WEILER DA260 AC/1000 MANUAL LATHE

The WEILER DA260 AC/1000 is a high-precision manual engine lathe designed for versatile machining tasks. It features a **swing diameter of 21.06 inches (535 mm)** and a distance between centers of 39.37 inches (1000 mm), accommodating a wide range of workpiece sizes. The lathe has a **spindle bore of 2.80 inches (71 mm)** for bar feeding, with a spindle nose conforming to DIN 55027 (size 6), and a large spindle diameter of 100 mm for robust support. Powered by a **7.46 HP (approximately 5.5 kW) motor**, it delivers high torque and a max spindle speed of **2,500 RPM**, allowing for precise and powerful turning operations. The machine offers a **swing over cross slide of 13.58 inches (345 mm)**, enabling machining of larger diameters over the cross slide. It incorporates features such as a spindle brake, lead screw and feed rod covers, and offers toolmaker’s accuracy compliant with DIN 8605 standards. The lathe supports a broad thread cutting range and a multitude of feed rates for both longitudinal and transverse feeds, providing flexibility in cutting operations. Additional operational conveniences include easy manual control, optional digital readouts for speed and positioning, and LED machine lighting for enhanced visibility. The DA260 AC's solid construction ensures durability and stability, making it suitable for training, toolmaking, and precision general turning tasks. The lathe supports various accessory options like three- and four-jaw chucks and collet chucks to expand its capabilities.