Extended-Bed Conventional Lathe

Extended-Bed Conventional Lathe

Machining long drive shafts and oversized industrial rollers requires structural rigidity that standard machine tools cannot deliver.
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Machining long drive shafts and oversized industrial rollers requires structural rigidity that standard machine tools cannot deliver. The Extended-Bed Conventional Lathe is built with an ultra-long heavy-duty bed, giving precision machine shops and maintenance facilities the longitudinal travel needed for extra-length workpieces. By combining a classic operator-friendly manual design with reinforced guide paths, this machine ensures high torque, easy control, and stable alignment across long cutting distances without complex CNC programming.

 

Technical Specifications

 

Parameter

Standard Range

Max. Workpiece Length

1,500 – 12,000 mm

Max. Turning Length

1,300 – 11,800 mm

Swing Over Bed

630 – 1,640 mm

Swing Over Carriage

350 – 1,250 mm

Spindle Bore

100 / 130 mm

Spindle Speed

3.15 – 1,000 r/min

 

Size Selection Guide

 

Workpiece Dimensions: Measure the full length and diameter of your raw stock. Select a turning length that exceeds your actual machining stroke to allow carriage clearance and tailstock positioning.

Spindle Bore & Load: Choose a spindle bore diameter that matches your bar stock for pass-through operations. Heavy parts require robust headstock bearings and strong bedways to carry static loads.

 

Structural Features

 

 Induction-Hardened Bedways: Cast-iron bed structure ground to strict straightness tolerances, resisting deflection and wearing over long travel distances.

Universal Threading Gearbox: Wide-range metric and inch thread cutting without frequent manual gear changes, speeding up shop floor workflows.

Heavy-Duty Carriage System: Hand-scraped mating surfaces provide smooth feed control, minimizing chatter during deep roughing cuts.

 

Main Applications of Extended-Bed Conventional Lathe

 

Industrial Shaft Manufacturing: Turning long power-transmission shafts, steel mill rolls, and large hydraulic piston rods.

Equipment Repair & Overhaul: Refurbishing worn rotational parts for mining, marine propulsion, and power plant infrastructure.

General Machine Shops: Versatile job-shop setups requiring quick manual adjustments for low-volume or single-piece orders.

 

Workholding Options

 

3-Jaw & 4-Jaw Chucks: Rapid self-centering chucks for concentric stock, plus independent 4-jaw chucks for asymmetric or irregular forgings.

Steady Rests: Stationary ring supports mounted on the bedways to prevent center-sag on long workpieces.

Follow Rests: Traveling supports fixed to the carriage that absorb cutting forces right next to the turning tool.

 

Precision Assurance

 

Long-bed turning accuracy depends heavily on alignment stability. Each machine undergoes static alignment testing, tailstock centerline checks, and lead-screw pitch tolerance verifications before shipment. Correct floor leveling, proper foundation preparation, and steady-rest adjustments are crucial to maintaining tolerance over extended bed lengths. 

 

Pre-Quotation Checklist

 

Part Geometry: Outer diameter, maximum swing height, turned length, and overall weight.

Machining Scope: External turning, facing, taper cutting, internal boring, or special thread profiles.

Shop Setup: Available floor space, crane lifting capacity, and local power supply voltage.

 

FAQ

 

Q: What is an extended-bed conventional lathe?

A: It is a manual horizontal turning lathe designed with an lengthened cast-iron bed to support and machine extra-long cylindrical workpieces beyond standard lengths.

Q: When are steady rests required?

A: Steady rests are necessary when turning long or slender components to prevent workpiece sagging, vibration, and dimensional tapering during cutting.

Q: Can the spindle bore handle long bar stock?

A: Yes, selecting a 100 mm or 130 mm spindle bore allows long bar stock to pass directly through the spindle headstock, saving overall bed length.

Q: What data is needed for a machine quote?

A: Provide your maximum workpiece diameter, turning length, total weight, material type, and required machining operations to receive a tailored configuration.

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