Product Description
Overview
The ATD980TEa is an economy CNC control system designed for CNC lathes and turning machines. With an integrated operation panel, a 1ms interpolation cycle and 0.001mm control precision (0.0001mm optional), it delivers reliable, high-accuracy turning control at a competitive price — ideal for machine builders and workshops upgrading or retrofitting turning equipment.
Key Features
- 1ms interpolation cycle with 0.001mm control precision (0.0001mm optional)
- High-speed, high-precision threading: metric/imperial, single & multi-start, taper, face, constant & variable pitch
- Modbus communication with absolute servo drives (multi-turn 17-bit / 23-bit)
- Rigid tapping, flexible tapping, spindle indexing and turning-milling (mill-turn)
- Open PLC with online editing for flexible machine logic
- Type-A (G65) and Type-B (expression) macro programming, mixable A/B macros
- Proprietary high-precision smoothing algorithm for a finer surface finish
- G71 Type II contour/grooving cycle for concave profiles
- Graphic toolpath preview of machining programs
- USB interface for folder/configuration management and system upgrades
- Table-style custom macro interface for easy secondary development
- Password-based installment / machine-lock management
- Ellipse machining command (optional)
Product Details
Specifications
| Model | ATD980TEa |
| Type | Economy CNC Lathe / Turning Controller (all-in-one panel) |
| Control Axes | 4 axes (X, Z, A, B) |
| Linkage | 4-axis linear linkage; 3-axis circular linkage |
| Least Input Increment | 0.001 mm (0.0001 mm optional) |
| Position Control Range | −9999.9999 mm to +9999.9999 mm |
| Max Feed Speed | 100 m/min |
| Interpolation Cycle | 1 ms |
| Spindle | 1× encoder input; 1× 0–10V analog output; flexible tapping (follows spindle encoder); 4-gear automatic mechanical gear control |
| C/S Functions | Rigid tapping, spindle indexing, turning-milling (mill-turn) |
| Turret / Tooling | 4/8-station electric turret; gang tool post (32 tools); Liuxin hydraulic, servo and Yantai AK31 turrets |
| Tool Compensation | Tool length comp.; tool nose radius comp. (Type C); 32 sets tool wear comp. |
| Tool Setting | Fixed-point, trial-cut, return-to-reference |
| Threading | Normal (spindle-follow), rigid, whirling milling; single & multi-start; constant & variable pitch; configurable run-out length/angle/speed |
| Thread Range | up to ~500 mm pitch, or 0.06–2540 TPI; min pitch increment 0.01 mm |
| Precision Compensation | Pitch error comp. (configurable points/interval/origin; fixed-freq or accel/decel); backlash comp. |
| Servo Communication | Modbus; absolute servo (multi-turn 17-bit / 23-bit) |
| PLC | Open PLC with online editing |
| Macro Programming | Type-A (G65) + Type-B (expression), A/B mixable |
| Display | 8" LCD |
| Languages | Multilingual (Chinese / English) |
| Other UI | 2D toolpath display; real-time clock; graphic toolpath preview |
| I/O | 24 inputs / 24 outputs |
| Interface | USB (file/config management, system upgrade) |
Supported G-Codes
| Function | Code |
|---|---|
| Rapid traverse movement | G00 |
| Linear interpolation | G01 |
| Circular interpolation | G02/G03 |
| Thread cutting | G32 |
| Z tapping cycle | G33 |
| Variable pitch thread cutting | G34 |
| Axial cutting cycle | G90 |
| Thread cutting cycle | G92 |
| Radial cutting cycle | G94 |
| Dwell time preset | G04 |
| Data input | G10/G11 |
| Memory travel detection | G12/G13 |
| Detect return reference point | G27 |
| Machine reference point automatic return | G28 |
| Automatic return from reference point | G29 |
| Return machine 2nd/3rd/4th reference point | G30 |
| Skip interpolation | G31 |
| Setting workpiece coordinate system | G50 |
| Macro command | G65 |
| Finishing cycle | G70 |
| Axial roughing cycle | G71 |
| Radial roughing cycle | G72 |
| Closed cutting cycle | G73 |
| Axial grooving cycle | G74 |
| Radial grooving cycle | G75 |
| Multiple thread cutting cycle | G76 |
| Workpiece coordinate system | G54–G59 |
| Inch/Metric select | G20/G21 |
| Constant surface speed | G96/G97 |
| Feed per minute/revolution | G98/G99 |
| Tool nose radius compensation | G40/G41/G42 |
| Plane selection | G17/G18/G19 |
Applications
The ATD980TEa controls CNC lathes and turning machines and supports a wide range of tooling: 4/8-station electric turrets, gang tool posts (up to 32 tools), Liuxin hydraulic turrets, servo turrets and Yantai AK31 turrets. Suitable for general turning, threading, tapping and mill-turn operations.
Why ATD-CNC
ATD-CNC (Gansu Autida Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd) is a manufacturer and trading company established in 2005, with 100–200 staff and a 20+ engineer R&D team, exporting CNC control systems, servo drives and motors since 2008 to North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. We provide OEM/ODM customization, a 24-month warranty, ≤24h technical response, and an average lead time of 15–30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What machines is the ATD980TEa compatible with?
It controls CNC lathes and turning machines and supports 4/8-station electric turrets, gang tool posts (up to 32 tools), Liuxin hydraulic turrets, servo turrets and Yantai AK31 turrets.
How many axes does the ATD980TEa control?
4 axes (X, Z, A, B), with 4-axis linear linkage and 3-axis circular linkage.
What control precision does it offer?
Least input increment of 0.001 mm (0.0001 mm optional), with a 1 ms interpolation cycle and a max feed speed of 100 m/min.
Does it support rigid tapping and threading?
Yes. It supports rigid tapping, spindle-follow threading and whirling milling, including metric/imperial, single/multi-start, taper, face, and constant/variable pitch threads.
What servo drives does it work with?
It supports Modbus communication with absolute servo drives, including multi-turn 17-bit and 23-bit encoders.
Is the interface available in English?
Yes. It uses an 8" LCD with multilingual (Chinese/English) display, 2D toolpath display and graphic toolpath preview.
Do you offer OEM / ODM customization?
Yes. ATD-CNC provides OEM and ODM solutions backed by a 20+ engineer R&D team.
What are your lead time, payment and trade terms?
Average lead time is 15–30 days. We accept T/T, L/C, PayPal and Western Union, with FOB, CIF, EXW and DDP terms; nearest port is Shenzhen.
What is the warranty and MOQ?
We provide a 24-month (2-year) warranty from the date of shipment. Samples are available and MOQ is flexible — please contact us for details.
ATD-CNC ATD980TEa Economy 4-Axis CNC Lathe Controller
Economy all-in-one 4-axis CNC lathe controller with 1ms interpolation, 0.001mm precision, rigid tapping, high-speed threading and Modbus absolute servo support. OEM/ODM, 24-month warranty, ships in 15–30 days.