COMEV MT 180 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The COMEV MT 180 manual lathe features a robust construction designed for precision turning operations, with a swing capacity of 14.17 inches (360 mm) over the bed and a distance between centers of 39.37 inches (1000 mm). The lathe provides 72 selectable feed rates and 52 threading pitches, covering Metric, Whitworth, Diametral Pitch, and English thread systems without requiring external gear changes, allowing versatile machining of threads and feeds. Its headstock is a single ribbed casting engineered for enhanced rigidity, ensuring high precision during operation. The spindle speeds range from low to high rpm, supporting diverse workpiece materials and applications, while the large handwheel with a vernier scale allows accurate manual control of tool movement. The machine support includes manual operations with no CNC, suitable for grinding, threading, and finishing tasks requiring tactile feedback and fine adjustments. The lathe can accommodate bar stock up to 40 mm in diameter and has a spindle bore diameter around 40–110 mm depending on model variants. The MT 180 is equipped with a cross-slide and carriage designed for stability and durability under continuous machining loads. Available as used or new, it is a reliable solution for workshops demanding a traditional, versatile, and robust manual lathe capable of precise turning and threading tasks on medium-sized workpieces. This model integrates conventional lathe features with modern feed and threading options, making it an ideal tool for metalworking and manufacturing environments requiring manual control and flexibility.