LODGE & SHIPLEY POWERTURN 2013 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Lodge & Shipley Powerturn 2013 is a robust manual engine lathe engineered for precision metalworking and production turning operations. This heavy-duty machine features a 20-5/8 inch swing with a 17-inch swing over cross slide, accommodating workpieces up to 78 inches between centers. The lathe is powered by a 20-horsepower motor driving a 2-1/2 inch bore spindle capable of 24 to 2,000 RPM through 24 selectable speeds, providing versatile speed control for various machining tasks. The L-2 spindle nose accepts a 17-3/4 inch four-jaw chuck for secure workholding. Feed ranges from 0.0074 to 0.470 inches per revolution, with threading capability from 1 to 64 threads per inch for both inch and metric applications. The #5 Morse taper tailstock features a 3-1/2 inch quill diameter with 10 inches of travel, while the 3-1/2 inch tailstock quill accommodates various support and drilling operations. The machine incorporates precision-ground and hardened ways for accuracy and longevity. Equipped with both a taper attachment and thread dial for advanced turning and threading work, this lathe also includes an integral coolant pan for flood cooling. Weighing 9,500 pounds and occupying 15 feet length by 5 feet width, this professional-grade lathe represents reliable production capacity for tool and die shops, manufacturing facilities, and heavy-duty machine shops requiring consistent performance and precision.