The Lynx 2100 series, a best-selling range of compact, high-performance lathes from DN Solutions, continues to see high demand across the UK and Ireland. Distributed exclusively by Mills CNC, headquartered in Leamington Spa, the series has earned a strong reputation for reliability, precision, and versatility.
Available in a variety of configurations—including two-axis machines and advanced models equipped with sub-spindles, Y-axes, driven tools, and extended beds—the Lynx 2100 lathes offer unmatched machining flexibility. Despite their compact footprint, they boast impressive capabilities, making them a popular choice among OEMs, Tier One suppliers, subcontractors, and start-ups alike.
Fitted with 6″, 8″, or 10″ chucks, the lathes accommodate bar diameters ranging from 51mm to 81mm. Each model is powered by a high-torque spindle (15–18.5kW, 3,500–6,000 rpm, up to 269N·m), delivering both heavy-duty roughing and ultra-fine finishing with ease.
Key technical features include servo-driven 10- or 12-station turrets, up to 24-position indexing, hydraulic tailstocks, and roller-type linear guideways for enhanced rigidity and accuracy. Customers can choose between advanced Fanuc or Siemens control systems to match their workflow requirements.
The machines offer generous working envelopes—with a maximum turning diameter of 350mm and a maximum turning length of 550mm—suiting them for a wide range of small precision components. While many users integrate bar feeders for high-volume, lights-out production, the Lynx 2100 series is also widely used in low-volume chucking operations.
Sales data from Mills CNC confirm the Lynx 2100’s widespread adoption across sectors. “Whether customers need a simple two-axis turning solution or a fully equipped multi-tasking lathe, they often opt for a Lynx 2100,” said Tony Dale, Group CEO of Mills CNC.
Several UK-based manufacturers illustrate the machine’s broad appeal:
- Nova Racing Transmissions Ltd, a specialist in motorcycle gearboxes based in West Sussex, recently added a Lynx lathe to eliminate production delays and streamline operations.
- Alwayse Engineering Ltd, located in Birmingham and known for its ball transfer units, invested in a Lynx 2100 in March 2025 to manufacture components for its updated 805-series BTUs.
- Herriott Precision Ltd, a Worcestershire-based start-up, acquired a Lynx 2100LSYB with a Y-axis and sub-spindle via Mills CNC’s SMART Options rental scheme. Since April 2024, it has been machining aerospace prototypes and pre-production components with this advanced, long-bed machine.
To meet strong and steady demand, Mills CNC maintains a wide inventory of Lynx 2100 machines for rapid delivery throughout the UK and Ireland. The company also regularly showcases the series—often paired with robotic automation—at trade shows and live events across the region.
The continued popularity of the Lynx 2100 lathes reinforces DN Solutions’ status as a leader in turning technology, with Mills CNC playing a crucial role in ensuring the machines reach a growing customer base seeking reliability, precision, and productivity.
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