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Used Tornos CNC Swiss Lathes for Sale

Resell CNC is your Simple. Reliable. and Trusted.® source for used Tornos CNC Swiss-type lathes — including the SwissNano micro-precision series, Swiss DT and Swiss GT sliding-headstock lathes, EvoDECO and SwissDECO high-end Swiss-type platforms, MultiSwiss multi-spindle automatics, and Almac micromachining centers. We carry Tornos models across the full product line, from compact bar-fed Swiss lathes through legacy DECO 2000, DECO Sigma, and DECO 10/13/20/26 machines that remain workhorses in medical, watchmaking, and connector shops worldwide.

Tornos was founded in 1880 in Moutier, Switzerland, in the heart of the Jura watchmaking region. Over more than a century, the company pioneered the Swiss-type automatic lathe and helped define the entire category of sliding-headstock turning. Tornos is publicly listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and remains headquartered in Moutier, with manufacturing centered in Switzerland and additional operations supporting the Almac micromachining brand. The company serves customers in more than 60 countries through a global sales and service network, with North American operations supporting the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Tornos machines are best known for sub-micron precision on small, complex parts and are the long-standing benchmark for medical bone screws, dental implants, watch components, fluid connectors, and micro-electromechanical assemblies.

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Tornos Swiss-Type Sliding-Headstock Lathes

Tornos invented the modern Swiss-type lathe and remains the global benchmark for sliding-headstock turning. The lineup spans the SwissNano micro-precision series (built for parts under 4 mm), the value-positioned Swiss DT and mid-range Swiss GT platforms, and the flagship EvoDECO and SwissDECO machines for the most demanding medical, aerospace, and connector work. Legacy DECO 2000, DECO Sigma, and DECO 10/13/20/26 lathes continue to trade heavily on the used market thanks to their proven reliability and strong parts support.

Tornos Multi-Spindle & Micromachining

The MultiSwiss family combines true Swiss-type capability with multi-spindle throughput, available in 6-spindle and 8-spindle configurations for high-volume small parts. The legacy MultiAlpha and MultiDECO multi-spindle automatics remain in service across automotive and fluid-fitting production. Tornos also owns Almac, a Swiss subsidiary that builds compact micromachining centers (CU 1007, CU 2007, CU 3000) widely used in watchmaking, medical, and jewelry shops.


Founded	1880 in Moutier, Switzerland
Headquarters	Moutier, Switzerland (Jura region)
US Operations	Tornos Technologies US Corporation, Bethel, Connecticut
Best Known For	Swiss-type sliding-headstock lathes, multi-spindle automatics, micromachining
Popular Models	SwissNano, Swiss DT 13/26/38, Swiss GT 26/32, EvoDECO 10/16/20/32, SwissDECO, MultiSwiss 6x14/6x32, DECO 2000, DECO Sigma
CNC Controls	TB-DECO (proprietary), Fanuc, TISIS programming and connectivity software
Subsidiary	Almac SA (micromachining centers and milling)
Industries Served	Medical, dental, watchmaking, micromechanics, electronics, connectors, automotive, aerospace

What to Look for When Buying a Used Tornos

Tornos Swiss-type lathes are precision instruments built to sub-micron tolerances. A well-maintained Tornos holds tight specs for decades, but used units demand careful inspection because the sliding-headstock platform has more wear points than a fixed-headstock lathe.

Inspect the guide bushing, main spindle, and headstock travel. The guide bushing is the heart of any Swiss lathe and is consumable. Confirm whether the machine runs a rotating or fixed guide bushing and check it for wear, scoring, or runout. Test main spindle runout and listen for bearing noise across the full RPM range. Run the headstock through its full Z-axis stroke and verify smooth, repeatable motion.

Verify the bar feeder, collets, and sub-spindle. Most Tornos machines run with a dedicated bar feeder (typically Tornos, Iemca, LNS, or FMB). Confirm bar feeder model, capacity, and condition. Check main and sub-spindle collets for wear, cycle the bar guide channels, and verify clamping pressure. On sub-spindle models, test the part transfer cycle for reliability and concentricity.

Test live tooling, cross-working, and back-working stations. Tornos machines pack enormous tooling density into a small envelope. Cycle every live tool position and check spindle bearings, drive belts, and clutch engagement. Verify the back-working attachment, including cross-drilling, milling, and C-axis indexing. On machines with a Y-axis or B-axis, check axis calibration and backlash.

Identify the CNC control and software version. Tornos uses two main platforms. Legacy DECO and current EvoDECO and SwissDECO machines run TB-DECO, Tornos's proprietary programming environment. Swiss DT, Swiss GT, and MultiSwiss machines run on Fanuc controls with the Tornos TISIS connectivity layer. The control platform affects training, programming, and program portability.

