SIDDHAPURA MACHINE TOOLS LD-3 MANUAL LATHE

The Siddhapura Machine Tools LD-3 Manual Lathe is a precision engine lathe designed for versatile metalworking tasks. It features a **maximum swing of 12.6 inches (320 mm)**, allowing turning operations on workpieces up to this diameter. The lathe has a **distance between centers of 35.8 inches (910 mm)**, accommodating relatively long workpieces for accurate machining. Its **swing over the cross slide is 7.1 inches (180 mm)**, enabling operations on slightly smaller diameters with tool post clearance. This manual lathe is suitable for conventional turning, facing, drilling, and other lathe operations requiring manual control, making it well-suited for workshop use where flexibility and precision are needed. Its robust design supports stable cutting, contributing to consistent results. Given its capacity and specifications, the LD-3 is appropriate for small to medium workpieces in mechanical workshops, educational settings, or light industrial environments. The machine leverages mechanical controls for spindle speed and feed, offering user control over operation for diverse machining tasks. Overall, the Siddhapura LD-3 combines essential lathe functions with sufficient size for broad applications, emphasizing straightforward manual operation and reliability.