SHETAL HD-4 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The SHETAL HD-4 is a heavy-duty manual lathe designed for precision machining operations in general engineering and production environments. This machine features a 17.78-inch swing capacity over the bed, enabling the processing of moderately sized workpieces with a maximum distance between centers of 73.83 inches, making it suitable for longer cylindrical components. The spindle bore diameter of 2.12 inches accommodates standard tooling and allows for versatile spindle nose configurations. Powered by a robust 2.95 HP motor, the lathe delivers consistent cutting performance across its operational range. The machine operates at a low spindle speed of 25 RPM, which is characteristic of heavy-duty lathes designed for rigid, high-torque cutting applications on dense materials and large diameter work. The 11.00-inch swing over the cross slide provides adequate clearance for tool access and workpiece positioning during intricate turning operations. Weighing 3968.3 lbs, the substantial mass of this lathe ensures excellent rigidity and vibration damping, critical factors for maintaining dimensional accuracy and surface finish quality during prolonged machining cycles. The manual control system allows operators full precision and control over machining parameters. The SHETAL HD-4 is engineered for reliability and durability in demanding production shops, offering dependable performance for general turning, facing, boring, and thread-cutting operations on various materials including steel, cast iron, and non-ferrous alloys.