====== Precision Matthews Lathe ======

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| **Tool Type:**                  Cutting tool                           |
| **Location:**                   Elings 2442                          |


| **Description:**                Manual lathe                         |
| **Manufacturer:**               Precision Matthews                         |

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===== About =====
This tool is a small lathe capable of manually machining small parts out of metals, woods, and plastic. Standard operations include facing, turning, drilling, or cutting for workpieces with axial symmetry. 

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===== Safety Concerns =====
  * This machine is designed for operation by experienced users familiar with metal-working hazards.
  * Wear safety glasses or face protection when operating this tool.
  * Closed-toed shoes and long pants must be worn during use; tie long hair back.
  * Ensure that both the tool and the workpiece are adequately secured before commencing operation.

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===== Training Documentation =====

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===== Detailed Specifications =====
Distance Between Centers 30″ \\
Spindle Speeds, Infinitely Variable 75-2000 RPM (2 Steps) \\
Travel of Cross Slide: 6″ \\
Travel of Compound: 3″ \\
Tailstock Quill Travel: 4″ \\
Main Motor 1.5HP Variable
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===== Reference Documentation =====
{{ :tools:lathe:lathe_dro_manual.pdf |}} \\
{{ :tools:lathe:lathe_manual.pdf |}}
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