Jet Metal Lathe

Jet Metal Lathe

The Jet bench lathe is a full function metal lathe. It can cut metals, including steel (with appropriate cutting tools), cut threads (both right and left handed), perform facing operations, knurling, and boring with the right tooling.

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    About

    Features:

    • Spindle supported by precision tapered roller bearings
    • Hardened and ground bedways
    • Power longitudinal feed allows threading
    • Standard 1-1/2 in. x 8 TPI spindle mount allows for many aftermarket accessories
    • Reversing switch included for added versatility
    • Backlash adjustments provided throughout the carriage
    • Tailstock is adjustable for taper cuts
    • Quick-change gear box provides wide range of inch and metric threads

    Safety

    Important safety information.

    • Wear Safety Glasses
    • Never leave the chuck wrench in the chuck!
    • Never operate while wearing loos clothing or jewelry

    Getting Started

    Materials

    • Wood
    • Plastic
    • Metals

    Power and Speeds

    • 3/4 HP motor
    • 130 - 2000 RPM range
    • 30 Different inch threads from 8 to 60 threads per inch
    • 18 Different metric threads from 0.4 to 3.5

     

    Tips and Tricks

    To change the chuck see the Chuck Changing Video on youTube.

    Centering stock in a 4-jaw chuck is described in Centering in a 4-Jaw Chuck.

    The drive belt is a Gates 5M710, available on Amazon.

    Notes

    Owner Herman C.
    Manufacturer
    Jet
    Model BD-920W
    Serial # 110901782
    Product
    Website
    EReplacement Parts
    Instructions Jet BD-920W Lathe Manual
    Replacement
    Cost
    $199
    Size/Volume 9 inch diameter, 20 inch length