WEISS MACHINERY WL1280T MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The WEISS MACHINERY WL1280T is a heavy-duty manual engine lathe engineered for precision metalworking applications. This machine features a robust swing capacity of 50.39 inches over the bed, enabling the machining of large-diameter workpieces, with an additional 31.50-inch swing over the cross slide for enhanced versatility. The spindle bore measures 5.12 inches, accommodating substantial workholding devices and tooling setups. With a center distance of 472.44 inches, the lathe supports extended workpiece lengths, making it suitable for complex turning, facing, and threading operations on components requiring extended between-centers distances. The machine employs a three-guide rail rectangular bedway design that ensures exceptional rigidity and dimensional accuracy throughout extended production runs. The main shaft incorporates a three-support structure with stepless speed regulation capability, providing operators with precise control over cutting parameters. The headstock features hardened, precision-ground gears enabling rapid speed changes without interrupting operations. Constructed with induction-hardened, precision-ground bedways, the lathe delivers superior surface finishes and consistent tolerances. Power longitudinal feed functionality facilitates automated threading operations, improving productivity and reducing manual intervention. The tailstock assembly includes adjustable gibs for optimal slideway control, while the carriage-mounted spindle control lever provides intuitive operation. This manual lathe combines traditional mechanical reliability with modern precision engineering, making it ideal for job shops, maintenance facilities, and production environments requiring flexible, dependable heavy-duty turning capabilities on oversized components.