PROMPT 1330 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The PROMPT 1330 Manual Lathe features a robust design with a 13.0-inch swing capacity and a maximum centers distance of 29.5 inches, accommodating sizable workpieces with precision. It includes a spindle bore of 1.5 inches, enabling the machining of shafts and rods through the spindle. The lathe operates at speeds up to 1,800 RPM, providing a balance between cutting efficiency and surface finish quality. The swing over the cross slide is 7.7 inches, allowing for versatile tooling and part sizes. Constructed with a durable cast iron bed, it ensures rigidity and vibration damping critical for accurate turning operations. The machine is manually controlled, ideal for detailed metalworking tasks such as threading, facing, and turning. Its spindle is typically equipped with a Morse taper (often MT3), facilitating standard tooling attachments and accessories. The lathe’s cross slide travel around 7.7 inches supports precise tool positioning and compound cuts. This type of lathe is commonly used in workshops for fabricating components that require tight tolerances and reliable mechanical stability. It is suited for both steel and non-ferrous materials, widely employed in prototyping, repair, and small-batch production environments due to its versatility and manual precision control. Safety guidelines emphasize secure clamping, appropriate speed selection, and consistent maintenance to ensure operator protection and machine longevity. Overall, the PROMPT 1330 offers a dependable manual turning platform combining respectable swing and center distances with adequate spindle speed and tooling adaptability for comprehensive metal shaping applications.