WEISS MACHINERY WL600C MANUAL LATHES

Technical Description

The WEISS MACHINERY WL600C Manual Lathe is a robust engine lathe engineered for precision and heavy-duty turning applications. Featuring a 23.62-inch (600 mm) swing over the bed and a 15.75-inch (400 mm) swing over the cross slide, it accommodates large workpieces with ease. The distance between centers is 118.11 inches (3,000 mm), allowing for extended workpiece support and versatility in machining long components. The lathe is equipped with a substantial 4.06-inch (103 mm) spindle bore, enabling the processing of sizable bar stock and facilitating through-hole operations. Designed for rigidity and stability, the WL600C incorporates a hardened and precision-ground V-way bed, ensuring accurate and consistent cutting performance. The headstock utilizes a three-support structure for enhanced stiffness, supporting high-speed steel and hard alloy steel cutting tools for a wide range of materials. The machine features a geared headstock for quick and reliable speed changes, adjustable gibs for precise slideway alignment, and a power longitudinal feed for efficient threading operations. The tailstock is adjustable and provides secure workpiece support. The WL600C is suitable for both general-purpose and demanding industrial turning tasks, offering reliable operation, durability, and ease of use. Its robust construction and thoughtful design make it an ideal choice for workshops requiring high-precision manual turning capabilities.