Tornos Swiss-Type Lathe Series

Swiss DT & Swiss GT Series

The Swiss DT series (Swiss DT 13, DT 26, DT 38) is Tornos's value-positioned Swiss-type platform with Fanuc controls, ideal for shops moving up to Swiss-type from conventional CNC turning. The Swiss GT series (Swiss GT 13, GT 26, GT 32) targets mid-range production with higher tool counts, more cross-working capacity, and Y-axis options. Both run on Fanuc with TISIS.

EvoDECO & SwissDECO Series

The EvoDECO series (EvoDECO 10, 16, 20, 32) is Tornos's flagship Swiss-type platform, running TB-DECO with the deepest tool capacity and tightest tolerances in the lineup. SwissDECO combines TB-DECO with newer kinematics and ergonomics, popular in medical implant and dental applications.

SwissNano

The SwissNano is a dedicated micro-Swiss platform engineered for parts under 4 mm in diameter. Ultra-compact footprint, exceptional thermal stability, and very high precision make it the go-to machine for watchmaking, micro-medical, and fine-jewelry production.

MultiSwiss Multi-Spindle

The MultiSwiss series (MultiSwiss 6x14, 6x16, 6x26, 6x32, 8x26) combines true Swiss-type capability with 6- or 8-spindle multi-spindle throughput. Hydrostatic spindle bearings, individually programmable spindles, and high tool density make MultiSwiss the production workhorse for high-volume small parts in automotive, fluid-fittings, and connector markets.

Legacy DECO & MultiDECO

Legacy DECO 2000, DECO Sigma, and DECO 10/13/20/26 single-spindle Swiss lathes remain among the most traded Tornos machines used. Legacy MultiDECO and MultiAlpha multi-spindle automatics continue to run production lines worldwide and hold value well.

Almac Micromachining Centers

Tornos subsidiary Almac builds compact micromachining centers including the CU 1007, CU 2007, and CU 3000, widely used in watchmaking, medical, and precision parts.

How to Sell Your Used Tornos

Tornos Swiss-type lathes hold strong resale value thanks to the brand's century-plus reputation and the difficulty of sourcing comparable precision. EvoDECO, SwissDECO, SwissNano, MultiSwiss, and well-maintained legacy DECO machines are in particularly high demand.

Resell CNC buys used Tornos machines, every model and every generation, nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Used Tornos Machines

Are used Tornos Swiss lathes reliable?

Yes. Tornos has built Swiss-type lathes in Moutier since 1880 and the platform is the global benchmark for precision turning. A properly maintained Tornos will hold sub-micron tolerances for decades. The keys are guide bushing condition, spindle health, and the quality of prior maintenance.

What CNC control does Tornos use?

Legacy DECO, current EvoDECO, and SwissDECO machines use TB-DECO, Tornos's proprietary programming environment. Swiss DT, Swiss GT, and MultiSwiss machines run on Fanuc controls with the Tornos TISIS connectivity and programming layer. Control familiarity is a major factor in operator productivity.

What is the difference between DECO, EvoDECO, and SwissDECO?

All three are TB-DECO machines. DECO is the original platform (DECO 2000, DECO Sigma, DECO 10/13/20/26) and remains widely available used. EvoDECO is the modernized successor with upgraded electronics, kinematics, and thermal management. SwissDECO is the current high-end platform with the newest control hardware and ergonomics.

What should I inspect before buying a used Tornos?

Focus on the guide bushing, main and sub-spindle, headstock Z-axis travel, bar feeder condition, live tooling and back-working stations, and the control platform. Confirm that programs, parameters, and custom macros transfer with the machine. Verify the bar feeder make and model match the lathe.

What Tornos models hold their value best?

EvoDECO, SwissDECO, SwissNano, and MultiSwiss machines hold premium resale values. Well-maintained legacy DECO 2000, DECO Sigma, and DECO 10/13/20/26 lathes also command strong prices thanks to broad market familiarity. Call (844) 478-8181 for current valuations on your specific model.

Can I still get parts for legacy Tornos DECO machines?

Yes. Tornos continues to support legacy DECO platforms with spares, service, and TB-DECO software updates. Many legacy DECO machines have run in continuous production for 20+ years and remain fully supported.

How do I sell my used Tornos?

Contact Resell CNC at (844) 478-8181 or sales@resellcnc.com. We buy every Tornos model and generation: DECO, EvoDECO, SwissDECO, SwissNano, Swiss DT, Swiss GT, MultiSwiss, and Almac. Free appraisal within 24 hours.