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Geared Head Precision Engine Lathes

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1340/1340VS 1440/1440VS


1550/1550VS 2280 Pictured w/Options

MACHINE FEATURES INCLUDE
Induction hardened & ground ways
Hardened & ground gears and shafts
Cam-Lock spindle noses; D-1-4, D-1-5. D-1-6 and D-1-8
Inch/Metric dials & graduations
Inch threading dial
No volt release foot brake, emergency stop, low volt controls and flood coolant
Universal gear box (option for 1340) with full range of inch, metric, whitworth, diametral and modular threading
Feed rod overload clutch
Adjustable clutch on apron provides longitudinal and cross feed pressure adjustment
Built in feed reverse operator by push/pull plunger on apron
Cross slide nut incorporates backlash eliminator
Full length rear splash guard
Interlock device presents simultaneous engagement of feed rod and lead screw
Totally enclosed oil bath, double wall apron with splash type lubrication
Forward/Reverse, and off feed engage lever & spindle control provided by gated lever at apron
Slide-way lubrication provided by one shot plunger type lube pump
Dovetail cross-slide and T-slotted compound
VARIABLE SPEED LATHES AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION
"Matrix" Multi-Disk Clutch Standard on 18" and Larger Lathes

 

The design of the “Willis” precision geared head lathe series is similar to the popular “Colchester” type lathes.  They are available with a range of swings over the bed from 13”, 14”, 15”, 18”, 20” and 22”.  All models feature a gap bed.  The “Willis” precision geared head lathes have bed lengths (center distance) from 30”, 40”, 50”, 60”, 80”, 100”, and 120” between centers.  

The “Norton” style universal gear box is standard on all models except the optionally available 1340.  A “Matrix” mechanical multi-disc clutch is optional for the 1550, and standard on the 18” models and larger. All models feature a cam-lock spindle nose for convenient mounting of chucks and faceplates. 

Infinitely variable speed versions are available for all sizes, equipped with an oversize “Yaskawa” AC digital inverter, providing full power throughout the speed ranges.  With all of the features available and the quality in which they are built, “Willis” geared head lathes provide the greatest possible value and precision for the customer and their needs.

MODELS
1330 1340 1430 1440 1540 1550 1860 1880
18100 18120
1860 1880
18100 18120
1860 1880
18100 18120
Center Height
6-1/2" 7" 7-1/2" 9" 10" 11"
Swing Over Bed
13" 14-1/4" 15-1/4" 18" 20" 22"
Swing Over Cross Slide
7-1/2" 5-5/8" 9-1/2" 11-1/2" 13-1/2" 15-1/2"
Swing in Gap
19-1/2" 22" 24" 28" 30" 32"
Bad Length Between Centers
30" 40" 30" 40" 40" 50" 60" Bed (60") 80" Bed (80")
100" Bed (100") 120" Bed (120")
Gap Width in Front of Faceplate
6" 6" 6" 9"
Spindle Nose (Camlock)
D-1-4 D-1-5 D-1-6 D-1-8
Headstock Spindle Bore
1-3/8" 1-5/8" 2-1/8" 3-1/8"
Number of Spindles
8 (16 Opt.) 8 (16 Opt. 16 16
Range of Spindle Speeds (RPM)
Optional RPM
105-2000
53-2000
70-2000
35-2000
25-2000 22-1700
Varispeed RPM (Gear Steps)
(2) 32-2500 (2) 20-25000 (2or 4) 20-2000 (2 or 4) 16-1800
Width of Bed
7-1/2" 10" 11" 13"
Length of Bed
54-1/2" 65" 61-1/4" 71-1/2" 76-1/2" 86-1/2" 60" Bed (105") 80" Bed (125")
100" Bed (145") 120" Bed (165")
Cross Slide Travel
7-1/2" 8-1/4" 9-1/4" 10-1/2"
Compound Travel
3-1/2" 3-3/4" 4-3/4" 5-1/4"
Tailstock Spindle Travel
4-3/8" 5-3/4" 6-1/8" 7"
Tailstock Quill Taper
#3MT #3MT #4MT #5MT
Tailstock Quill Diameter
1-9/16" 2" 2-5/16" 3"
No. of English Threads
32 (in) 36 Opt.) 36 45 45

Range of English Threads Optional

4-56 T.P.I
4-72 T.P.I
4-72 T.P.I 2-72 T.P.I 2-72 T.P.I
No. of Metric Threads
14(mm) 31 (Opt.) 27 39 39
Range of Metric Threads
Optional
.5-6mm .45-7mm 0.2-7 mm 0.4-7mm 0.2-14mm 0.4-14mm
No. of Diametral Pitch Threads
21-Optional 21 21 21
Range of D.P. Threads
(Opt. 8-44 D.P.) 8-44 D.P. 8-44 D.P. 8-44 D.P.
No. Module Pitch Threads
(Optional 18) 18 18 18
Range of Module Pitch Threads
(Opt. 3-3.5mm) 0.3-3.5mm 0.3-3.5mm 0.3-3.5mm
Longitudinal Feeds
Optional
.0015-.01 in/rev
.02-.520 mm/rev
.0012-.016 in/rev .0015-.04 in/rev .0015-.04 in/rev
Cross Feed
Optional
.0005-.0035 in/rev .0004-.0053 in/rev .00075-.02 in/rev .0003-.02 in/rev
Main Motor
Two Speeds (Optional)
3 HP
3/1.5 HP
5 HP
5 /3 HP
7/1.5 HP 10 HP or 12.5 HP
HP-Vari-Speed
2 3 5 7.5
Packing Sizes:
       
Length
66" 76" 72" 84" 87" 99" 60" Bed (120") 80" Bed (140")
100" Bed (160") 120" Bed (180")
Width
30" 36" 42" 44"
Height
58" 60" 63" 70"
Net Weight (lbs)
1364 1474 1870 1980 2530 2860  
Gross Weight (lbs)
1650 1800 2200 2420 2970 3300  

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