MAINLAND CA6261C/1500 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The MAINLAND CA6261C/1500 is a medium-duty horizontal gap bed lathe engineered for precision metalworking operations on medium to large workpieces. This manual machine features a maximum swing diameter of 610mm (24.02 inches) over the bed, with a center distance of 1,500mm (59.06 inches), providing substantial capacity for diverse turning applications. The lathe incorporates a spindle bore of 52mm (2.05 inches) with an MT6 spindle taper, enabling compatibility with standard cutting tools. Equipped with a robust 7.5kW (10.06 HP) main spindle motor, the machine delivers variable spindle speeds ranging from 10 to 1,400 RPM across multiple steps, allowing operators to optimize cutting conditions for different materials and operations. The swing over the cross slide measures approximately 370mm (14.57 inches), facilitating efficient workpiece positioning and tool accessibility. The bed structure features a 400mm width with medium-grade quenched guide rails providing enhanced rigidity and wear resistance. With four tool post stations and a maximum workpiece weight capacity of 300kg, this lathe accommodates extended workpieces up to 4,000mm in length. The machine is ISO and CE certified, meeting international quality and safety standards. Ideal for job shops, training facilities, and small to medium manufacturing operations, the CA6261C/1500 delivers reliable performance for turning, threading, boring, and facing operations on ferrous and non-ferrous materials.