LODGE & SHIPLEY 16 MANUAL LATHES

Technical Description

The Lodge & Shipley 16" Manual Lathe is a heavy-duty, precision-engineered engine lathe designed for demanding toolroom, maintenance, and production applications. With an 18" swing over the bed and a 60" distance between centers, this lathe is well-suited for turning, facing, and threading large workpieces with exceptional accuracy and rigidity. The massive cast-iron bed and precision-ground ways provide outstanding stability and vibration damping, ensuring smooth operation and long-term durability. The lathe features a robust geared headstock that delivers a wide range of spindle speeds, enabling versatile machining capabilities for a variety of materials and operations. Power longitudinal and cross feeds facilitate efficient and precise cutting, while the quick-change gearbox supports both inch and metric threading, making it adaptable to diverse threading requirements. The machine is equipped with a 15" 4-jaw chuck, offering secure and accurate workholding for irregular or large-diameter parts. The inclusion of a threading dial simplifies the setup and execution of threading operations, enhancing productivity and repeatability. The tailstock is fitted with a hardened quill for precise center work, further expanding the lathe's versatility. Renowned for its rugged American construction, the Lodge & Shipley 16" Manual Lathe delivers reliable performance, making it an ideal choice for shops requiring a durable and accurate manual lathe for heavy-duty machining tasks.