JET 18x80 Engine Lathe Applications
- Heavy industrial machining, large-diameter shaft turning, and precision bored finishing.
- Professional-grade taper machining and complex multi-pass threading workflows.
- Processing long industrial shafts and oversized bar stock.
- Continuous-duty operation in heavy manufacturing, oil/gas fabrication, and maintenance repair environments.
Ideal for industrial machine shops requiring the reliable performance of a geared-head lathe paired with the specialized flexibility of an included taper attachment.
Technical Specifications
| Stock Number | JT9-321486 |
|---|---|
| Machine Type | Toolroom Lathe |
| Electrical Configuration | 230V / 460V, Three-Phase (3Ph) |
| Swing Capacities | 18" Over Bed • 11" Over Cross Slide • 27-1/2" Over Gap |
| Distance Between Centers | 80" |
| Spindle Bore / Nose | 3-1/8" Bore / D1-8 Mount |
| Speed Range | 12 Speeds: 25 – 1,800 RPM (Geared Head) |
| Threading Range | 61 Inch Threads / 24 Metric Threads |
| Travels | Cross Slide: 9" • Top Slide: 5-1/8" • Tailstock: 5" |
| Included Accessories | Taper Attachment, Work Light |
| Overall Dimensions (L x D x H) | 136-1/8" x 40" x 48-7/8" |
Performance & Engineering Controls
- Industrial Taper Attachment: Enables the production of consistent, high-fidelity tapers without repetitive manual offset adjustments.
- Heavy-Duty Geared Headstock: Delivers positive, slip-free power transfer, essential for maintaining constant RPM under heavy roughing cuts.
- Oversized 3-1/8" Spindle Bore: Allows large-diameter bar stock and industrial piping to pass directly through the headstock for efficient machining.
- 13-3/8" Wide Induction-Hardened Bed: Provides the necessary structural mass to absorb harmonic vibrations, ensuring chatter-free surface finishes.
- D1-8 Spindle Mount: Allows for fast, secure installation of heavy-duty chucks and faceplates tailored to the job at hand.
Why Choose This JET Lathe Package
- Turnkey assembly arrives equipped with a professional taper attachment, maximizing immediate shop throughput for complex projects.
- 80 inches of center distance easily accommodates long drive shafts and industrial components.
- 3-Phase industrial architecture integrates flawlessly into professional manufacturing power grids.
- Built with rigid, industrial-grade components designed to maintain tight tolerances through years of continuous-duty use.
The JET 321486 Engine Lathe delivers the combination of massive center capacity, high-torque geared power, and specialized taper machining precision required for professional-grade fabrication.
