TORGIM T280 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The TORGIM T280 Manual Lathe features a robust, heavy-duty design with a swing capacity of 23.62 inches and a substantial distance between centers of 157.48 inches, allowing for machining of large parts. Its spindle bore measures 4.13 inches, accommodating sizable workpieces and tooling. Powered by a 10.06 hp motor, the lathe offers reliable torque and power for various turning operations. The machine’s bed is constructed from special Meehanite cast iron with stiffening ribs, providing exceptional rigidity, vibration damping, and precision stability. The bed includes induction-hardened and precision-ground slide guides, ensuring accurate carriage movement and extended tool life. The headstock, also made from stabilized Meehanite cast iron, houses a forged, full-worked spindle shaft that is bored, turned, and pack-hardened for durability. It includes steel, hardened, ground involute-profile gears running on high-precision bearings for smooth spindle operation. The machine features a natural gap design permitting machining of larger diameter parts between centers, uncommon in smaller or less rigid lathes. A hydraulic clutch and brake system with external adjustments and pressure monitoring allows fine-tuning for operational preferences. This manual lathe is engineered for high stiffness and precision in traditional turning, threading, and facing tasks, suited for heavy-duty industrial applications requiring large swing capacity and extended centers length.