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JET GHB-1340A Geared Head Bench Lathe with FREE Stand

Part #: GHB-1340A
Ships From: Factory shipped
Lead Time: Usually ships within 1-2 weeks
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Price: $13,022.79
Sale Price: $10,599.99
  • Multiple configuration options available
  • 2hp 230v single phase motor
  • 13 x 40 inch capacity
  • Great for hobbyist or job shops
FREIGHT:
Freight
WARRANTY:
Jet Red Assurance
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BRAND:
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DESCRIPTION

The 13 x 40 lathe is a staple machine in most job shops and the JET GHB-1340A Geared Head Bench Lathe is ready for yours. It features an enclosed gearbox that ensures smooth and quiet operation and its precision roller bearings support a hardened and ground spindle, allowing for tight tolerances essential in high-quality machining.

The headstock is continuously oiled during operation, minimizing maintenance needs, and all JET lathes come with the industry-leading JET Red Assurance Two-Year Warranty. Additional features include an independent lead screw and feed rod, apron-mounted spindle actuation control, and option to offset the tailstock for taper turning, ensuring versatility and precision in various machining tasks.

This lathe is equipped with a 6 inch 3-jaw direct mount chuck with a top reversing jaw, a steady rest, follow rest, LED work light, and a FREE stand with built in storage. Optional accessories can be found in the options drop down or on the accessories page and include ACU-RITE or Newall digital read out options, taper attachment, collect closer, and more.

Not seeing the configuration you want or have additional questions? Reach out to us by phone or email and one of our knowledgeable sales staff would be happy to help.

    Capacities:
  • Swing Over Bed: 13 inches
  • Swing Over Cross Slide: 7-25/32 inches
  • Swing Through Gap: 18-3/4 inches
  • Length of Gap: 8 inches
  • Distance Between Centers: 40 inches

    Headstock:
  • Hole Through Spindle: 1-3/8 inch
  • Spindle Nose: D1-4
  • Taper in Spindle Nose: MT-5
  • Spindle Taper Adapter: MT-3
  • Spindle Bearing Type: Taper Roller Bearing
  • Number of Spindle Speeds: 8
  • Range of Spindle Speeds: 70-2000 RPM

    Gearbox:
  • Number of Longitudinal and Cross Feed Rates: 22/22
  • Range of Longitudinal Feeds (inch/rev): 0.0018 – 0.0374
  • Range of Cross Feeds (inch/rev): 0.0006 – 0.0130
  • Number of Inch Threads: 38
  • Range of Inch Threads: 3-1/2 – 80 TPI
  • Number of Metric Threads: 23
  • Range of Metric Threads: 0.45 - 10mm
  • Leadscrew: 7/8 in. × 8 TPI
  • Feed Rod Diameter: 3/4 inch

    Compound and Carriage:
  • Toolpost Type: 4-Way
  • Maximum Tool Size: 5/8 x 5/8 inch
  • Maximum Compound Slide Travel: 2-11/16 inches
  • Maximum Cross Slide Travel: 6-5/16 inches
  • Maximum Carriage Travel: 35 inches

    Tailstock:
  • Tailstock Spindle Travel: 3-3/4 inches
  • Diameter of Tailstock Spindle: 1-1/4 inches
  • Taper in Tailstock Spindle: MT-3

    Miscellaneous:
  • Steady Rest Capacity: 1/4 – 2-5/8 inches
  • Follow Rest Capacity: 1/4 – 2-3/4 inches
  • Length of Bed: 54 inches
  • Width of Bed: 7-3/8 inches
  • Height of Bed: 12 inches
  • Overall Dimensions: 79 x 28-1/2 x 30 inches (LxWxH)
  • Main Motor: 2HP, 1PH, 230V only
  • Net Weight (approx.): 1155 lbs 1210 lbs.
  • Shipping Weight (approx.): 1365 lbs 1430 lbs.


Warranty:

2 year manufacturer's warranty

INCLUDES

  • JET GHB-1340A Geared Head Lathe
  • Stand
  • 6 inch 3 Jaw Chuck
  • 8 inch 4 Jaw Chuck
  • 12 inch Face Plate
  • Steady Rest
  • Follow Rest
  • Tool Box


Additional options:
  • ACU-RITE or Newall DRO (Digital Read Out)
  • Taper Attachment
  • Collect Closer

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