POTISJE PA 45 MANUAL LATHE

The Potisje PA 45 is a robust manual center lathe designed for heavy-duty metal turning applications. It features a maximum swing over the bed of 39.37 inches (1000 mm), allowing for the machining of large-diameter workpieces, while the distance between centers is 236.22 inches (6000 mm), enabling the processing of long components. The lathe is equipped with a spindle bore diameter of 140 mm (5.5 inches), providing ample clearance for bar stock and facilitating through-hole operations. The center height over the bed is 450 mm (17.7 inches), ensuring stability and precision during machining. The swing over the cross slide is 600 mm (23.6 inches), and the swing in the gap reaches up to 1210 mm (47.6 inches), offering flexibility for oversized workpieces. The lathe’s monolithic structure with three guides ensures rigidity and accuracy, while the bed width of 650 mm (25.6 inches) contributes to overall stability. The spindle speed range typically extends from 2 to 800 rpm, accommodating a wide range of materials and cutting conditions. The machine is powered by a 28.5 kW (38 hp) motor, delivering strong performance for demanding tasks. Standard equipment includes a steady rest (360 mm), follow rest (280 mm), dead center (CM6), chip collecting tray, coolant system, and a rotating tool post. The lathe’s dimensions are approximately 7600 x 1600 x 1800 mm (L x W x H), with a machine weight of around 11,500 kg. This lathe is suitable for both conventional and heavy industrial applications, offering reliability, precision, and versatility for a variety of turning operations.