BERKSHIRE LD-1440E MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Berkshire LD-1440E is a precision manual lathe engineered for toolroom and general machining applications. This geared-head lathe features a 14.17-inch swing over bed with 39.37-inch center distance, enabling versatile workpiece capacity for both small and medium-sized components. The machine incorporates a 1.5-inch spindle bore with a DI-4 spindle nose configuration, facilitating compatibility with standard chucks and workholding accessories. The LD-1440E delivers nine selectable spindle speeds ranging from 80 to 2000 RPM, accommodating diverse material requirements and finishing operations. It features a gap bed design for enhanced swing capacity and includes both metric and inch thread-cutting capabilities with 30 metric thread pitches and 32 inch threads. Precision feeds are available with longitudinal rates from 0.0016 to 0.03 inches per revolution and cross feeds from 0.0008 to 0.015 inches per revolution. The compound slide and cross slide provide 3.375-inch and 6.5-inch travel respectively, while the tailstock features a 3 MT taper with 4.375-inch quill travel. Standard equipment includes 6-inch and 8-inch chucks, foot brake, splash guard, faceplate, and a complete coolant system with 1/8 HP pump. The machine operates on 220-volt single-phase power with a 2-3 HP motor and weighs approximately 1,364-1,540 pounds, requiring substantial floor space of approximately 71 x 19 inches. Its robust cast iron construction and precision ground bed ways ensure reliability for production and toolroom operations.