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Ajax AJL560-230 x 5,000 Lathe

Heavy-Duty Universal Gap Bed Centre Lathes

Ajax offers a comprehensive range of heavy-duty universal gap bed centre lathes, with bed lengths of up to 8 metres and swing diameters up to 2,200 mm. This extensive capability ensures we can supply the exact lathe you need—whatever the size or scope of your turning application.

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Engineered for Performance and Versatility

Our heavy-duty lathes are rigidly constructed and engineered to handle deep cuts in tough materials with ease. Designed for durability and precision, these machines are ideal for demanding industrial applications.

A wide range of optional features is available, including:

  • Chucks (3 or 4-jaw)
  • Steady rests
  • Digital Readout (DRO) systems
  • Taper turning attachments
  • Tool posts and tool post grinders

This flexibility makes Ajax lathes capable of tackling virtually any turning task.

All machines are CE & CA marked, ensuring full compliance with international safety and quality standards.

Main features include.

  • Induction hardened and ground one piece beds with Turcite B antifriction slides.
  • 4 way toolpost.
  • Easily selected spindle speeds in geometric progression.
  • Headstock gears are case hardened and “Reishauer” ground splined shafts which turn on roller bearings.
  • The universal gearbox is totally enclosed and provides a range of metric or imperial threads.
  • Saddle gearbox enables selection of feed to x and y axis, or to screw cutting and is available in left or right hand form.
  • CE mark.

Options.

  • 3 and 4 jaw chucks.
  • Quick-change tool post.
  • Fixed & Traveling Steadies,
  • Revolving centres.
  • Taper turning.
  • Face Plates.
  • 2 or 3 axis digital readouts.
AJL480 x 2000 Centre Lathe Introduction

Delivery, Installation & Training – We’ve Got You Covered

Our trusted delivery partners can transport and offload your machine using a variety of methods tailored to your site—whether that’s with a Versa-Lift or machine skates for precise positioning.

Once the machine is in place, our fully trained engineers will:

  • Level and commission the machine
  • Ensure everything is running correctly and safely
  • Provide comprehensive training on operation and basic maintenance

From delivery to production, we support you every step of the way.

📞 Get in touch to arrange delivery and installation.

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