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Jet E-1236VS, Elite 12x36 EVS Lathe With ACU-RITE 203 DRO and Collet Closer, 892305

 

EVS LATHES COMPACT. POWERFUL. PERFECTION. These lathes pack large lathe features into compact footprints that make them perfect for schools, small shops, and engineering labs. Featuring an Electro-magnetic brake, 3 Jaw Chuck, ball bearing-mounted steady & follow rests and CNC Style Lighting with enclosed splash guard, these lathes are CSA / CUS Certified, and truly are Elite!

Includes Acu-Rite 203 DRO and Collet Closer 892006

Features:

  • Electromagnetic assisted foot brake for rapid braking
  • Inverter drive system provides infinitely variable spindle speeds
  • Steady and follow rest feature double sealed ball bearing guides for smooth material movements
  • Chuck guards are standard equipment on all ELITE lathes for increased safety
  • Front facing chip pan allows easy chip removal from the front of the machine
  • 1-9/16" Spindle Bore
  • Two speed gearbox allows low speeds from 40-365 RPM to high speeds from 165-2000 RPM
  • Hardened and ground gears in headstock reduce vibration and deflection
  • Class 7 precision taper roller bearings keep spindle run out to a maximum of 0.0004
  • Fully lit with CNC style lighting, the enclosed full length splash guard is expertly designed to contain all chips and coolant
  • Overload clutch at feed shaft prevents the carriage from crashing into the chuck
  • Certified Meehanite® castings retain their tolerances and remain rigid through many years of machining
  • Integrated locking tool cabinet in stand on 12" Lathe
  • LED RPM readout allows for precise turning speeds
  • For added safety, the E-1236VS Lathe follows strict guidelines and electrical requirements to be certified by CSA Group
  • Standard Equipment
  • 6" 3-Jaw chuck
  • 10" Faceplate for 12" Lathes
  • 12" Faceplate for 13 & 14" Lathes
  • Steady Rest-Ball Bearing
  • Follow Rest- Ball Bearing
  • 4-Way Tool Post
  • Chuck Guard
  • 4-Position Carriage Stop
  • Threading Dial
  • Coolant System
  • Center Sleeve
  • Dead Center
  • Leveling Pads
  • Tool Box With Tools



Specifciations:

  • Accessory Collet Closer
  • Digital Readout Acu-Rite 203
  • Size 12 x 36
  • Swing Over Bed (In.) 12
  • Swing Over Cross Slide (In.) 7-5/16
  • Swing Through Gap (In.) 17-1/2
  • Length of Gap (In.) 9-1/2
  • Distance Between Centers (In.) 36
  • Spindle Bore (In.) 1-9/16
  • Spindle Mount D1-4
  • Spindle Taper with Sleeve MT5
  • Number of Spindle Speeds Variable
  • Range of Spindle Speeds (RPM) 0 - 2,000
  • Number of Longitudinal and Cross Feed Rates 50
  • Range of Longitudinal Feeds (IPR) 0.0016 - 0.046
  • Range of Cross Feeds (IPR) 0.0005 - 0.015
  • Number of Inch Threads 34
  • Range of Inch Threads (TPI) 2 - 56
  • Number of Metric Threads 34
  • Range of Metric Threads 0.5 - 12
  • Max Tool Size (In.) 1/2 x 1/2
  • Compound Slide Travel (In.) 3-1/2
  • Cross Slide Travel (In.) 6-3/4
  • Tailstock Spindle Travel (In.) 4
  • Taper in Tailstock Spindle MT3
  • Follow Rest Capacity (In.) 1/4 - 1-1/8
  • Steady Rest Capacity (In.) 1/4 - 2-1/2
  • Width of Bed (In.) 7-1/2
  • Motor (HP) 2 HP, 230V, 1 or 3 Ph
  • Amperage Draw @ 230V 1Ph 27
  • Ampearge Draw @ 230V 3Ph 19
  • Coolant Pump Motor 1/8 HP
  • Weight (Lbs.) 1212
  • Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) (In.) 71 x 30 x 60
  • Drive EVS
  • Style (Type) ELITE EVS


Red Assurance 2-year Warranty:

JET Tools warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET or Wilton tools.

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