Horizontal Vs Vertical Wheel Repair Lathe: How To Choose The Right One?

 

1.Importance and Application Fields of Wheel repair lathe:

Importance: Wheel repair lathe play a crucial role in prolonging the lifespan of wheel rims, enhancing vehicle performance and safety, and saving maintenance costs. They benefit car owners and enable users of wheel repair lathe to provide efficient services to their customers.
Application Fields: Wheel repair lathe are widely used in automobile maintenance, tire services, logistics and transportation, racing, and performance modification industries. By repairing and machining wheel rims, these machines ensure the proper functioning of vehicles and deliver high-quality services. Now, how should we choose between horizontal and vertical wheel repair lathe?
Haisu is a professional company specializing in the design, production, sales, and servicing of wheel repair lathe. Currently, our wheel rim repair machine products are sold in over 90 countries and regions worldwide, with authorized distributors in certain areas such as the European Union, Southeast Asia, North America, and more.

wheel repair lathe

wheel repair lathe machine

2. Horizontal Wheel repair lathe

2.1 Working Principle of Wheel repair lathe:

The working principle of a horizontal wheel rim repair machine is relatively simple. The wheel rim is clamped vertically onto a chuck or custom fixture. Prior to this, the wheel rim is cleaned and inspected for any deformations. If deformations are detected, they are rectified using a wheel rim reshaping machine. The machine then utilizes laser detection to analyze the wheel rim’s surface and generates a processing path through specialized algorithms for wheel rim cutting. Finally, the wheel rim undergoes paint spraying treatment.

2.2 Advantages of Horizontal Wheel repair lathe:

Economic Efficiency: Horizontal wheel repair lathes are based on horizontal CNC lathes, which simplifies their design, processing, and assembly. Consequently, the cost is relatively low. Therefore, they are suitable for users facing economic pressures.

Automation Capability: The machine incorporates automated detection and optimization processes, enabling operators to quickly grasp the operational steps.

High Precision Repair: With CNC programming after data collection, the machine allows for precise control during processing.

In addition to the aforementioned features, Haishu’s horizontal wheel repair lathe is equipped with three types of detection functionalities: laser detection, probe detection, and tooltip detection. This allows users to choose the appropriate wheel rim detection method based on their specific requirements.

car wheel repair lathe

wheel cnc lathe

3. Vertical Wheel repair lathe 

3.1 Workflow of Vertical Wheel Rim Repair Machines

principle of vertical wheel repair lathe is similar to that of horizontal ones. Before the repair process, the wheel rims are inspected for deformations and then thoroughly cleaned. The wheel rims are clamped horizontally and undergo automatic laser detection and optimization programs before the automated machining process begins.

Vertical wheel repair lathe are further categorized into double-column and single-column structures, designed to repair different sizes of car wheel rims.

3.2 Advantages of Vertical Wheel repair lathe

3.2.1 Versatility: Vertical wheel repair lathe can accommodate various wheel sizes, making them suitable for processing different-sized wheel rims. They offer a high level of versatility.

3.2.2 Space Efficiency: The vertical structure allows for placement in narrow spaces, such as small workshops or inside vehicles. These machines occupy a smaller footprint, freeing up more space for other equipment.

3.2.3 High Configuration: Vertical wheel repair lathe often utilize linear guides for precise and smooth surface machining of car wheel rims.

High Automation Level: Vertical structures are equipped with higher levels of automation, including automatic doors, safety gates, and one-touch detection functions.

Efficiency: Vertical wheel repair lathe are specially designed for car wheel rims, resulting in processing efficiency that can be double or even higher than that of horizontal structures.

3.2.4 Ease of Maintenance: The vertical structure employs a linear guide mode, allowing for simple and quick replacement during maintenance and repairs.

