# INDEX MS32-6

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The INDEX MS32-6 is a CNC multi-spindle automatic lathe for bar stock machining. It uses six motorized spindles in a spindle drum and supports multiple tool carriers, backworking, and optional Y-axis machining. Technical data states 32 mm bar capacity, 8,000 rpm maximum speed, 19 kW maximum power, and 40 Nm maximum torque.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | cnc lathe |
| Weight | 7200 kg |
| Travel X | 72 mm |
| Travel Y | 34 mm |
| Spindle max | 8000 rpm |
| Spindle power | 19 kW |
| Bar capacity | 32 mm |
| Screen size | 18.5 in |
| Spindle torque | 40 N·m |
| Spindles | 6 |

## Connected

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

## Study notes

- Six fluid-cooled motorized spindles are integrated in a spindle drum located by a Hirth coupling.
- Maximum 12 tool carriers with 1 or 2 travel axes; Y-axis is optional; C-axis and multi-edge turning are supported.
- Synchronous spindle data: maximum 2, chuck diameter 40 mm, maximum speed 8,000 rpm, power 10/14 kW at 100%/40%, torque 16/22 Nm.
- Backworking allows up to 6 tools per swiveling synchronous spindle.
- Control is Siemens S840D sl with iXpanel and an 18.5-inch multi-touch screen; no matching controller id is available in the reference list.
- Connecting power range is 34-74 kW; long-version dimensions are 3,365 x 1,966 x 2,854 mm.
- Technical data lists Z slide travel 130 mm and separately X 72 mm, Y 34 mm, Z 100 mm; the excerpt does not label which slide each value belongs to.

## Sources

1. [INDEX MS32-6 multi-spindle machine](https://www.index-group.com/en/products/multi-spindle-machines/index-ms32-6) (accessed 2026-10-26)

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