, Adjustment And Maintenance Guide For STAR Swiss CNC Lathe

This technical manual provides complete operation specifications for StarUser driven live tooling sets, suitable for SB, SR, SV, SE and KNC full‑series STAR swiss‑type CNC lathes. Machine operators and maintenance teams can follow this guide for correct assembly, precision inspection and routine maintenance to extend tool service life.

Compatible STAR Swiss Lathe Machine List

SB Series: SB‑16, SB‑20, SB‑26, SB‑32 multi‑turning machines
SR Series: SR‑20, SR‑32 high‑speed swiss lathes
SV Series: SV‑12, SV‑20 compact precision equipment
SE Series: SE‑12, SE‑16 economical production models
KNC Series: KNC‑16, KNC‑20 automatic bar‑feeding lathes
Custom modified spindle machines: Tooling modification available with customer drawing confirmation

Live Tooling Technical Performance Parameters

Tooling Grade	Body Material	Max Runout Tolerance	Recommended Application
Standard‑grade driven holder	Quenched alloy structural steel	≤0.005mm	General automotive and hardware milling tasks
High‑precision live tooling	Vacuum quenched premium alloy steel	≤0.003mm	Medical and aerospace micro‑component machining
Coolant‑through live tool	High‑strength forged steel	≤0.004mm	Hard‑alloy material high‑speed cutting
Custom‑angle rotary tool	Customer‑specified tool steel	Custom drawing tolerance	Special multi‑axis complex part processing

Step‑by‑step Installation & Adjustment Instructions
1. Thoroughly clean the turret mounting surface and tool‑holder taper to remove metal chips and coolant residue.
2. Lock the live tool onto the turret with the recommended torque value; over‑tightening will deform the tool body.
3. Mount the ER collet and cutting tool, then use a dial indicator to test runout at the tool tip.
4. Adjust the gear meshing gap before formal production to avoid abnormal noise or vibration during high‑speed rotation.
5. Complete a trial‑cut test piece and verify workpiece dimension and surface finish before mass‑production.

Daily Maintenance Checklist
Clean the tool exterior after each shift; replenish high‑speed bearing lubricant regularly. Stop running the live tool immediately if you notice vibration, noise or runout deviation. Replace seals and bearing kits when coolant leakage occurs. Store disassembled live tooling in dry, dust‑proof storage boxes to prevent surface corrosion.

If you need downloadable PDF specification sheets, 2D drawings or maintenance spare‑part lists, please contact our engineering team for full technical support.