RAMAN MACHINE TOOLS LIGHT DUTY 4-6 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The RAMAN MACHINE TOOLS Light Duty 4-6 Manual Lathe is a compact, precision turning machine designed for small-scale production and educational applications. This horizontally-oriented machine features a swing diameter of 14 inches over the bed, enabling machining of workpieces up to 7 inches in radius. The distance between centers measures 26 inches, providing adequate length for turning operations on cylindrical components. The swing over cross slide of 14 inches maintains consistency with the primary swing specification, facilitating controlled lateral tool positioning. Standing 53 inches tall with a footprint of 32 inches wide by 65 inches long, this machine is suitable for shop floors with limited space while maintaining operational accessibility. Weighing 992 pounds, the lathe provides sufficient structural rigidity for precision turning without requiring extensive floor reinforcement. As a manual machine, it incorporates traditional hand-wheel control for spindle speed, feed, and depth of cut adjustment, making it ideal for operators requiring direct machining control. The unit is equipped with a robust bed and carriage system supporting reliable, repeatable turning operations across various materials and workpiece geometries. RAMAN MACHINE TOOLS, established in 1991 and based in Rajkot, Gujarat, manufactures this lathe with an emphasis on user-friendly design and easy maintenance. The light-duty classification indicates suitability for general purpose turning applications, tool production, and prototype development rather than heavy industrial production demands.