Sharp Industries Inc. is offering the large swing, big bore manual lathe that is ideal for large oil pipe work, heavy shaft turning jobs and large diameter steel rods. The M series lathes are available with swings of 40", 50", 60", 70", and 80", distance between centers from 60" to 315" and spindle bores sizes of 6", 9" and 12".

The Sharp M series machine base is a one piece structure, made from high grade Meehanite casting to maintain durability and maximum stability under heavy cutting conditions. The 32" wide bedways are induction hardened and ground with separate bedways at the front of the bed to support the heavy carriage and apron. This allows better dispersion of cutting force from the carriage. The apron is equipped with a 6-way control of the carriage and cross slide movements. The operator can run the machine next by the apron with great ease.

The cross slide ways are coated with Turcite-B for better oil retention and wear resistance for long time usage. The headstock is designed with 3 point bearing support of the spindle, combined with the large spindle motor, up to 50 HP; it delivers full power for heavy duty machining works.

The rear chuck adapter is available for double chuck mounting. The gears and shafts are made from hardened and ground alloy steel, the spindle is made from forged, chrome alloy material. The fully enclosed gear box allows easy change of inch, metric, MP and DP threads without changing any gears. Coarse inch threads are available up to ¼ TPI. The heavy duty tailstock is available with motorized movement on the quill and the base for ease of operation.