USED HAAS TL-2
The HAAS TL-2 is a CNC Toolroom Lathe designed to provide the flexibility of CNC turning with the accessibility and simplicity associated with a traditional toolroom machine. The TL-2 is intended for job shops, prototype work, maintenance departments, training facilities, and production environments that need a relatively large turning envelope without the complexity of a full enclosed production lathe. Haas describes the TL-2 as having a 16″ × 48″ maximum capacity, with conversational programming that allows operators to create parts without needing extensive G-code knowledge.
The standard TL-2 configuration provides approximately 20″ (508 mm) swing over the front apron, 11″ (279 mm) swing over the cross slide, 8″ (203 mm) X-axis travel, and 48″ (1,219 mm) Z-axis travel. The machine is designed around an A2-5 spindle nose, 2.3″ (58 mm) spindle bore, 8″ chuck option, and 1,800 RPM, 10 HP spindle in the current standard specification. Maximum cutting diameter with the standard tool post is approximately 16″, while maximum cutting length is approximately 48″.
Depending on the specific generation and configuration, used TL-2 machines can also be equipped with 4-station or other turret configurations, tailstock, 8″, 10″, or 12″ chuck arrangements, tool presetter, rigid tapping, steady rest, chip conveyor, and coolant equipment. Used-market listings also show that spindle speed, spindle motor, chuck size, bar capacity, and turret configuration can vary between production years, so the exact machine should be checked before purchase.
The HAAS TL-2 is an excellent choice for manufacturers producing long shafts, bushings, sleeves, fittings, repair parts, tooling components, prototypes, hydraulic parts, and other turned components that benefit from a long 48-inch machining capacity.
HAAS TL-2 – AXIS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| X Axis | 203 mm (8″) |
| Z Axis | 1,219 mm (48″) |
| Y Axis | Not Standard |
| C Axis | Not Standard |
| Machine Configuration | CNC Toolroom Lathe |
| Axis Configuration | X / Z |
| Guideway Configuration | CNC Toolroom Lathe |
| Fourth Axis | Not Standard |
The standard Haas TL-2 specification lists 8″ X-axis travel and 48″ Z-axis travel.
HAAS TL-2 – AXIS TRAVELS / WORK ENVELOPE
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Swing Over Front Apron | 20″ (508 mm) |
| Swing Over Cross Slide | 11″ (279 mm) |
| Maximum Cutting Diameter with Tool Post | 16″ (406 mm) |
| Maximum Cutting Length with Tool Post | 48″ (1,219 mm) |
| Maximum Distance Between Centers | 48″ (1,219 mm) |
| X Axis Travel | 8″ (203 mm) |
| Z Axis Travel | 48″ (1,219 mm) |
| Standard Chuck Option | 8″ |
| Bar Capacity | Approximately 2.3″ (58 mm) |
| Spindle Bore | 2.3″ (58 mm) |
These dimensions correspond to Haas’s published standard TL-2 configuration. Earlier used machines may differ in chuck, spindle, and tooling configuration.
HAAS TL-2 – CAPACITY
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | CNC Toolroom Lathe |
| Standard Chuck Option | 8″ |
| Maximum Swing | 20″ |
| Maximum Turning Diameter | 16″ |
| Maximum Turning Length | 48″ |
| Between Centers | 48″ |
| Bar Capacity | 2.3″ |
| Spindle Bore | 2.3″ |
| X-Axis Travel | 8″ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 48″ |
| Tailstock | Option / Configuration Dependent |
| Turret | Option / Configuration Dependent |
| Live Tooling | Not Standard |
Used TL-2 examples can have different chuck sizes, including 8″, 10″, and 12″ configurations, as well as different turret and tailstock arrangements.
HAAS TL-2 – SPINDLE
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Main Spindle Speed | 1,800 RPM Standard |
| Spindle Motor | 10 HP |
| Spindle Nose | A2-5 |
| Spindle Bore | 2.3″ (58 mm) |
| Spindle Drive | Direct-Speed Belt Drive |
| Maximum Torque | 108 ft-lbf at 355 RPM |
| Spindle Configuration | Main Spindle |
| Spindle Orientation | Configuration Dependent |
| C Axis | Not Standard |
The current standard TL-2 uses a 10 HP, 1,800 RPM A2-5 spindle with approximately 108 ft-lbf of torque at 355 RPM. Used machines from different production periods can have different spindle specifications, including 2,000 RPM and 12 HP configurations.
