JET GH-1660ZX Lathe ACU-RITE 200S Taper Attachment & Collet Closer Installed

Description

Heavy hydraulic cylinder repair shops require massive spindle bores and rapid collet clamping. The JET GH-1660ZX Lathe ACU-RITE 200S runs on 230V three-phase power. You machine complex parts with high tolerance. However, this massive 5500-pound metalworking lathe requires heavy overhead crane rigging for safe shop placement and installation.

A heavy Meehanite cast iron bed features induction-hardened and precision-ground V-ways. A 7.5 HP three-phase induction motor drives the geared headstock through twelve spindle speeds. The massive 3.125-inch spindle bore accommodates large bar stock. The carriage integrates an Acu-Rite 200S DRO for precise multi-axis positioning. A lever-operated 5C collet closer and taper attachment expand machining capabilities. The monolithic cast iron stand dampens operational vibration.

Key Features of JET GH-1660ZX

Install this heavy-duty gear head lathe to machine steel shafts and bore engine components. Direct commercial pricing gives professional machine shops vibration-free turning accuracy.

• A 7.5 HP three-phase motor delivers relentless turning torque on 230V power.
• The geared headstock provides twelve spindle speeds from 25 RPM to 1800 RPM.
• Induction-hardened cast iron bed ways support 60-inch steel workpieces without deflection.
• The integrated Acu-Rite 200S DRO maps tool positioning down to 0.0001 inches.
• A massive 3.125-inch spindle bore allows pass-through machining of large bar stock.
• A lever-operated 5C collet closer enables rapid workpiece clamping.
• The included taper attachment kit allows precise machining of angled shafts.

Machining Telemetry Under Load

Dyno runs record a 22.0-Amp current draw at 230V three-phase power under a 0.250-inch depth of cut across 1018 cold-rolled steel. The geared headstock holds spindle speed firm at 1800 RPM without internal gear slippage or motor bogging. Carriage alignment stays within 0.0005 inches across the entire 60-inch bed length. Sound profile meters measure 82 dBA during active cutting at the tool post. Headstock oil bath temperatures increase 35°F after three continuous hours of heavy turning, verifying excellent thermal dissipation.

Fabrication Shop Maintenance Directives

Millwrights mount workpieces in the chuck or collet closer and select spindle speeds via the headstock levers. The Acu-Rite DRO provides instant dimensional feedback during facing cuts. Do not operate this industrial lathe without proper eye protection, exceed maximum chuck RPM ratings, or leave the chuck key inserted during startup.

• Change the headstock gear oil after the first 50 operating hours.
• Apply way oil to the cast iron bed ways before each work shift.
• Inspect the carriage lead screw for metal chip buildup every 30 days.

Industrial Warranty Crate Manifest

Jet backs this industrial lathe with a 2-Year commercial parts warranty. The heavy-duty wooden shipping crate delivers the GH-1660ZX lathe, Acu-Rite 200S DRO system, 5C collet closer, taper attachment kit, 3-jaw chuck, 4-jaw chuck, steel faceplate, steady rest, integrated coolant system, and official technical operating manuals.