SOUTH BEND SB1060PF MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The South Bend SB1060PF is a high-precision manual lathe designed for heavy-duty machining with an 18.11-inch swing over the bed and 11.00 inches over the cross slide. It accommodates workpieces up to 60 inches between centers and features a robust 12.5 HP motor delivering variable spindle speeds from 18 to 1800 RPM via an electronic variable speed (EVS) control, allowing precise adjustment for optimal cutting performance. The spindle includes a D1-8 camlock nose with a 3.15-inch bore and an MT #7 taper, supporting a wide range of tooling. The tailstock has an MT #5 taper with 6.5 inches of quill travel to support long workpieces effectively. The lathe is equipped with a factory-installed Fagor digital readout (DRO) that shows carriage and cross-slide positioning, enhancing accuracy and operator control. Electrical components are Allen-Bradley®, ensuring reliable electrical power for motorized feed and speeds. Additional features include a circulating coolant system to maintain temperature stability during operation and a 1/4 HP oil pump motor for lubrication. The bed width is 13.58 inches, with cross slide travel of 11 inches and compound slide travel of 5.39 inches. Threading capability includes 2 to 72 TPI (38 pitches) for inch threads and 0.4 to 14 mm (40 pitches) for metric threads. The lathe weighs approximately 5952 lbs and operates on 440V 3-phase power. It is backed by a two-year warranty and comprehensive technical documentation, providing maintenance guidance and assuring factory defect coverage.