About Dean Smith & Grace Type 1609 Heavy Duty Lathe Machine
Make - Dean Smith & Grace (England)
Model - Type 1609 x 48
Center Height - 215 mm
Max. Length of Job - 1220 mm
Max. Job Diameter over Bed - 430 mm
Max. Job Diameter over Cross-Slide - 225 mm
Spindle Speeds - 20 rpm to 1600 rpm
Bed Width - 340 mm
Chuck Diameter - 250 mm
Spindle Bore - 52 mm
- Motorised Rapid Travels on Carriage & Cross-Slide Movements.
- Graduations are in both Metric (mm) and Imperial (inches).
- Machine is in excellent working condition.
Video of The Machine -
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Exceptional Build QualityBuilt from cast iron and equipped with a hardened alloy steel bed, the Type 1609 lathe provides superior durability and vibration resistance. Precision-ground beds and hardened gears mean ongoing reliable performance, even under intensive workloads.
Versatile Application RangeWith a maximum swing diameter of 400 mm and a carriage travel of 1500 mm, this lathe supports a wide array of tasks: heavy-duty turning, accurate facing, threading (both metric and inch), and drilling. Its sizable 315 mm three-jaw chuck handles large workpieces efficiently, making it suitable for manufacturing shafts and handling heavy fabrication projects.
User-Focused Manual OperationEngineered for skilled machinists, the manually operated control system offers precise adjustments and flexibility. The 12-step spindle speed setting gives operators fine control over materials, supporting cutting speeds up to 2000 mm/min and thicknesses up to 20 mm.
FAQ's of Dean Smith & Grace Type 1609 Heavy Duty Lathe Machine:
Q: How does the Dean Smith & Grace 1609 Lathe ensure reliable heavy-duty performance?
A: The machine is constructed with a precision-ground, hardened steel bed and reinforced cast iron body. Combined with hardened gears, this ensures stable operation, minimizes wear, and delivers consistent accuracy during heavy turning, facing, and threading tasks.
Q: What types of materials and work can this lathe machine handle?
A: The lathe is designed for robust metal turning, shaft manufacturing, and heavy fabrication projects. Its substantial swing diameter, carriage travel, and 7.5 HP power make it ideal for working with various metals, including steel, alloy, and cast iron, with cutting thickness up to 20 mm.
Q: When is this machine most beneficial in a manufacturing environment?
A: This lathe excels in environments where precise, heavy-duty machining is required, such as in tool rooms, production lines for shafts, or fabrication shops demanding consistent and long-lasting mechanical performance.
Q: Where can the Type 1609 Lathe be installed, and what are its electrical requirements?
A: It is suitable for industrial workshops, metal fabrication units, and shaft manufacturing plants. The machine requires a 415 V, 3-phase electrical supply to operate efficiently.
Q: What is the process for changing spindle speeds on this lathe?
A: The operator can select from 12 distinct spindle speed steps, ranging from 20 to 1000 RPM, using the machine's manual gear-operated control system. This flexibility allows quick adjustments for different machining operations and materials.
Q: Can this lathe cut both metric and inch threads?
A: Yes, the Dean Smith & Grace 1609 Lathe supports both metric threading (0.5-14 mm) and inch threading (2-56 TPI), making it versatile for various threading requirements.
Q: What are the main benefits of using this manual lathe compared to CNC options?
A: Manual operation via gear controls enables skilled machinists to have direct precision and tailored adjustments per job. It is particularly beneficial in custom or low-volume runs where flexibility and operator expertise are valued.