EGH-1740 With ACU-RITE 203 DRO With Taper Attachment and Collet Closer

The Elite Geared Head Lathe EGH - 1740 is a top - notch machine. It features CNC - style lighting that fully illuminates the workspace, and an enclosed full - length splash guard. This guard is skillfully designed to keep all chips and coolant contained. Combining the robustness of Meehanite® castings with precision engineering, it consistently produces high - quality components. The hardened and ground bedways and gears minimize vibration and deflection, enabling accurate longitudinal movements. With a universal gearbox, it allows for a wide range of threading without the need for gear changes. The Turcite - B coatings between the bed and carriage ensure smooth and accurate movement. This machine offers the perfect balance of performance and reliability, just as you'd expect from JET Elite. Stock Number: 892506. It has various specifications such as amperage draw (22 at 230V 3Ph and 11 at 460V 3Ph), compound slide travel of 6 - 2/7 inches, and more.

Using the Elite Geared Head Lathe EGH - 1740 is quite straightforward. First, make sure it's properly set up and connected to the right power supply. You can adjust the spindle speed according to your needs, with a range from 36 to 1,800 RPM. When threading, the universal gearbox allows you to get a wide range of threads without changing gears. For feeding, you have different ranges for cross - feeds, longitudinal feeds, etc. Just set them according to your project requirements. As for safety, keep in mind that the machine has a Prop 65 warning about cancer and reproductive harm, so take proper precautions. When it comes to maintenance, regularly check the bedways and gears for any signs of wear. Clean the splash guard to ensure it can effectively contain chips and coolant. Also, keep the machine clean from dust and debris to keep it running smoothly.