REPUBLIC LAGUN LL-VS-16 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Republic Lagun LL-VS-16 is a precision manual lathe engineered for versatile turning, facing, and boring operations in job shops, tool rooms, and educational settings. With a 16-inch swing capacity and 65-inch between-centers distance, this machine accommodates mid-range workpieces for both one-off projects and short production runs. The 2.05-inch spindle bore provides flexibility for various workholding methods, including standard chucks and collet systems suitable for repetitive and delicate work. Powered by a robust 5.5-horsepower motor operating at 2,300 RPM, the lathe delivers adequate throughput for diverse materials and cutting operations while maintaining operational stability through its cast-iron bed construction. The 8.25-inch swing over the cross slide limits overhead part clearance but enables precise depth-of-cut control through graduated handwheels, allowing incremental adjustments as fine as 0.001 inches for accurate diameter reduction. This manual configuration demands operator skill and experience, making it ideal for artisanal work, repairs, prototyping, and educational purposes where flexibility and manual control are prioritized. The machine's moderate capacity and stability characteristics make it suitable for creating precision components, bushings, and custom fixtures. The LL-VS-16 represents a practical balance between precision capability and operator control, serving facilities requiring dependable performance for non-standardized, skilled machining work without the automation overhead of CNC systems.