AMERICAN TURNMASTER LS 36100 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The American Turnmaster LS 36100 is a heavy-duty manual lathe engineered for precision and robust performance in demanding industrial environments. Featuring a 36.5-inch swing over the bed and a 27.5-inch swing over the cross slide, this lathe provides ample capacity for large workpieces, with a distance between centers of 100 inches. The machine is powered by a 24.9 HP main motor, delivering strong torque for heavy cutting operations, and operates at a maximum spindle speed of 1,000 RPM, ensuring efficient material removal across a wide range of applications. The spindle bore measures 4.13 inches, accommodating large-diameter bar stock and enabling versatile turning tasks. Designed with a monolithic one-piece bed, the LS 36100 offers exceptional rigidity and vibration dampening, critical for maintaining accuracy during intensive machining. The lathe includes a 4-way power rapid traverse system, allowing for quick and precise movement of the carriage and cross slide, enhancing productivity on large-scale jobs. Additional features include a D1-11 spindle nose, coolant pump and piping, chuck guard with electric interlock, working light, leveling pads, and a comprehensive set of service tools. The machine is built to support high-performance manual turning, making it ideal for industries requiring both power and precision, such as oil and gas, aerospace, and heavy manufacturing.