MONARCH LATHES 525/157 MANUAL LATHE

The Monarch Lathes 525/157 is a robust universal center lathe engineered for precision machining operations. This manual lathe features a 24.8-inch swing capacity, allowing for workpiece diameters up to approximately 49.6 inches, while the 14.9-inch swing over the cross slide accommodates smaller components during secondary operations. With an extended 157.5-inch center distance between headstock and tailstock, this machine is designed for machining longer shafts and cylindrical components typical of heavy-duty industrial applications. The spindle bore diameter of 4.1 inches provides adequate clearance for various tool shanks and workholding devices. Powered by a 20 horsepower motor operating at 1,800 RPM, the lathe delivers substantial cutting force for roughing and finishing operations on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The machine's rigid construction ensures high performance and guaranteed precision throughout extended production runs. The constant 1,800 RPM spindle speed offers consistent cutting velocities across different workpiece diameters when coupled with appropriate gearing selections. This universal center lathe model represents quality construction suitable for job shops, tool and die facilities, and manufacturing environments requiring dependable, versatile turning capabilities for medium to large-scale components.