NARDINI MSC1440E MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Nardini MS1440E manual lathe features a 14-inch swing over the bed and 40-inch distance between centers, providing ample capacity for various turning operations. It includes a 1.875-inch spindle bore and achieves spindle speeds up to 2,000 RPM, allowing for precise control over a wide range of machining tasks. The lathe is constructed with induction-hardened and ground bed ways for durability and accuracy, and it incorporates a removable gap bed design for machining larger diameter workpieces. The headstock is equipped with a Camlock D1-5 spindle nose and supports 18 spindle speeds across two speed ranges, enabling versatile metal cutting and threading operations. It accepts American Standard and metric threading with a universal gear box that facilitates comprehensive feed and thread selections. The tailstock includes a #3 Morse taper with a 3-1/8 inch travel, suitable for drilling and supporting longer workpieces. For operator precision, the lathe is equipped with a dual-axis digital readout (DRO) and dual reading inch and metric dials on compound and cross slides. It includes self-contained coolant system with a removable chip pan and full-length splash guard. The machine typically comes with an 8-inch three-jaw chuck and a 10-inch four-jaw chuck, taper attachment, follow rest, steady rest, and threading dial. Powered by a 6.75 HP, 220-volt, two-speed spindle motor, this lathe weighs approximately 2,800 lbs and measures 80 inches length, 35 inches width, and 60 inches height, making it a robust solution for workshop turning and threading applications.