Technical Description
The KAIDA CW61140C/12 manual lathe is a heavy-duty, large-sized engine lathe designed for high-capacity turning operations. Featuring a robust construction, it offers a maximum swing over bed of 55.12 inches (1,400 mm) and a distance between centers of 472.44 inches (12,000 mm), making it suitable for processing long and large-diameter workpieces. The spindle bore measures 5.12 inches (130 mm) with a metric taper of Ф140 1:20, providing excellent support for a variety of workholding applications. The lathe is powered by a 22 kW (29.55 HP) main motor, ensuring reliable performance for demanding cutting tasks. Spindle speed is adjustable from 2.5 to 250 RPM, with 24 forward and 12 reverse speed steps, allowing for precise control across a wide range of materials and operations. The spindle is supported by precision roller bearings, enhancing rigidity, accuracy, and longevity. The machine features a rapid feed structure on the apron, enabling efficient tool movement with longitudinal rapid travel up to 3,740 mm/min and cross rapid travel up to 1,870 mm/min. Feed ranges are versatile, supporting longitudinal feeds from 0.1 to 12 mm/rev, cross feeds from 0.05 to 6 mm/rev, and middle tool post feeds from 0.025 to 3 mm/rev. The lathe also supports a wide range of threading options, including metric, Whitworth, module, and D.P. threads. Designed for manual operation, the CW61140C/12 is ideal for heavy-duty industrial environments requiring high precision, durability, and productivity.