VOEST ALPINE DA-260 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The VOEST ALPINE DA-260 manual lathe features a swing capacity over the bed of 19.69 inches (500 mm) and a maximum distance between centers of 78.74 inches (2000 mm), enabling it to handle medium to large workpieces. It is equipped with a 71 mm spindle bore, allowing the machining of long workpieces through the spindle. The lathe has a center height of approximately 260 mm, providing solid rigidity and support for substantial turning operations. The spindle offers multiple speed steps up to approximately 1,500 rpm, powered by a 7.5 kW motor that delivers high torque and power for heavy machining tasks. The lathe includes 12 spindle speeds and 66 feed rates, allowing for precise control over longitudinal and transverse feeds, with the ability to cut a wide range of metric threads (0.5 to 28 mm). The tailstock features a quill diameter of 65 mm with a travel stroke around 120-160 mm, taper MK4, ensuring versatility for drilling and boring operations. The machine’s bed width is approximately 330 mm, supporting stable and accurate cutting, aided by a lead screw and feed rod cover, spindle brake, and optional digital readout and LED lighting for improved usability. The DA-260 complies with industrial toolmaker accuracy standards (DIN 8605), emphasizing precision and durability for workshop and industrial environments. The machine weighs about 1500-1640 kg and has dimensions roughly 2800 x 750 x 1300 mm.