Lathe

Warning! This page is out of date. This lathe belongs to the Pedallers Arms, who will be taking it back soon (Nov 2014). However we have our own new metal lathe, which isn't currently documented here.

The Basics

We've got an APTC 460 lathe. Vital statistics are as follows:

• 1.5hp motor
• 250/650/900/1700 RPM
• 100mm chuck
• 460mm between centers
• MT2 tailstock (currently fitted with a 13mm drill chuck)

Our lathe is suitable for turning metals and plastics. Aluminium, brass, copper, delrin/acetal and nylon shouldn't present any problems. It should be possible to machine mild steel too, though you may find some additional cooling is necessary.

Safety

• Always ensure the chuck key is removed before attempting to operate the lathe.
• Ensure the work is securely fixed in the chuck.
• The lathe will not run unless the guards are in place - this is for your safety, do not try to defeat this.
• Swarf is SHARP - gloves are available in the box by the lathe.
• Don't attempt to start drilling holes with a normal drill in the tailstock chuck - use a centre drill to create a pilot hole first.
• Go and check you removed the chuck key again.

Tools

We currently have:

• A selection of carbide tipped tools
• 2x13mm drill chucks and a live center for the tailstock
• Center drills
• Knurling tool

We'd like:

• Quick change tool post (but we're struggling to find one that'll fit)

Spares

Drive Belt

Gates 5M690