EUROPEAN LION 23-MT, 23 X 120 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The EUROPEAN LION 23-MT manual lathe features a robust 23-inch swing capacity and an impressive 120-inch distance between centers, accommodating large workpieces with ease. Its heavy-duty clutched headstock is equipped with hardened and ground gears, ensuring durability and smooth operation. The lathe incorporates a 4-inch spindle bore with a D1-11 spindle nose and utilizes precision SKF spindle bearings for excellent accuracy and longevity. Powered by a 15 HP motor, it achieves spindle speeds up to 1,400 RPM. The machine offers a 15.75-inch swing over the cross slide and a wide 15.75-inch bed with heavy-duty ribbing for enhanced rigidity and stability during machining. It features a removable gap bed to allow machining of larger diameters when needed. Threading can be done in both inch and metric systems without changing gears, simplifying operation. The feed system utilizes a single lever joystick providing intuitive control of longitudinal and cross feeds along with a 4-way rapid traverse function, enhancing efficiency and user safety. The tailstock includes a two-speed mechanism with a tag-along feature to maintain alignment. Included are standard accessories such as taper turning attachment, 3-jaw and 4-jaw chucks, steady rest, follow rest, and splash/chip guards, making it ready for a variety of precision machining tasks. Overall, the European Lion 23-MT is engineered for rigidity, accuracy, and versatility, suitable for demanding manual turning operations in metalworking environments.