NEW PRECISION MATTHEWS MACHINERY CO PM-1440HVT-2-CAST-BASE

Highlighted Features
Variable Speed 30-2200 RPM - Comes Standard with Built in variable spindle speed via VFD drive
This machine runs on single OR 3 phase with no modification
Wider 9" bed
2" Spindle Bore
Option of either a heavy duty welded steel base, or upgraded Solid Cast Iron Base (Choose from drop down menu when ordering, either Steel Base, or Cast Iron Base Model - Identical machine otherwise, some people just prefer the extra weight of a cast base for a slight increase in rigidity)
PM-1440HVT-2 Main Features
Highest Quality Lathe, Made in TAIWAN
Large 2” Spindle Bore clear through spindle for through-headstock work
Variable Spindle Speeds – Adjust spindle speed while cutting to dial in for the perfect cutting conditions
Shorter Spindle Length, only 17-3/8″, good for gunsmithing work
Power feed on Carriage and Cross Slide, both left and right and in-and-out, for both turning and facing operations with automatic feed. Allows for the best surface finish in all directions.
Induction Hardened and Precision Ground Bed Ways to resist wear and give a long service life
All gears and shafts in headstock hardened and precision ground for long life and extremely quiet running
FC-25 Meehanite Cast Iron used for rigidity and vibration dampening
Removable Gap for larger diameter work
High quality electronics used throughout machine
Slip Clutch on feed rod, to help prevent overloading damage of feeds and allow the use of a solid micrometer carriage stop for repetitive work
High Precision Tapered Roller Bearings used in spindle, for the ultimate in long life, high precision, and best surface finishes. Guaranteed Run Out +/- .0001″ for ultimate precision
Inch AND Metric thread cutting ability is a standard feature True INCH PITCH main lead screw, cross feed, and compound lead screws make it easy to use for the INCH measurement System, yet still has the Metric readings on dials for the ultimate in versatility for any job that may come about
Splash oil bath lubrication in Headstock, and Apron, for efficient lubrication, and long life, yet simple and reliable, maintenance as with oil pump lubrication systems. Also no risk of losing oil flow to expensive parts as there can be with pump lubricated systems
Only Extremely High Precision Japanese Spindle Bearings are used, NACHI Brand at this time
Locking Tang in tail stock
Longest in the industry, 5 Year Warranty!
PM-1440HVT-2 Standard Accessories
(Machine runs on single or 3 phase, same model can take either input)
Complete One Piece Base with Built In Chip Tray (Your choice of heavy duty steel, or upgrade to cast iron, please choose appropriate model)
L.E.D. Work Light
NACHI (Japan) Spindle bearings, with +/- .0001″ Max Spindle Runout
D1-5 Quick Change Spindle Mount
Back Splash Guard
Reducing Sleeve for Headstock Center
4 Way Tool Post
Headstock Dead Center
Tail Stock Dead Center
Thread Chasing Dial (4” Travel Thread Dial, for easier inch thread cutting)
Feed Rod Clutch (To prevent overloading and using carriage stops)
Everything Needed for listed Inch and Metric Thread Pitches
Steady Rest
Follow Rest
Coolant System
Foot Brake
Belt Cover Interlock Switch
D1-5 Face Plate (12″ Diameter)
(6) Pcs Cast Iron Leveling Pads with Bolts
5 Year Warranty