LODGE & SHIPLEY RXE2516 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Lodge & Shipley RXE2516 is a heavy-duty manual engine lathe designed for large-scale machining projects. It features a **26.5-inch swing over the carriage** and a **20-inch swing over the cross slide**, accommodating substantial workpieces. The lathe offers a **96-inch center distance**, ideal for long parts. Its spindle has a **2.56-inch through-hole diameter**, enabling bar stock feeding and hollow spindle machining. This model is equipped with a **21.65-inch diameter 4-jaw chuck** for secure, versatile workholding. The main motor provides **30 horsepower**, delivering robust power for demanding cutting operations. The lathe's maximum pulley speed reaches around **845 RPM**, balancing speed with torque for various tasks. The machine's physical footprint measures approximately **215.35 inches in length, 66.93 inches in width, and 57.48 inches in height**, reflecting its industrial scale. This lathe supports rapid traverse and threading capabilities, with feed rates spanning 0.0025 to 0.16 inches per revolution and thread pitches ranging from 1 to 64 TPI, suitable for precision threading. Additional features typically include taper attachments, steady rests, and coolant systems to enhance machining accuracy and tool life. Its robust construction and extensive features make the RXE2516 well-suited for applications in heavy engineering, oilfield, and large component manufacturing requiring precision and durability.