HAISHU offers both double-column and single-column vertical wheel repair lathe. The double-column, also known as a gantry structure, provides efficient and automated processing for large wheel rims. The single-column wheel rim repair machine is particularly suitable for small spaces, such as storefronts or trucks. These machines offer fully automated operations, including one-touch detection, optimization, tool alignment, and machining functions.

wheel cnc repair lathe

wheel lathe machine

4. Comparison and Contrast of Horizontal and Vertical Wheel repair lathe

4.1 Performance Comparison: The vertical wheel rim repair machine offers higher precision compared to the horizontal structure, as it utilizes linear guides, which is the most powerful configuration for alloy car wheel rims. Additionally, the vertical structure provides better processing efficiency and reliability in comparison.

4.2 Scope of Application Comparison: The vertical wheel rim repair machine can handle larger-sized car wheel rims. In the case of horizontal structures, larger wheel rims can generate more centrifugal force, leading to machine vibrations. The horizontal structure is more suitable for smaller wheel types and vehicle models.

4.3 Cost Comparison: The vertical wheel rim repair machine is equipped with linear guides, spindle units, and various servo motors, resulting in higher costs. On the other hand, the horizontal structure uses rigid guides instead of linear guides, which makes it more cost-effective. However, in terms of maintenance costs, the vertical structure with linear guides allows for direct replacement, ensuring the machine maintains the quality standards of a new one, thus resulting in lower overall maintenance costs.

HAISHU offers both horizontal and vertical wheel repair lathe, allowing users to choose the appropriate structure based on their specific needs.

wheel lathe

mobile wheel repair lathe

5. Conclusion

Users can choose the appropriate wheel rim repair machine based on the wheel rim sizes commonly encountered in their shop or repair company. If the majority of the wheel rims are 24 inches or larger, the vertical structure machine should be prioritized. On the other hand, if the wheel rim sizes are mainly 22 inches or smaller, the horizontal structure machine can be considered.

Furthermore, the choice of machine should also take into account space limitations. If the shop is small or if there is a need to place the machine inside a truck, the vertical structure is the best option. However, if there is a large workshop available, space constraints may not be a major concern.

Additionally, it is recommended to consult friends or companies who have experience using wheel repair lathe to gather more advice. Taking into consideration one’s own practical circumstances, the purchase and selection can be made accordingly.

HAISHU is a professional manufacturer of wheel repair lathe, providing efficient and professional consulting services to customers. We offer tailored services such as logo customization, voltage configuration, and supporting equipment. If you have any needs, please feel free to contact us.

Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine CK6190W Exported To Germany

 Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine CK6190W is a Heavy Duty Wheel Repair Machine specially designed to process big wheels more than more than 30 inches. These car CNC wheel lathes are your best choice for wheel machining, super-finishing, and maintenance. CK6190W wheel CNC lathe is high precision, cost-effective and space-saving. Alloy wheel lathe CK6190W has the characteristics of high quality, high precision, and high efficiency and is composed of self-made mechanical parts such as the cast bed, spindle, fixing chuck and feeding mechanism, the imported numerical control system, the automatic measuring system, the famous brand servo motors and the auxiliary parts like lubrication, light, and cooling. Our wheel repair machine has detection scanning automatic programming wheel drawing machine. The Alloy Rim Repair CNC Lathe function is further improved on the basis of the original programming automatic wheel turning machine. No need for manual programming to measure curves which can be realized fully automatically.

This customer had already bought a wheel CNC lathe some days before, now his car repair company expanded its business, so he needed one more similar wheel CNC machine. But this time he needed a bigger model. After confirming the maximum wheel size, the customer stated that he needed the wheel lathe for the process max wheel size of about 30 inches. We recommended Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine CK6190W to him, and he found it very suitable after checking the parameters. He asked for a PI directly and arranged to pay the deposit.

After the Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine CK6190W, he expressed he very much trusts us and does not need to come to check. So we sent him the wheel repair lathe operation video and detailed pictures. He was very satisfied.

Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine CK6190W Specifications

Project name	Unit	Technical parameters
Machining wheel diameter	Inch	30”
Max. workpiece length	mm	750
Probe measuring direction		X、Z
Detection type		Laser
Machining accuracy		IT6~IT7
Surface roughness	um	Ra0.8~1.6
Main transmission form		Independent spindle; step-less frequency conversion
Range of spindle speed	rpm	150~2000
Main motor power	kw	11
Fast-moving feed	mm/min	X – axis:5000   Z – axis:8000
Repeat positioning accuracy	mm	X – axis:0.01    Z – axis:0.015
Standard accessories		4-station electric tool
Repeat positioning accuracy(mm)	mm	0.008
Section of turning tool(mm)	mm	25×25

Main Features of Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine CK6190W

◆Wheel repair special CNC lathe. The new design, new structure, new technology.

◆Achieve the wheel surface profile measurement and data collection and Program Optimization.

◆Automatic precision repair and machining in accordance with the curve of the wheel surface.

◆Self-developed curve optimization software. Multilingual language interface. Installation and operation are simple.

◆Spindle frequency step-less speed.

◆X / Z axis servo drive.

◆Manual jaw self-centering chuck.

◆Machine guard full protection.

◆Security and fault alarm indication.

◆Automatic oil lubrication.

◆Diamond turning, to achieve high-precision smooth machining on the wheel surface.

3. Wheel Repair CNC Lathe Applications

◆The wheel CNC machine tool is suitable for High-precision turning and repair processing for the surface of the car wheel.

◆The wheel repair lathe has also the function of the general CNC lathes.

About Haishu Machinery

Taian Haishu Machinery Co., Ltd. is an Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machine designer and manufacturer dedicated in supplying automobile wheel production and repair solutions to worldwide customers. We have always worked hard to become the leader in designing and manufacturing CNC lathes since 2001.   We have more than 30 talented experts and more than 12,000 square meters of factory.

Sticking on the product development ideas of innovation, simpleness, high quality, and high efficiency, we had been always focused on CNC software development, structural design, process planning, manufacturing deployment, and quality control since the foundation in 2001. Our innovative, high-quality products include Diamond Cut Alloy Machines, brake drum lathes, customized CNC machines, Alloy Wheel Polishing CNC Machines, wheel straightening machines, alloy wheel lathe machines, alloy wheel polishing machines, rim straightening machines, brake disc lathes, and other customized CNC machines. Our Diamond Cut Alloy Machine customers are from Germany, Russia, Spain, India, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Iran, Indonesia, Turkey, Jordan, Dubai, Poland, Morocco, Mexico, Brazil, Lebanon, Thailand, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh,  HK, Taiwan and so on.  We are looking for partners all over the world.

 Minor wheel scratches are already a common problem faced by many private cars. Is it necessary to repair the slight scratches on the surface of the wheel hub? This topic will be discussed next. We also shared some thoughts on minor wheel scratches.

Minor wheel scratches needed to be repaired according to the situation, and a professional wheel repair lathe is required at the same time. Different wheel repair machines are used for different wheel damage repairs. We are also a professional manufacturer of wheel hub lathes.

If it’s just a slight scratch without exposed primer, there’s no need to repair it. After all, it will only affect the beauty of a small hub. In addition, the original gloss of the outline is very bright, which is difficult to find without careful observation. Whether to repair depends on the severity of the hub scratch.

If all the hubs have minor wheel scratches, they should be repaired. If they are not fixed, the damage to the hubs may be deepened, resulting in driving safety risks. The scratches left after scraping may cause the hub to oxidize and the paint on the hub to fall off, which will affect the service life of the hub over time, so the hub repair has significance.

However, Minor wheel scratches should be reminded that hub repair is not a panacea. If the scratches left by scraping are deep, it may lead to hub deformation or notches and cracks. In these severe cases, it is best to replace the hub with a new one, and safety is the most important.

The daily maintenance of the wheel hub is also essential. When the temperature of the wheel hub is high, it should be cooled naturally before cleaning. The hub can not  be  cleaned with cold water. Otherwise, the aluminum alloy wheel hub will be damaged, and even the brake disc will be deformed, affecting the braking effect. In addition, cleaning the aluminum Taijin hub with detergent at a high temperature will cause a chemical reaction on the surface of the hub, lose luster and affect its appearance.

