WEISS MACHINERY WM250V-F MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The WEISS MACHINERY WM250V-F is a compact bench lathe designed for professional and hobbyist metalworking applications. This variable-speed manual lathe features a 250mm (9.84-inch) swing over bed and a 550mm (21.65-inch) distance between centers, providing versatile capacity for medium-sized workpieces. The machine is equipped with a 1.1kW (1.01 HP) single-phase motor operating at 230V, delivering spindle speeds ranging from 50 to 2,500 rpm for precise control across various materials and operations. The spindle features a MT4 taper nose with a 26mm bore diameter, accommodating standard tooling accessories. The lathe incorporates a hardened and precision-ground V-way bed with reinforced cross-ribs for exceptional rigidity and minimal vibration during operation. Threading capabilities include 18 metric thread pitches (0.2-3.5mm) and 21 imperial threads (2/8-56 TPI), making it suitable for diverse fastener applications. The cross-slide travel reaches 115mm with feed speed ranges of 0.03-0.075 mm/rev, while longitudinal feeds span 0.06-0.32 mm/rev for controlled material removal. Standard equipment includes a 125mm three-jaw chuck, four-way tool post, set of change gears, dead centers, and swarf collection tray. The compact design measures 1,150mm in length with a total weight of 180kg, making it suitable for workshop installation where space is limited.