COLCHESTER CHIPMASTER MANUAL LATHE

The Colchester Chipmaster manual lathe is a high-precision machine designed for general machining and metalworking tasks. It features a spindle bore diameter of 1.5 inches, allowing it to accommodate a variety of tooling and workpieces. The lathe includes a 6-inch three-jaw chuck, offering reliable work holding for cylindrical parts. Its speed range extends from 500 to 3000 RPM, providing versatility across different materials and cutting operations. The machine's swing over the bed is 11.25 inches, and the swing over the saddle is 7 inches, enabling it to handle moderately sized workpieces with ease. The distance between centers is 20 inches, allowing for the machining of elongated components. This lathe is equipped with precision bearings and a robust design to ensure accurate and consistent performance. It is manually controlled, giving the operator full control over feed and speed settings for intricate machining tasks. The Chipmaster is suitable for both professional workshops and advanced hobbyists, valued for its durability and precision in a compact footprint. Its combination of moderate swing capacity, center distance, and spindle speed range makes it a versatile tool for turning, facing, threading, and drilling operations on metal stocks up to medium size.