HAAS TL-2 – TURRET / TOOLING
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Tool Post | Standard / Configuration Dependent |
| Turret | Optional |
| Turret Configuration | 4-Station / Configuration Dependent |
| Tool Stations | Configuration Dependent |
| Toolholder Type | Configuration Dependent |
| Tool Presetter | Optional |
| Static Tooling | Yes |
| Live Tooling | No |
| Tool Management | Manual / Automatic, Depending on Configuration |
Used TL-2 machines have been offered with 4-position turrets, manual tool posts, and automatic tool-presetter options.
HAAS TL-2 – CONTROL SYSTEM
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Programming | ISO G-Code |
| Conversational Programming | Yes |
| Visual Part Programming | Configuration Dependent |
| Tool Offset Management | Yes |
| Work Offset Management | Yes |
| User-Definable Macros | Configuration Dependent |
| Advanced Tool Management | Configuration Dependent |
| Ethernet | Configuration Dependent |
| Wi-Fi | Configuration Dependent |
| USB/Data Transfer | Configuration Dependent |
| HaasConnect | Configuration Dependent |
Haas positions the TL-2 around an easy-to-use CNC control with conversational programming, allowing operators to program parts without necessarily knowing G-code. Current machines also offer features such as Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Visual Part Programming, Advanced Tool Management, HaasConnect, HaasDrop, and 1 GB standard program memory.
HAAS TL-2 – FEEDRATES
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| X Rapid Traverse | 450 IPM (11.4 m/min) |
| Z Rapid Traverse | 450 IPM (11.4 m/min) |
| X Maximum Thrust | 3,894 lbf |
| Z Maximum Thrust | 1,947 lbf |
| Cutting Feedrate | Configuration Dependent |
| Maximum Feedrate | Configuration Dependent |
| Feedrate Override | Yes |
| Rapid Override | Yes |
| Interpolation | Linear / Circular |
The published TL-2 specification lists 450 IPM rapid traverse on both X and Z.
HAAS TL-2 – TAILSTOCK
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Tailstock | Optional |
| Tailstock Type | Manual / Programmable, Configuration Dependent |
| Quill | Configuration Dependent |
| Long-Part Support | Yes |
| Steady Rest | Optional |
| Center Support | Configuration Dependent |
Tailstock and steady-rest options make the TL-2 suitable for longer shafts and workpieces that require additional support during turning. Used-market TL-2 examples commonly include tailstocks.
HAAS TL-2 – COOLANT / CHIP MANAGEMENT
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flood Coolant | Option / Configuration Dependent |
| Coolant Pump Kit | Available |
| Coolant Tank | Configuration Dependent |
| Chip Conveyor | Optional |
| Chip Management | Manual / Conveyor |
| Automatic Lubrication | Yes |
| Coolant Filtration | Configuration Dependent |
| Washdown | Configuration Dependent |
Haas lists a coolant pump kit as an available TL-2 option, while used machines can be equipped with chip conveyors and other coolant accessories.
HAAS TL-2 – POWER REQUIREMENTS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Electrical Supply | Single or Three Phase |
| Single-Phase Voltage | 220 VAC |
| Single-Phase Full Load Amps | 40 A |
| Three-Phase Low Voltage | 220 VAC |
| Three-Phase Low-Voltage Current | 25 A |
| Three-Phase High Voltage | 440 VAC |
| Three-Phase High-Voltage Current | 13 A |
| Air Pressure Minimum | 80 PSI |
| Air Line Connection | 3/8″ |
| Connected Load | Configuration Dependent |
Haas lists the TL-2 as capable of operating on single- or three-phase power, with 220 VAC single-phase or 220/440 VAC three-phase configurations.
HAAS TL-2 – DIMENSIONS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Shipping Length | Approximately 108.5″ |
| Shipping Width | Approximately 68.5″ |
| Shipping Height | Approximately 83″ |
| Machine Weight | Approximately 4,480 lbs |
| Weight with Conveyor | Approximately 5,380 lbs |
| Floor Space | Configuration Dependent |
| Chip Conveyor Footprint | Additional Space Required |
Haas’s published shipping information lists approximately 108.5″ × 68.5″ × 83″ and a standard shipping weight of approximately 4,480 lbs, increasing to approximately 5,380 lbs with conveyor.
