JET E-1236VS MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The JET E-1236VS Manual Lathe is a precision 12" x 36" metal lathe powered by a 2.0 HP, 230V, 3-phase motor, delivering up to 2,000 RPM with an infinitely variable spindle speed control via an inverter drive system. It features a 1.56-inch spindle bore with a D1-4 spindle mount and MT5 taper, supported by class 7 precision taper roller bearings, which limit spindle runout to 0.0004 inches for high accuracy. The lathe offers a maximum swing over bed of 12 inches and 7.31 inches over the cross slide, with a 36-inch distance between centers and a 17.5-inch gap through the spindle for large workpieces. Equipped with a two-speed gearbox, it provides low-speed ranges from 40 to 365 RPM and high-speed ranges from 165 to 2,000 RPM. The lathe includes hardened and ground headstock gears reducing vibration and deflection, enhancing durability and precision. It incorporates an electromagnetic foot brake for rapid stopping and CNC-style full-length lighting with an enclosed splash guard to improve safety and visibility. The bed width measures 7.5 inches, supporting smooth and rigid workpiece movement aided by ball bearing-mounted steady and follow rests. Additional features include a 3.5-inch compound slide travel, 50 longitudinal and cross feed rates, and thread capabilities ranging from 2 to 56 TPI (inch) and 0.5 to 12 mm (metric). The machine dimensions are 71" long, 30" wide, and 60" high, weighing 1,212 pounds, suitable for small shops, educational labs, and precise metalworking tasks requiring compact yet powerful machinery.