Machine Tool Saddle

A Machine Tool Saddle is a key motion-related component in CNC machine tools, connecting supporting structures with moving assemblies and helping maintain the required positioning relationships during operation. Its guideway layout, mounting surfaces, and locating features must match the machine design to ensure proper assembly and smooth component movement. Sangroove manufactures cast iron machine tool saddles and slides for 855 and 1160 machining centers, as well as customized equipment. Available materials include HT250 and HT300 gray cast iron, with casting, stress-relief treatment, and machining options determined by the component drawings and project requirements.
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Description

Sangroove (Jiangsu) Machinery Co., Ltd. is one of the most reliable manufacturers and suppliers of machine tool saddle in China. If you're going to wholesale cheap machine tool saddle made in China, welcome to get pricelist from our factory. All customized products are with high quality and low price.

 

Product Overview

A Machine Tool Saddle connects structural and moving elements within a machine tool, helping establish the mechanical relationship between the worktable, guideways, and associated assemblies. Depending on the machine configuration, a saddle or slide may travel along one axis or provide a mounting platform for another moving component.

The geometry of these parts is closely related to the machine's travel arrangement. Guideway spacing, mounting-face position, reference dimensions, and the alignment of mating surfaces must correspond with the overall machine design. Errors at these interfaces can affect assembly fit and the movement characteristics of the finished equipment.

Sangroove supplies machine tool saddle and slide castings for 855 and 1160 machining center models, subject to drawing confirmation, and can evaluate customized component designs. Manufacturing requirements are reviewed around the actual part geometry, including its support sections, guideway interfaces, mounting points, and required machining allowances.

HT250 and HT300 gray cast iron are listed material options. Depending on the approved design, production may include lost foam casting or resin sand casting, followed by specified aging or stress-relief treatment and machining of designated reference surfaces.

For a project assessment, customers can submit drawings or 3D models showing the saddle dimensions, guideway layout, mating components, material grade, and required tolerances.

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Manufacturing Process

 

01. Component and Interface Review

Examine the saddle geometry, travel arrangement, guideway layout, mounting points, and interfaces with adjoining components.

02. Casting Method Selection

Assess the part shape and production requirements to determine a suitable mold and casting approach.

03. Casting Production

Produce the casting using an applicable process, such as lost foam casting or resin sand casting, subject to the approved manufacturing plan.

04. Material and Stress Control

Check material composition against the specified grade and incorporate aging or stress-relief treatment where required.

05. Reference Surface Machining

Machine designated guideway mounting faces, locating surfaces, and assembly interfaces to the drawing requirements.

06. Dimensional Verification

Check critical dimensions and relationships between mating surfaces against the agreed inspection criteria.

07. Final Preparation

Complete the specified checks, protect machined surfaces as appropriate, and prepare the components for shipment.

 

Technical Specifications

 

Item

Specification

Product Name

Machine Tool Saddle / Slide

Main Materials

HT250 / HT300 Gray Cast Iron

Optional Material

QT500 Ductile Iron, subject to technical confirmation

Weight Range

50–2000 kg, subject to production capability

Casting Processes

Lost Foam Casting / Resin Sand Casting

Heat Treatment

Aging / Stress Relief, according to project requirements

Main Machining Features

Guideway Mounting Faces, Locating Surfaces, Assembly Interfaces

Machining Accuracy

According to approved customer drawings

Surface Roughness

Ra 1.6–Ra 6.3, subject to specified surfaces

Customization

Drawing-Based OEM Production

Applications

855 / 1160 Machining Centers and Customized Machine Tools

Features of Machine Tool Saddle Castings

Guideway Interface Configuration

Guideway mounting surfaces and their relative positions are defined by the machine's travel arrangement and approved engineering drawings.

Multi-Surface Machining

Saddles may require machining on several related faces. The machining plan can account for locating surfaces and mating interfaces specified for assembly.

Geometry for Moving Assemblies

The casting shape and mounting layout are evaluated according to the components the saddle must support or connect.

Stress Management Before Finish Machining

Aging or stress-relief treatment can be included where required by the selected material, casting design, and machining sequence.

Compatibility with Specified Machine Models

Saddles and slides for 855 and 1160 machining centers can be assessed against confirmed model drawings. Other configurations require project-specific review.

Inspection Based on Assembly Requirements

Dimensional checks can focus on the mounting positions, reference dimensions, and interface relationships identified as critical in the technical documentation.

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Why Choose Sangroove

Machine Tool Casting Background
More than 40 years of machine tool casting experience, according to company information.

Saddle and Slide Manufacturing
Support for specified machine tool saddle and slide casting projects, subject to drawing review.

Flexible Casting Options
Lost foam and resin sand casting for suitable component designs.

Interface-Focused Machining
Machining plans can address guideway mounting faces and other defined assembly surfaces.

Drawing-Led Quality Requirements
Production and inspection criteria are established around approved drawings and project specifications.

Applications

Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC)

Gantry Machining Centers

CNC Milling Machines

CNC Boring Machines

Multi-Axis Machine Tool Systems

Customized Industrial Machining Equipment

 

FAQ

Q: 1. What is a machine tool saddle used for?

A: A machine tool saddle connects moving and supporting elements within a machine tool. Its configuration depends on the travel system, guideway arrangement, and components mounted to it.

Q: 2. What is the difference between a machine tool saddle and a machine tool slide?

A: The terms describe related but not identical components, depending on the machine design. Their exact functions and interfaces should be identified from the equipment drawings before confirming the manufacturing scope.

Q: 3. Can you manufacture saddles for specific machining center models?

A: Projects involving 855 and 1160 machining center saddles can be evaluated, subject to confirmation of the model drawings and manufacturing requirements.

Q: 4. Which materials are available?

A: HT250 and HT300 gray cast iron are listed options. Alternative materials require technical review and confirmation.

Q: 5. Which surfaces can be machined?

A: Depending on the agreed scope, machining may cover guideway mounting faces, locating surfaces, and other interfaces identified on the drawings.

Q: 6. How are saddle dimensions verified?

A: Critical dimensions are checked against the approved drawings and agreed inspection criteria, with the inspection scope defined for each project.

Q: 7. What information should I provide for a quotation?

A: Provide the component drawing or 3D model, material grade, estimated quantity, guideway layout, critical dimensions, tolerance requirements, and required machining scope.

 

 

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