SUMMIT MACHINE TOOL LLC 16" METAL LATHE HORIZONTAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The Summit Machine Tool LLC 16" Metal Lathe Horizontal Machining Center is a heavy-duty, precision-engineered engine lathe designed for demanding metalworking applications. With a maximum spindle turning diameter of 16.000" and a turning length of 40.000", this lathe offers robust capacity for large workpieces. The main spindle features a 10.000" chuck diameter and a maximum swing of 16.000", supporting versatile workholding options. Equipped with a single main spindle capable of speeds up to 2,000 RPM and powered by a 10 HP motor, the machine delivers high torque and consistent performance for both light and heavy chip loads. The lathe is built with a rigid all-cast iron construction, hardened and precision-ground bedways, and a cross-ribbed headstock for enhanced stability and vibration absorption. Standard features include a clutched headstock for precise control, a quick-change gearbox for American (inch), metric, module, and diametrical pitch threading, and a rapid traverse carriage with four-way joystick control. The large chrome alloy spindle includes a 3" through-hole for increased workpiece flexibility. Designed for accuracy and durability, the lathe supports simultaneous use of one cutting tool and operates on a two-axis system, making it ideal for precision turning, facing, and threading operations in industrial environments.