Compact yet powerful, the Elite EVS lathes are a perfect fit for schools, small shops, and engineering labs. These lathes come with certified Meehanite® castings, an electro - magnetic brake, a three - jaw chuck, ball - bearing - mounted steady and follow rests, and CNC Style Lighting with an enclosed splash guard. They're CSA/CUS Certified. Key features include a 4 - Position Carriage Stop, standard chuck guards for safety, a front - facing chip pan for easy chip removal, hardened and ground headstock gears to reduce vibration, an integrated locking tool cabinet on the 12' Lathe, an inverter drive system for infinitely variable spindle speeds, an LED RPM readout for precise turning, and a two - speed gearbox with a wide speed range. Specifications: Stock Number JT9 - 892316, Compound Slide Travel 3 - 1/2 inches, Drive EVS, etc.
Using this lathe is straightforward. First, make sure it's properly installed on a stable surface. Before starting, check the chuck guards are in place for your safety. You can adjust the spindle speed using the inverter drive system and monitor it with the LED RPM readout. When using the lathe, use the 4 - Position Carriage Stop to control the carriage movement. For chip removal, simply access the front - facing chip pan. Regarding maintenance, regularly clean the machine to prevent chip build - up. Check the headstock gears periodically for wear and tear. Also, make sure to follow the safety warnings about Prop 65. Keep the machine in a dry environment and lubricate moving parts as needed to ensure smooth operation.