When there is asphalt on the wheel hub that is difficult to remove, if general detergent is useless, try to remove it with a brush, but do not use a hard brush, especially an iron brush, to avoid damaging the surface of the wheel hub.

About HAISHU

HAISHU can provide you with advice and technical support on car wheel repair. At the same time, we are also a manufacturer specializing in the production and sales of wheel repair machines. The automatic repair of the wheel hub can be realized by laser detection. Our vertical hub lathes have such a good reputation all over the world. Want to know more about wheel hub lathes? Please follow our website and leave a positive comment.

Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine RSM595 Export To Philippines

 Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine RSM595, also called a wheel shaping machine, Rim straightening Lathe machine, wheel repair machine, rim straightening lathe, or steel ring shaping machine, is specially used to repair various types of aluminum alloy wheels of distortion depression or deformation, etc. The Mobile Wheel Repair Equipment has the advantages of unique design, standard shaping effect, simple operation process, etc.  The wheel repair machine processing diameter is 10＂~26＂.

Our Philippines customer needed a rim straightening machine. He has a workshop in wheel repair, he already bought a wheel CNC lathe from us, but sometimes the customer’s wheel is seriously deformed and needs to be straightened. So He requested a Wheel Repair lathe. He also asked that the Mobile Wheel Repair Equipment realized the turning function, so that can realize the whole process with one machine. We sent him Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine RSM595 detail and operation videos. We also told him the max wheel size could reach 26 inches. He was very satisfied and told me the size was enough. After confirming the machine color needs customized to green and send me the color card. We provide a detailed quotation of the rim straightening machine RSM595. He was also very happy and said our Wheel Repair Equipment RSM595 was precisely what he needed, he arranged the payment.

A few days later, the Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine RSM595 was completed. We invited him to accept the test of the wheel repair machine. He said that he didn’t have time and had confidence in our machines. So we sent him the Mobile Wheel Repair Equipment RSM595 operate video and the completed workpieces.He was pleased to cooperate with us and hoped to continue long-term cooperation in the future.

Product features of Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine RSM595

1. Mobile Wheel Repair Equipment RSM595 is the ideal machine that can straighten

and mill the uneven places of car rims which a diameter size of 10＂~26＂.

2. Wheel Repair Equipment RSM595 is used for milling the uneven places where after welding (welding machine excluded).

3. Optional configuration: Electrical polisher, used for polishing rim surface to be smooth.

4. Hydraulic cylinder pressure: 10000kg.

Technical Parameters of Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine RSM595

Item	Technical Parameters
Machining capacity	10＂~26＂
Working pressure	10000kg
Motor power	Mechanical 0.55kw. Hydraulic 0.75kw.
Power	AC single phase 220V/ three phase 380V 50Hz
Packed size	1320×780×1420mm
NW/GW	325kg/365kg

About Haishu Machinery

Taian Haishu Machinery Co., Ltd. is a professional CNC machine designer and manufacturer dedicated to supplying automobile wheel production and repair solutions to worldwide customers. We have always worked hard to become the leader in designing and manufacturing CNC lathes since 2001.   We have more than 30 talented experts and more than 12,000 square meters of factory. Our innovative, high-quality products include a wheel CNC machine, Wheel Straightening Polishing Machine, a wheel repair machine, a brake drum lathe, and a customized CNC machine.

Sticking on the product development ideas of innovation, simpleness, high quality, and high efficiency, we had been always focused on CNC software development, structural design, process planning, manufacturing deployment, and quality control since its foundation in 2001.  Our products include Mobile Wheel Repair Equipment, wheel CNC machine, alloy wheel CNC lathe, wheel repair machine, brake drum lathe machine, wheel straightening machine, alloy wheel lathe machine, alloy wheel polishing machine, rim straightening machine, brake disc lathe, and other customized CNC machines. Our customers are from Germany,  Spain, India, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Iran, Indonesia, Turkey, Jordan, Dubai, Poland, Morocco, Mexico, Brazil, Lebanon, Thailand, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, and so on.

