ZMMBG CU 500M X 4000 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The ZMMBG CU 500M X 4000 is a robust manual engine lathe designed for versatile machining tasks. It features a swing capacity of 19.69 inches, allowing workpieces of considerable diameter to be turned, with a distance between centers of 157.48 inches to accommodate long components. The spindle bore diameter is 2.83 inches, enabling machining of sizable shafts through the spindle. Powered by a 10.06 HP motor, it delivers spindle speeds up to 2,000 RPM, providing a broad range of cutting conditions for different materials and operations. The swing over cross slide is 11.81 inches, allowing substantial clearance for the cross slide during turning operations. The lathe bed width, typically around 400 mm (15.75 inches) in this series, ensures structural rigidity for precision machining. It is equipped with a manual transmission system facilitating direct mechanical control over spindle speed and feed rates. The machine supports various feeds and threading capabilities, consistent with its class, with quick-change toolposts and protection guards for operator safety. Its design accommodates a wide range of medium to large workpieces, suitable for turning, facing, threading, and other conventional lathe operations. Overall, the CU 500M X 4000 balances power, capacity, and precision, making it suitable for shops requiring manual control with significant turning length and diameter capabilities.