In industries where fluid dynamics dictate performance—such as plumbing, hydraulics, and gas control—precision machining is more than a requirement; it’s the lifeblood of product reliability. BOMAO CNC lathes have become indispensable in this field, empowering manufacturers to produce precision fluid control components such as valves, fittings, hose connectors, and nozzles with absolute consistency and superior surface finishes.
Seal surfaces are critical in valve bodies and control fittings. BOMAO lathes allow for precise facing, grooving, and chamfering operations that maintain Ra values as low as 0.2μm, which is crucial for achieving tight metal-to-metal or elastomer-to-metal sealing interfaces. This is further enhanced by BOMAO’s C-axis and live-tooling options, which make it possible to machine intricate profiles such as NPT, BSP, or metric threading, often in a single pass.
The company’s machines also stand out when it comes to small diameter part machining, which is common in fluid couplings. BOMAO’s high-speed spindle variants (up to 6000 rpm) and bar feeder integration make lights-out production of miniature brass and aluminum connectors viable without sacrificing accuracy.
A notable case study comes from a European OEM manufacturing fuel system valves. They shifted to BOMAO’s inclined-bed turning centers and saw cycle times reduced by 32%, while the reject rate dropped by 40% due to improved burr control and automatic chip evacuation. The customer also praised BOMAO’s thermal stabilization systems, which kept part lengths within ±0.005 mm even under continuous operation.
In another example, a Middle Eastern firm specializing in fire suppression systems employed BOMAO lathes to produce stainless steel nozzle bodies with internal grooving and external threading. BOMAO’s advanced CNC control allowed for synchronized grooving and tapping without requiring multiple fixture setups, reducing changeover time by 45%.
Tool life optimization is another major win for BOMAO users. With coolant-through turret tooling and automatic tool wear detection, tool breakage and scrap have been drastically minimized. In one factory machining POM and PTFE seals into brass housings, BOMAO’s real-time tool feedback system extended tool life by 22% and eliminated manual inspection.
On the automation front, BOMAO integrates with robotic part loaders and conveyor systems to support continuous, unattended machining. Several customers in North America use BOMAO’s robotic-tended CNC cells to produce plumbing fittings in batches of 10,000–20,000 with minimal human intervention. These systems also support barcode scanning for workpiece traceability—vital for industries under regulatory compliance.
For OEMs concerned with environmental impact, BOMAO’s eco-friendly designs stand out. Their lathes support MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication), reducing coolant use by up to 85%. Combined with energy-saving servos and automatic standby modes, this reduces both operational costs and carbon emissions, aligning with global green manufacturing goals.