HAAS TL-2 – GENERAL INFORMATION
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Haas Automation |
| Model | TL-2 |
| Machine Type | CNC Toolroom Lathe |
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Maximum Swing | 20″ |
| Maximum Turning Diameter | 16″ |
| Maximum Turning Length | 48″ |
| Between Centers | 48″ |
| X-Axis Travel | 8″ |
| Z-Axis Travel | 48″ |
| Standard Spindle Nose | A2-5 |
| Standard Spindle Speed | 1,800 RPM |
| Standard Spindle Power | 10 HP |
| Spindle Bore | 2.3″ |
| Chuck Option | 8″ |
| Bar Capacity | 2.3″ |
| X/Z Rapid Traverse | 450 IPM |
| Tailstock | Configuration Dependent |
| Turret | Configuration Dependent |
| Chip Conveyor | Optional |
| Coolant System | Configuration Dependent |
INDUSTRIES THAT USE HAAS TL-2
The HAAS TL-2 is well suited for industries and applications requiring flexible CNC turning with substantial work length, including:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Hydraulic and pneumatic
- Defense
- Industrial machinery
- Energy
- Maintenance and repair
- Prototype manufacturing
- Tool and fixture manufacturing
- General precision manufacturing
- Job shops
- Contract manufacturing
Its 48″ between-centers capacity makes it particularly useful for long shafts, sleeves, tubing components, fixtures, and repair parts.
TYPICAL PARTS HAAS TL-2 CAN PRODUCE
The HAAS TL-2 can manufacture:
- Long shafts
- Bushings
- Sleeves
- Pins
- Couplings
- Hydraulic components
- Threaded components
- Fittings
- Spacers
- Bearing components
- Repair parts
- Tooling components
- Prototype components
- Precision turned parts
The machine can perform turning, facing, boring, threading, grooving, chamfering, drilling, taper turning, and other conventional CNC turning operations.
WHY CHOOSE HAAS TL-2
The HAAS TL-2 is an excellent choice for manufacturers looking for the flexibility of CNC machining combined with the straightforward operating style of a toolroom lathe. Its 20″ swing, 16″ maximum cutting diameter, 48″ cutting length, and 48″ between-centers capacity provide substantial turning capability for a machine designed around toolroom and job-shop applications.
The machine’s conversational programming is especially useful for prototype work, repair machining, and frequently changing part requirements. Operators can create turning programs without relying entirely on conventional G-code programming, while the Haas CNC platform still provides standard CNC functionality.
A used TL-2 can also be configured with a tailstock, turret, tool presetter, steady rest, chip conveyor, coolant system, and larger chuck, allowing the machine to be adapted to different production requirements.
WHY BUY USED HAAS TL-2
Purchasing a used HAAS TL-2 allows manufacturers to acquire a capable CNC toolroom lathe while reducing the capital investment compared with purchasing newer CNC equipment.
Many used machines may include valuable options such as:
- 8″, 10″, or 12″ chuck
- A2-5 or A2-6 spindle configuration
- Tailstock
- 4-station turret
- Automatic tool presetter
- Rigid tapping
- Steady rest
- Chip conveyor
- Coolant system
- Haas CNC control
- Conversational programming
- Ethernet
- USB/data transfer
- Remote monitoring
- Complete turning tooling
Used TL-2 listings show significant configuration differences between machines, including 2,000 RPM/10 HP versions, 12 HP versions, different chuck sizes, tailstocks, and turret arrangements, so the specific machine should be evaluated by serial number and installed options.
Before purchasing, buyers should inspect the main spindle, spindle bearings, chuck, drawtube, X/Z-axis movement, ballscrews, guideways, tailstock alignment, turret or tool post, CNC control, coolant system, lubrication system, electrical cabinet, and overall machine geometry.
HOW MUCH DOES A USED HAAS TL-2 COST?
The value of a used HAAS TL-2 depends heavily on machine age, spindle hours, control generation, spindle condition, chuck size, turret or tool-post configuration, tailstock, tooling package, chip conveyor, coolant system, and maintenance history.
Current used-market asking prices show a broad range. One equipment dealer reports 14 Haas TL-2 machines with published asking prices ranging from $15,990 to $53,900, while current listings include a 2015 TL-2 at $34,500 and a 2005 TL-2 at $24,500. These are asking prices rather than confirmed transaction prices.
For used-equipment listing purposes, a used HAAS TL-2 can typically be expected to sell in the approximately $15,000 to $35,000 USD range, with newer, low-hour, well-equipped examples potentially reaching above that range. Current marketplace data shows an overall asking-price range of approximately $14,999 to $34,500, with a reported median around $24,500.
A clean machine with a healthy spindle, accurate X/Z positioning, tailstock, 4-station turret, tool presetter, coolant system, chip conveyor, complete tooling, and documented maintenance may command a premium. A machine requiring spindle, ballscrew, turret, control, hydraulic, or electrical repairs may sell for considerably less.
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