Here we have listed the questions most frequently asked by our customers. We've put together these frequently asked questions so that you can learn more about our products and buy one of our machine tools with complete peace of mind. If you don't find the answer to your question in this section, don't hesitate to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

The most frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions.

Here we have listed the questions most frequently asked by our customers. We've put together these frequently asked questions so that you can learn more about our products and buy one of our machine tools with complete peace of mind. If you don't find the answer to your question in this section, don't hesitate to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

What's the difference between an asynchronous motor/gearbox and a brushless motor/drive?

When it comes to making the right choice when purchasing a machine tool, whether a lathe or a milling-drilling machine, there's the recurring dilemma of the advantages and disadvantages of a gearbox or an electronic variator.

All machines in the Weiss range equipped with variable spindle speed drives are systematically fitted with brushless motors offering the triple advantage of reliability, silent operation and high torque delivery. That's why we promote this modern, reliable and proven technology.

However, respecting the different points of view of today's machinists, depending on their training, experience and the use they will make of their future machine, we have decided to offer some machines with a purely mechanical transmission, i.e. a gearbox; in this case, the main motor is of the "asynchronous" type, with starting capacitors and phase shifting to enable the machine to be supplied with 230V single-phase. The advantage of a gearbox is undoubtedly the high torque at very low speeds, but it also has the disadvantage of a high noise level during operation and the need for regular maintenance (draining, cleaning).

What are the standards for mounting chucks on Weiss lathe spindles?

Without a doubt, this question is one of the most frequently asked of our technical department. We invite you to download the file below to find out about all the standards.

Tool selection: HSS or tungsten carbide?

You've just acquired your new lathe or milling machine, but you still need to get the most out of it by using the right cutting tools with the right parameters!

Definition of cutting parameters

The first thing to remember before starting work is that machining is a profession in its own right, so there's no room for improvisation!

If you're a beginner, you need to start by learning the trade through training or by consulting a professional, and perfect your experience with hours of machining before claiming to "tickle the hundredth"!