NARDINI AM 32120 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Nardini AM 32120 Manual Lathe is a heavy-duty engine lathe designed for precision metalworking with robust capabilities. It features a **32-inch swing over the bed** and an extended **120-inch distance between centers**, allowing for large-diameter and long-length workpieces. The lathe incorporates a **5-inch spindle bore**, enabling it to accommodate sizable bar stock and tooling. Powered by a **30 HP motor**, it provides substantial torque and performance for industrial applications. Its spindle speed ranges up to **500 RPM**, suitable for various turning operations. The **swing over cross slide measures 22 inches**, providing ample clearance for tooling and workpiece manipulation. Constructed with hardened bed ways for durability and accuracy, it also includes attachments such as a taper turning attachment and inch/metric threading capability. The machine is equipped with a quick-change tool post, tailstock, digital readout (DRO), steady rest, and a 24-inch diameter 3-jaw chuck for versatile machining tasks. This lathe combines a large working envelope with precision features ideal for heavy machining and long, precise turning jobs, typically found in tool rooms or production environments requiring large part fabrication. Its build quality and power ensure high rigidity and operational reliability. The Nardini AM 32120 was manufactured around 1995 and represents industrial-grade manual lathe technology optimized for extensive, accurate machining processes.