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POTISJE PA-30 Lathe
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Hungary, 3519 Miskolc
POTISJE PA-30 Lathe
NARDINI MS 175 E Lead and draw spindle lathe
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STANKO 16-K20 Universal lathe
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Hungary, 1193 Budapest
STANKO 16-K20 Universal lathe
SCHAUBLIN 102-80 lathe with accessories
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Switzerland, 5612 Villmergen
SCHAUBLIN 102-80 lathe with accessories
RYAZAN 1H65-5 Centre Lathe
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Italy, 00071 Pomezia
RYAZAN 1H65-5 Centre Lathe
KAMI DKM 410 L Center Lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
KAMI DKM 410 L Center Lathe
UWM 400 x 1000 DRO Center Lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
UWM 400 x 1000 DRO Center Lathe
HBM 400 x 1000 DRO Center lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
HBM 400 x 1000 DRO Center lathe
AYEL-TECH BT 400 Center lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
AYEL-TECH BT 400 Center lathe
TURNCRAFT 1440 Center lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
TURNCRAFT 1440 Center lathe
TOS TRENCIN SN 55 Centre Lathe
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Czech Republic, 544 01 Dvůr Králové nad Labem
TOS TRENCIN SN 55 Centre Lathe
HEYLIGENSTEDT 220E/1000 Center lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
HEYLIGENSTEDT 220E/1000 Center lathe
HBM 330 x 600 Center lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
HBM 330 x 600 Center lathe
HBM 320 x 900 Professionell Center lathe
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
HBM 320 x 900 Professionell Center lathe
WAGNER LC 200 AX1500 Lathe
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Hungary, 3519 Miskolc
WAGNER LC 200 AX1500 Lathe
WEILER CONDOR B Centre lathe
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Germany, 32312 Lübbecke
WEILER CONDOR B Centre lathe
IXION BS 40 G Column Drill
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
IXION BS 40 G Column Drill
ZMM CU 400 Center lathe
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Germany, 61279 Grävenwiesbach
ZMM CU 400 Center lathe
TOS TRENCIN SV18RD Center Lathe
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Czech Republic, 544 01 Dvůr Králové nad Labem
TOS TRENCIN SV18RD Center Lathe
TOS TRENCIN SV 18 Centre Lathe
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Czech Republic, 544 01 Dvůr Králové nad Labem
TOS TRENCIN SV 18 Centre Lathe
MARTIN KM 200 Lead and draw spindle lathe
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HBM DENTAL 50 Compressor Low-noise
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
HBM DENTAL 50 Compressor Low-noise
HARRISON 600 Center Lathe
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Poland, 76-200 Słupsk
HARRISON 600 Center Lathe
ARNO 160/300 Hydraulic machine vice
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
ARNO 160/300 Hydraulic machine vice
HBM HBM 125 Mounting Band Saw
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
HBM HBM 125 Mounting Band Saw
WMT Kobalt 20-teilig Cobalt cutter set
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Germany, 46342 Velen-Ramsdorf
WMT Kobalt 20-teilig Cobalt cutter set
BURCHHARDT Centre lathe and draw spindle lathe
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COLCHESTER Triumph 2000 Centre Lathe
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United Kingdom (Great Britain), BN14 8NA Worthing
COLCHESTER Triumph 2000 Centre Lathe
COLCHESTER TRIUMPF 2000 Centre lathe
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Germany, 73666 Baltmannsweiler
COLCHESTER TRIUMPF 2000 Centre lathe
CHOLET 550 Lathe
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France, region Oise
CHOLET 550 Lathe
TOS SV 18R Centre Lathe
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Czech Republic, 75002 Prerov
TOS SV 18R Centre Lathe
TOS SU50 1500 Centre Lathe
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Czech Republic, 75002 Prerov
TOS SU50 1500 Centre Lathe
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TOS SV 18RA Lathe
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Czech Republic, 75002 Prerov
TOS SV 18RA Lathe
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H. ERNAULT SOMUA CHOLET 350 LATHE
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France, 71100 Chalon-sur-Saône
H. ERNAULT SOMUA CHOLET 350 LATHE

Centre lathes are frequently used to produce small batches, turn spare parts or for educational purposes. This versatile basic form of universal lathe can be extended with useful features (e.g. thread cutting). Centre lathes differ on many technical parameters, such as turning diameter, turning length, centre height, distance between centres, spindle bore and jaw chuck. At Surplex you can quickly purchase by auction cost-effective used centre lathes -among other machine tools- including modern models from VDF and other manufacturers.

A centre lathe is a machine that makes cylindrical shapes from materials such as steel and heavy-duty plastic. Perhaps the most common use for a lathe is the manufacture of component parts for the combustion engine. The first centre lathes were manual machines that were operated directly by people. In recent years, however, CNC centre lathes have been introduced into large scale production facilities to speed up the process, cut production costs and remove the element of human error. These automated centre lathe operations are controlled by computers which are programmed in advance to carry out specific tasks.

  • It is the simplest and most basic form of the universal lathe
  • Headstock, tool slide, tailstock, workpiece mount, feed and a steady rest are its components
  • Mainly used for maintenance work
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A CNC centre lathe machine is commonly used in the manufacture of component parts for engines. However, a large number of businesses use them primarily for maintenance work. Replacement parts can be produced quickly and accurately by a centre lathe, which means machines being used for the main production process don't have to cease operations. In modern facilities, the centre lathe is deemed too inefficient to be used for mass production processes, but many small companies still rely heavily on them. In order to cut costs, many of these firms purchase second-hand centre lathes. A used centre lathe is every bit as reliable as a brand-new machine, but it can be purchased at a significant discount.

JET Center lathe in operation

Depending on the part being produced, changes are made to three key elements of the manufacturing process: turning speed, cutting depth and feed speed. The turning speed is gradually increased to create a smooth finish. The cutting depth affects the processing speed, as well as how 'rough' the final finish is. The feed speed also affects the 'roughness' of the finish. Generally speaking: the lower the feed speed, the smoother the finish.

The most important component parts of a turning centre lathe are the tool slide, the tailstock, the workpiece mount, the chuck, the feed and the headstock. A manual machine is controlled by a person turning handles on the cross slide and top slide. These handles turn the chuck, which drives the movement that makes the part. The speed of the chuck can be altered by opening the headstock and changing the arrangement of the gears.

Centre lathe processes have changed dramatically over the years. Computers now take charge of production, and modern machines are fitted with a quick-action tool holder. This allows different tools to be used during the same production process through an automated switching process. Human involvement in the manufacturing of a part can be cut significantly, which improves the profitability of the operation.

A workpiece is fixed in the tailstock and clamped into place to ensure it can't move during the manufacturing process. In order to prevent tiny vibrations that can cause irregularities in the finished parts, a bezel can be used. This is particularly effective when working at high speeds or with particularly long workpieces.

The centre lathe is one of the most commonly used metalworking machines in modern industry. While there are many centre lathes for sale in the UK, they often come with a high price-tag. You can save your business money by perusing the latest second-hand centre lathes for sale at Surplex.com. We are often sourcing quality centre lathes from manufacturers such as MAZAK, ERIKSEN, TOS and VOEST ALPINE.

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