STANDARD MODERN LATHES 1840 HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The 1840 Horizontal Machining Center is a single-spindle CNC lathe engineered for precision turning operations in small-to-medium production environments. Featuring an 18-inch swing diameter with approximately 40 inches between centers, this machine accommodates workpieces ranging from 9 to 18.5 inches in diameter and up to 40 inches in length. The primary spindle delivers 10 horsepower with a maximum rotational speed of 2,500 RPM, providing ample torque for both steel and aluminum machining applications. The spindle bore ranges from 2 to 2.375 inches, allowing for standard tooling compatibility and part pass-through capabilities. This horizontally-oriented machine employs a single active cutting tool at any given time, optimizing tool life and surface finish quality through dedicated single-point operations. The CNC control system—typically FANUC or Fagor-based—enables full programmable functionality including spindle speed variation, electronic handwheel operation, and 4-position automatic tool post positioning for rapid tool changes. Rapid traverse speeds reach 394 inches per minute on the Z-axis and 315 inches per minute on the X-axis, minimizing non-cutting cycle time. The machine weighs approximately 5,000-5,700 pounds with overall dimensions around 100 inches long by 55 inches wide by 67-73 inches high. Built with precision-ground bedways, induction-hardened gears, and FC-30 high-grade casting bases, this lathe delivers repeatable accuracy suitable for toolroom, R&D, and production applications.