{"product_id":"leblond-rkl-1540-16-x-35-cnc-teachable-precision-lathe-with-gear-box-spindle","title":"LeBlond RKL-1540 (16” X 35”) CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle","description":"\u003c!-- CY\/3.C | CLEAN + READABLE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    .iron-theme{\n      --black:#0b0b0b; --gray:#6b7280;\n      --red:#c1121f; --red2:#e11d2e;\n      --border:#e5e7eb; --soft:#f8fafc;\n      font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n      color: var(--black);\n      max-width: 1100px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n      line-height: 1.7;\n    }\n    .shell{border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:16px;overflow:hidden;background:#fff;box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.08);}\n    .top{padding:24px;}\n    .kicker{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--gray);margin:0 0 8px;}\n    h1{margin:0;font-size:30px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;}\n    .sub{margin:12px 0 0;font-size:15px;max-width:100ch;}\n    .stripe{height:8px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--red) 0%,var(--red) 70%,var(--red2) 100%);}\n    .content{padding:24px;background:var(--soft);}\n    .card{border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:16px;background:#fff;padding:20px;margin:18px 0;box-shadow:0 8px 22px rgba(0,0,0,.06);}\n    h2{margin:0 0 12px;font-size:19px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:10px;}\n    h2:before{content:\"\";width:10px;height:10px;background:var(--red);border-radius:2px;}\n    ul{margin:0;padding-left:20px;}\n    ul li{margin:8px 0;}\n    table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;}\n    th, td{border:1px solid var(--border);padding:10px;text-align:left;}\n    th{background:#f3f4f6;font-size:12px;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:900;}\n    .callout{border:1px dashed rgba(193,18,31,.5);background:rgba(193,18,31,.06);border-radius:12px;padding:14px;font-size:14px;margin-top:12px;}\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection aria-label=\"LeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle Product Description\" class=\"cy3c-wrap iron-theme\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shell\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kicker\"\u003eCNC Teachable Control • High Precision Turning • Compact Production Lathe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers advanced CNC capability in a compact footprint designed for high-volume production environments. Equipped with a FANUC 0i-TF control system, precision ball screws, and a heavy-duty gearbox spindle, this machine provides exceptional accuracy for turning, threading, milling, tapping, and boring operations—all within a single setup. Built with rugged construction and thermal stability in mind, this lathe ensures consistent results, reduced vibration, and long-term reliability for demanding machining applications. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stripe\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-volume production machining and repeat part manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision turning, threading, boring, and tapping operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool rooms, maintenance departments, and prototype development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetalworking shops requiring compact CNC automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral engineering and industrial fabrication environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003eIdeal for shops needing CNC precision with manual flexibility in a space-saving machine platform.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFANUC 0i-TF (3) – 8.4” Color Monitor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNumber of Axes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Axis (X, Z)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwing Over Bed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistance Between Centers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBed Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.236\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Nose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA1-6 Camlock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Bore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.066\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Speed Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e225–480 RPM (Low) \/ Up to 2500–3000 RPM (High)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMain Spindle Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5kW \/ 7.5kW (30 min rated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eX-Axis Travel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.07\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eZ-Axis Travel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32.08\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRapid Traverse (X\/Z)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e295.3 \/ 393.7 IPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBall Screw Diameter (X\/Z)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.787\" \/ 1.259\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTailstock Taper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMT4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuill Travel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChuck Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\" Hydraulic Chuck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230V \/ 3PH \/ 60Hz (Other Voltages Available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMachine Dimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 90\" x 45\" x 75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 3000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle Performance \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFANUC CNC Control System\u003c\/strong\u003e with 8.4” color display provides intuitive programming, monitoring, and high-precision machining control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty gearbox spindle\u003c\/strong\u003e with dual speed ranges delivers torque for heavy cuts and high-speed finishing capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened and precision-ground headstock gears\u003c\/strong\u003e ensure quiet, smooth, and vibration-free operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressurized lubrication system\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains optimal thermal stability and extends machine life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic H4 turret\u003c\/strong\u003e enables fast, repeatable tool indexing for efficient production cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic tailstock quill and 8” hydraulic chuck\u003c\/strong\u003e provide strong clamping and consistent part support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision ball screws and AC servo motors\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver accurate positioning and repeatability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual handwheel control\u003c\/strong\u003e allows flexible teach-mode programming and manual operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated coolant system\u003c\/strong\u003e improves tool life and surface finish during machining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact footprint design\u003c\/strong\u003e maximizes shop floor efficiency without sacrificing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SUMMARY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the LeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines CNC automation with manual teach capabilities for versatile operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact machine footprint ideal for small to mid-sized production environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust construction ensures long-term durability and consistent machining accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced FANUC control system simplifies programming and improves productivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for high-volume production with minimal setup and maximum efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003eThe LeBlond RKL-1540 CNC Teachable Precision Lathe with Gear Box Spindle is a powerful, space-efficient solution for manufacturers seeking precision, flexibility, and reliable CNC performance in one machine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LeBlond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53273712656749,"sku":"Lathe RKL-1540","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/6996\/6445\/files\/LeBlond_RKL-1540_CNC_teachable_precision_lathe_with_gear_box_spindle_featuring_enclosed_cutting_area_digital_control_panel_and_heavy-duty_industrial_base_for_metal_turning_operations..png?v=1777572962","url":"https:\/\/ironlinetools.com\/products\/leblond-rkl-1540-16-x-35-cnc-teachable-precision-lathe-with-gear-box-spindle","provider":"Iron Line Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}