Baileigh PL-1640 Precision Metal Lathe with DRO, 16" Swing, 40" Length - BA9-1006140
The PL-1640 metal working lathe is the perfect combination of size and power. This precision lathe features a 16" swing and 40" between centers and has features that will allow your shop to grow for years.
The PL-1640 is built to Baileigh industrial's high standards and has everything that a machine shop could want. The PL-1640 has a full cast iron base that is integrated into the main frame of the lathe, making this one of the most rigid lathes on the market. It is powered by a 7.5 hp motor and can turn rpms form 30 to 2000 through its 12 speeds. The PL-1640 metal working lathe is built to withstand years of use in any metal working shop and features precision ground and hardened ways.
The PL-1640 comes standard with a factory installed Mitutoyo DRO (digital read out) for making precise cuts, halogen light, a three jaw chuck, steady rest and follow rest. All this in one complete package.
The perfect combination of size and power, this precision lathe includes a Mitutoyo DRO, a collar stop system, and a heavy cast iron base to ensure accuracy.
- 12 speeds from 30 to 2,000 rpm.
- 7.5 hp motor runs on 220-volt 3-phase power.
- No assembly required.
- Factory-installed Mitutoyo DRO (digital readout) helps you make precise cuts.
- Precision ground and hardened ways will withstand years of use in any metalworking shop.
- 5/8" square indexing tool post.
- Collar system lets you set stops for repeat parts.
- This is a gap lathe, so you can remove a section of the slide to fit a slightly larger diameter.
- Full cast iron base, integrated into the mainframe, makes this one of the most rigid lathes on the market.
- Comes standard with: - 3-jaw chuck.
- Headstock chuck guard with automatic safety switch.
- Steady rest and follow rest.
- Emergency foot brake.
- Flood coolant system (with backsplash guard) to prolong machine life.
- Halogen work light.
 
- Covered by a 1-year parts warranty.
- Lifetime technical support by phone means that you can call Baileigh's team of experienced metalworkers whenever you have questions or need project advice.
Specifications:
| Part Number | PL-1640 | 
| Stock Number | BA9-1006140 | 
| Speed | 30 – 2000 rpm | 
| Spindle Bore | 2.0625" | 
| Threads Diametrical Qty Speed | 32 / 4–32 D.P. | 
| Threads Imperial Qty Speed | 40 / 2–56 T.P.I. | 
| Threads Metric Qty Speed | 53 / .4–14 mm pitch | 
| Threads Module Qty Speed | 44 / .4–7 M.P. | 
| Spindle Taper Sleeve | Morse #4 | 
| Spindle Taper Nose | Morse #6 | 
| Tailstock Quill Dia | 2.125" | 
| Tailstock Quill Taper | Morse #4 | 
| Tailstock Quill Travel | 4.75" | 
| Compound Rest Width | 4.33" | 
| Center Height | 7.086" | 
| Compound Travel | 4.75" | 
| Bed Height | 12.20" | 
| Bed Length | 74.75" | 
| Bed Width | 11.81" | 
| Longitudinal Feeds Metric Qty Speed | 40 / .032 – .640 mm / rev. | 
| Main Motor | 7.5 hp | 
| Longitudinal Feeds Imperial Qty Speed | 40 / .0012" – .0252" / rev. | 
| Lead Screw Diameter | 1.25" | 
| Lead Screw Thread Pitch | 4 T.P.I. | 
| Max. Swing In Gap Length | 6.125" | 
| Max. Swing Over Bed | 16" | 
| Max. Swing Over Cross Slide | 9.45" | 
| Max. Swing In Gap Dia | 23.42" | 
| Cross Feeds Imperial Qty Speed | 40 / .0006" – .0126" / rev. | 
| Cross Feeds Metric Qty Speed | 40 / .015 – .320 mm / rev. | 
| Cross Slide Travel | 9" | 
| Cross Slide Width | 7.08" | 
| Cutting Tool Max Section | .625" x .625" | 
| Distance Between Centers | 40" | 
| Feed Rod | .708 dia. | 
| Power | 220V / 3-phase | 
| Shipping Weight | 3,940 lbs. | 
| Shipping Dimensions | 90" x 37" x 81" | 
 
             
                         
                            
 
                 
                 
                 
                