Citizen Cincom spindle and motor spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Citizen Cincom spindles and motor spindles — the sliding-headstock lathe range of the Japanese Citizen Machinery group, a benchmark in connectors, aerospace and medical work.
Citizen Cincom, sliding-headstock lathes from the Citizen Machinery group
TLDR: Citizen Cincom is the sliding-headstock automatic lathe range of the Japanese Citizen Machinery group, widely represented in the connector, aerospace and medical sectors, with spindles and ball screws designed and manufactured in-house by the builder.
The Citizen-Cincom range of sliding-headstock automatic lathes combines high quality standards with cost-effective manufacturing, sharing the same pursuit of excellence that made Citizen watches a worldwide success. Widely represented in the connector sector (aerospace and space, rail, combustion and electric automotive, telecoms), the Cincom range covers compact models such as the R04, dedicated to very small diameter parts, through to higher-capacity lathes.
A range of high-speed spindles designed in-house for accuracy
TLDR: Citizen-Cincom lathes use spindles reaching 15,000 to 20,000 rpm continuously depending on the model, with live tools reaching 9,000 rpm, and a Y axis on the back-working side for complete machining without unwanted resetting.
The compact Citizen-Cincom R04 lathe reaches a maximum continuous spindle speed of 20,000 rpm, these spindles being usable with or without a guide bush for greater accuracy or cost-effectiveness depending on the application. On the L12, dedicated to technical parts in small and medium batches, the spindle runs at 15,000 rpm with live tools at 9,000 rpm. On the L2-12X lathe, aimed at medical and dental devices, the Y axis on the back-working side avoids unwanted resetting.
Citizen Cincom spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Sliding-headstock spindles, up to 20,000 rpm, R04 range
- Sliding-headstock spindles, up to 15,000 rpm, L12 range
- Live tool spindles, up to 9,000 rpm
- Spindles and sub-spindles with Y axis on the back-working side, L2-12X range
- Spindles of the M32 range, fifth generation, higher capacity
Interfaces and specifications
The Citizen Cincom spindles and motor spindles we repair cover rotation speeds typically between 15,000 and 20,000 rpm depending on the model, with live tools reaching 9,000 rpm — specifications to be confirmed on quotation according to the reference of your machine.
Our expertise on your Citizen Cincom spindles and motor spindles
TLDR: Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Citizen Cincom spindles, with the same rigour as for the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnostics and service directly on your machine, in your production workshop, to limit downtime on your turning lines
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and the integrated thermal compensation probes, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Maintenance programme tailored to the production rates of the connector and aerospace sectors, together with corrective action in the event of a breakdown
Overhaul and refurbishment
- Grinding, bearing replacement, sealing refurbishment and rotation testing in the workshop, restoring the manufacturer's original tolerances
Why choose Brochexpress for your Citizen Cincom spindles and motor spindles
- An independent workshop, with no capital ties to manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
- Expertise in high-speed spindles designed in-house and thermal compensation systems
- Two service sites: Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
- Support from the first intervention through to return to production
Turnaround and warranty
- On-site service within 48h
- Workshop repair: around 20 working days depending on parts availability
- 12-month warranty on all our repairs
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair the high-speed spindles (up to 20,000 rpm) of the R04 model?
Yes, we work on these spindles, with or without a guide bush.
Do you work on the spindles and live tools of the L12 model?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, whatever the speed configured.
What is the average lead time for a full overhaul?
Allow around 20 working days in the workshop, depending on the condition of the spindle and the availability of parts (bearings, seals, specific components).
Do you work on spindles and sub-spindles with a Y axis on the back-working side (L2-12X range)?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, dedicated to medical and dental devices.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Citizen Cincom lathes?
Yes, we draw up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production pace, particularly relevant for aerospace connectors.
A reliable partner for your industrial performance
Whether it is an emergency on-site intervention, a full workshop overhaul or a preventive maintenance programme, Brochexpress brings its expertise to your production. As an independent workshop, we work across all Citizen Cincom spindles and motor spindles — sliding-headstock lathes — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments: connectors, aerospace and medical.
Our teams are at your disposal from our sites in Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland) for a study of your needs, a diagnosis or a personalised quotation.
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Citizen Cincom® is a registered trademark of the Citizen Machinery group. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of the Citizen Machinery group. Our business covers independent repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, permitted under the principle of referential trademark use (EU Trademark Directive 2015/2436 / French Intellectual Property Code, art. L.713-6).