NARDINI 1760E MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Nardini 1760E manual lathe is a robust gap bed engine lathe offering a 17-inch swing over the bed and a generous 60-inch distance between centers, suitable for a broad range of turning applications. It features a 2-inch diameter spindle bore, accommodating large-diameter stock materials. The lathe is designed with hardened and ground bedways to ensure precision and durability during machining operations. The spindle, equipped with a D1-6 camlock nose, supports speeds ranging from 25 to 2000 RPM across 18 different settings, enabling versatility for different material and cutting conditions. The lathe includes both inch and metric threading capabilities, with threading ranges from 2.75 to 42 TPI (threads per inch) and 0.4 to 18.472 mm, respectively. Its feeding system offers longitudinal feed rates from 0.0021 to 0.0976 inches per revolution and cross feed rates from 0.0010 to 0.0488 inches per revolution. Additional features often included are a 3-jaw chuck, steady rest, taper turning attachment, Aloris quick change toolpost, thread dial indicator, coolant system, and a removable chip pan. The tailstock spindle provides 7-7/8 inches of travel and utilizes a #4 Morse taper. Powered by a two-speed 4/8 horsepower motor, this lathe balances power and control. Overall, the Nardini 1760E is a versatile manual lathe well-suited for precision machining tasks requiring moderate to large workpieces up to 60 inches in length and 17 inches in diameter.