We are looking for partners all over the world.

Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q Exported To Vietnam

 Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q is a medium-sized wheel repair lathe.CK6166Q has a detection scanning automatic programming wheel drawing machine. Alloy Rim Repair CNC Lathe function is further improved on the basis of the original programming automatic wheel turning machine. No need for manual programming to measure curves that can be realized fully automatic. Our wheel repair lathe has fast operation speed and simple operation. Not only high efficiency but also easy to learn. Even if have no operating experience, you can quickly master the operation. Various precision indicators that meet or exceed The level of similar foreign machine tools are the first choice for the automotive industry to process wheel parts. This Alloy Wheel Surface Repair lathe CK6166Q is suitable for machining up to 22-inch wheels.

This customer has already bought a wheel CNC lathe last year, now he wanted to buy more same machine Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q. He felt satisfied with the size and appearance of Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q and was very happy with the ease of operation. Now he is very proficient in machine operation, and he recognizes our product quality and service very much, so there are not too many problems, so he decided to purchase three more wheel repair lathes. It’s just that he wanted us to give his machine a little sense of design on the sheet metal to highlight the special features of his machine, and our engineer quickly gave him a satisfactory design. He asked for a contract directly and arranged to pay the deposit.

After the Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q was completed, We sent them the Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q test video and detailed pictures. He was very satisfied.

Main features of   Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q

Wheel surface measurement using laser scanning, measurement can be a point, it can also be a straight line or curve；

Data is automatically stored. Program optimization can be automatic, can also be manual, and the operation is simple and free.

The spindle is the servo motor drive, synchronize belt, and machine shaft all the realization of digital drive to ensure the accuracy of the machine.

CNC system and program optimization software are developed by the company, specifically for the wheel repair, the specialty is strong and full-featured.

Wheel measurement data can be stored at random, When the same type of wheel repair, do not repeat the measurement, directly out of the program for wheel repair. System hard disk storage capacity, you can store 100,000 wheel program, the use of very convenient.

The machine uses a touch screen operation, supports a variety of national languages, and can also set the language according to customer requirements.

The wheel CNC lathe machine can be measured on the X / Z axis to achieve the machining and repair of the wheel surface and rim.

Machine specifications are complete, wheel diameter can be arbitrarily selected in the range of 5 “to 35”.

Wheel CNC lathe machine is equipped with a new full protective cover, rail sliding doors, working space is large, easy to operate.

The safety fault alarm light.

Automatic lubrication system.

Diamond cutting, to achieve the wheel surface polishing processing.

The machine can be customized according to customer requirements.

Technical Parameters of  Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q

Project name	Unit	Technical paramaters
Max. wheel diameter	Inch	22″
Max. workpiece length	mm	750
Probe measuring direction		X,Z
Probe needle	mm	φ3 × 40, φ6 × 50, or optional
Machning accuracy		IT6~IT7
Surface roughness	um	Ra0.8~1.6
Main transmission form		Independent spindle; frequency conversion stepless
Range of spindle speed	rpm	150~2800
Main motor power	kw	5.5
Fast-moving feed	mm/min	X – axis:5000   Z – axis:8000
Repeat positioning accuracy	mm	X – axis:0.01    Z – axis:0.015
Turret form		4 station electric turret
Repeat positioning accuracy	mm	0.008
Section of turning tool	mm	25×25
The size of the machine (L×W×H)	mm	2100×1500×1880
Net weight of the machine		2200Kg

About Haishu Machinery

Haishu Machinery has independent technology development departments to develop products in equipment production, and professional technicians with excellent services. We provide Diamond Cutting Alloy Wheel CNC Lathe CK6166Q, Wheel repair Lathe, Wheel straightening machine, brake drum lathe, etc. for automobile rear market terminal stores, and can customize the shape and color of the wheel machine and also configuration, which is welcomed and praised by large customers. Our company follows the principle of “material, material, telling the truth, truthful work”, with a flexible business model, and high-quality service to customers. Look forward to working with you！