REPUBLIC LAGUN RL-1640 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The Republic Lagun RL-1640 is a manual engine lathe designed for versatile workshop applications. It features a 16-inch swing, allowing it to machine parts up to 16 inches in diameter, and a 40-inch distance between centers to accommodate longer workpieces. The lathe's spindle bore measures 2.063 inches, enabling it to handle substantial stock sizes and through-spindle operations. Powered by a robust 7.5-horsepower motor, it delivers a maximum spindle speed of 2,000 RPM, suitable for a wide range of turning, facing, boring, threading, and drilling tasks. The swing over the cross slide is 10.18 inches, allowing for precise machining closer to the carriage. This lathe is manually operated, requiring skilled control of feeds and tool positioning via its carriage, cross slide, and compound rest, which provide precise movement for depth and angle adjustments during cutting. Its construction includes a rigid cast iron bed for stability and accuracy, with the headstock housing preloaded bearings for smooth spindle rotation. The RL-1640 is ideal for medium-capacity machining, prototyping, and repair work, offering reliable power and size to handle diverse metalworking jobs effectively in a toolroom or general shop environment.