SOMNATH SH-5 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The SOMNATH SH-5 is a precision manual lathe machine manufactured by a leading Indian industrial equipment supplier with over 40 years of experience. This horizontal lathe features a bed length of 12 feet, accommodating workpieces up to 650mm between centers, with a center height range of 250mm to 650mm and a spindle bore diameter of 52mm to 150mm. The machine weighs approximately 4,188.8 lbs and provides 94.9 inches of center distance, making it suitable for medium to heavy-duty turning operations. Built with a durable cast-iron bed and base, the SH-5 incorporates a heavy-duty spindle and chuck system designed for robust, trouble-free operation. The machine features headstock gears, a universal feed box, and an overload safety device to ensure precision quality and operator protection. Its construction utilizes alloy steel components throughout, delivering low noise levels and requiring minimal maintenance during extended service life. The SH-5 is versatile and serves multiple industrial applications including power plants, steel rolling mills, paper mills, sugar mills, textile operations, mining, automotive manufacturing, and the oil industry. With its all-geared transmission system, the lathe provides high cutting power and versatility for a wide range of turning, boring, and threading operations. The machine's robust design and reliable performance characteristics make it an economical choice for job shops, educational institutions, and manufacturing facilities requiring precision metal-cutting capabilities without computer numerical control complexity.