# INDEX MS16-6

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The INDEX MS16-6 is a six-spindle CNC automatic lathe for bar work, with a 16 mm bar capacity and a maximum spindle speed of 10,000 rpm. It uses a Siemens S840D sl control with an 18.5-inch multi-touch screen and supports cross-slide machining, C-axis milling, polygon turning and backworking.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | cnc lathe |
| Weight | 5200 kg |
| Spindle max | 10000 rpm |
| Spindle power | 15 kW |
| Bar capacity | 16 mm |
| Screen size | 18.5 in |
| Spindle torque | 18 N·m |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [INDEX-TRAUB](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/index-traub.md)

## Study notes

- Control is Siemens S840D sl with an 18.5-inch multi-touch screen; the controller is not in the reference controller list.
- Technical data lists 'Number max. 6' and 'Number max. 2' in separate spindle-data blocks.
- First spindle data block: power at 100%/25% is 8.7/15 kW; torque at 100%/25% is 10/18 Nm.
- Second spindle data block: power at 100%/40% is 9.2/12 kW; torque at 100%/40% is 11/14 Nm.
- Slide travel values: Z 140 mm; X 45 mm and Z 70 mm (two groups, max 5 each); X 14 mm (max 2); X 94 mm and Z 79 mm (max 2).
- Connecting power is 49 kW depending on peripherals.
- Long-version dimensions are 2,599 x 1,300 x 3,044 mm.
- Backworking has 3 tools; maximum 12 tool carriers with 1 or 2 travel axes each.
- C-axis machining is possible in every spindle position; polygon turning, live-tool milling and elliptical deburring are listed.
- The MS16-6 Plus variant is listed separately with up to 22 mm bar capacity.

## Sources

1. [INDEX MS16-6 / MS16-6 Plus - multi-spindle lathe](https://www.index-group.com/en/products/multi-spindle-machines/index-ms16-6-ms16-6-plus) (accessed 2026-10-26)

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