Case Study: CHIYO Installs CY-180X Lathe Tracer on SUNMASTER FC-1840 for a Canadian Buyer (On-Site Integration at the Lathe Manufacturer’s Factory)

Case Study: CHIYO Installs CY-180X Lathe Tracer on SUNMASTER FC-1840 for a Canadian Buyer (On-Site Integration at the Lathe Manufacturer’s Factory)

This case study details how CHIYO assisted a Canadian customer by installing the CY-180X Hydraulic Lathe Tracer onto a SUNMASTER FC-1840 manual lathe, with the integration work performed directly at the SUNMASTER factory in Taiwan.

This project demonstrates not only the precision of the CY-180X but also CHIYO’s capability to provide full, end-to-end integration support for global buyers.

Customer Requirements: Improving Accuracy with Minimal Investment

The customer in Canada needed a practical upgrade that would:

  • Maintain the structure and advantages of a manual lathe

  • Add the ability to reproduce curved profiles repeatedly

  • Be handled by a professional team in Taiwan

  • Include on-site installation, alignment, and cutting tests before shipment

Most suppliers can provide a lathe or a tracer, but very few can provide machine sourcing + retrofit + full testing as a complete package.
CHIYO was able to provide exactly this level of support.

Selecting the Right Manual Lathe: SUNMASTER FC-1840

Based on the buyer’s machining requirements, CHIYO recommended the SUNMASTER FC-1840 all-gear-head lathe, manufactured by SUNMASTER (Shun Chuan Machinery).

Key Advantages of the FC-1840

  • Gear-head spindle with strong torque and stability

  • Rigid casting structure ideal for tracer attachment

  • Smooth spindle performance for contour copying

  • Durable and suitable for long-term production environments

CHIYO coordinated with SUNMASTER and arranged the integration schedule according to the buyer’s shipment timeline.

On-Site Installation of the CY-180X Lathe Tracer at SUNMASTER Factory

On-Site Installation of the CY-180X Lathe Tracer at SUNMASTER Factory

Once the FC-1840 was fully assembled at SUNMASTER, the CHIYO technical team traveled to the factory to install and integrate the CY-180X Lathe Tracer directly onto the machine.

The following work was completed on-site:

✔ Precision Alignment

Accurate alignment between the tracer stylus, tool post, and spindle centerline.

✔ Hydraulic System Calibration

Adjustment of oil pressure, flow rate, and tracing sensitivity for smooth operation.

✔ Live Copy-Turning Test

Cutting tests were performed to validate:

  • Profile accuracy

  • Repeatability across multiple pieces

  • Stability of continuous tracing

After all tests passed, the machine was approved for export preparation.

CHIYO conducted full functional testing at SUNMASTER factory

Pre-Shipment Quality Verification Performed On-Site

CHIYO conducted full functional testing at SUNMASTER factory, including:

  • Spindle runout measurement

  • Hydraulic pressure and feed stability tests

  • Profile copying consistency checks

  • Long-duration tracing stability

  • Verification of alignment and repeatability

Only after passing all quality checks did the FC-1840 + CY-180X assembly move into packaging and export preparation.

Successful Delivery to Canada with Excellent Feedback

Once delivered and installed at the customer’s facility, the buyer reported that:

  • Tracing performance was smooth and consistent

  • Copy-turning results showed high repeatability

  • Productivity improved significantly compared to manual operation

  • The complete integration service made procurement easier and worry-free

This project strengthened the customer’s confidence in Taiwan-made machine tools.

Why Global Buyers Choose CHIYO for Lathe Tracer Integration

CHIYO is not only a professional manufacturer of hydraulic lathe tracers—it is also one of the few suppliers capable of offering complete integration support:

🔹 Lathe sourcing assistance in Taiwan

Helping overseas buyers select reliable manual lathes (e.g., SUNMASTER).

🔹 On-site installation and retrofit

Tracer integration performed at the lathe manufacturer’s factory.

🔹 Full inspection and live cutting tests

Ensuring the machine arrives ready for immediate production.

🔹 Export-ready packaging and global logistics support

Delivering seamless service from integration to shipment.

A Practical and High-Value Upgrade for Manual Lathes

By installing the CHIYO CY-180X Lathe Tracer, traditional manual lathes can achieve:

  • Higher repeatability

  • Improved contour accuracy

  • Reduced operator dependence

  • Increased machining efficiency

The combination of SUNMASTER FC-1840 + CHIYO CY-180X showcases how a well-executed tracer retrofit can give traditional turning equipment a major productivity upgrade.