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Turnado 280/1500 - Proven classic with extensive standard equipment and powerful motor
Large steady and follow rests are included

Large steady and follow rests are included

Turnado 280/1500 - Proven classic with extensive standard equipment and powerful motor
Large steady and follow rests are included

Turnado 280/1500

SKU : 320559

The machines of the Turnado series are the modern version of the classic lathe. They are characterized by robust construction, a powerful motor and high level of versatility. With the extensive range of standard accessories and options, these machines can be adapted to many production requirements. A modern position indicator is also part of the standard equipment, as is a high-quality quick-change toolholder system. The models in this series have proven themselves many times and have been one of our best-selling conventional lathes for more than 20 years.

  • Classic design with sturdy construction
  • built to last
  • 3-axis position indicator with various turning functions
  • Extensive standard equipment package
Working Area
Center height 11 in
Workpiece length (max.) 56 in
Turning-Ø over support 14 in
Gap bridge length 7 in
Bed width 14 in
Turning diameter over gap bridge 31 in
In-gap diameter over bed 22 in
Details
Equipment with position indicator
Travels
Travel X-axis 12.4 in
Travel Z1-axis 5 in
Swing range of top slide ± 52°
Headstock
Spindle mount Camlock D1-8
Spindle bore 3 in
Spindle taper 7 MT
Spindle speeds (12) 25 - 1.600 rpm
Feed
Feed X-axis 0.00079 in/R - 0.02256 in/R
Feed Z-axis 0.00232 in/R - 0.0648 in/R
Tapping
Tapping, metric-stages 47
Tapping, metric 0.2 mm - 14 mm
Tapping, module-stages 39
Tapping, module 0.0039 in - 0.2756 in
Tapping, withworth (60) 2-112 TPI
Tapping, diametric (50) 4-112 DP
Tailstock
Tailstock taper 5 MT
Tailstock quill stroke 7 in
Tailstock quill diameter 3 in
Tailstock traverse adjustment ± 0.47 in
Drive Capacity
Motor rating main drive 7.4 Hp
Measures and Weights
Overall dimensions (length x width x height) 112 in x 46 in x 53 in
Weight 5.214 lbs

  • Cost-effective, lasting value
  • Practically arranged control panel with ergonomic layout of selection levers
  • Wide bed, ground and hardened
  • Offset tailstock for taper turning
  • Large number of thread leads
  • Removable gap bridge for machining of large parts
  • Stop spindle with adjustable travel stops

3-axis position indicator

  • Resulting in valuable time savings
  • For increased productivity
  • Easy to read display
  • Operator-specific features
  • Convenient keyboard layout
  • Resolution: 0.0004 / 0.0002"
  • Default coordinates
  • Axis position is maintained when display is turned off
  • Hole circle pattern calculation
  • Calculator function
  • Storage for 10 tools
  • Radius / diameter toggle
  • Mm/inch conversion
  • Easy expansion and maintenance-free operation
  • Display for top (Z0) and box way slide (Z1) both separate and in differential / cumulative mode for lathes

3-axis position indicator
3-jaw chuck Ø 12 inch
4-jaw face chuck Ø 14 inch
face plate Ø 17.7 inch
quick tool changer head WC
quick change tool holder WCD 32150
coolant system
steady and follow rests
spindle
fixed splash guard (wall)
chuck guard
foot brake pedal
LED work lamp
reducing sleeve
dead center
thread gauge
operating tools
operator instructions

4-Jaw Lathe Chuck Steel 12 inch

Universal-4-jaw lathe chuck with centric clamping action

  • With short taper mount for Camlock acc. to DIN 55029
  • Can be mounted with using an intermediate flange
  • Chuck body made of steel
  • Hardened and ground scroll chuck
  • Ground chuck jaws
  • High clamping force
  • High concentricity

Includes socket spanner, drill and lathe chuck jaws, Camlock-stud bolts

Additional options available upon request

4-Jaw Lathe Chuck Steel 12 inch SKU: 146483
4-Jaw Lathe Chuck Steel 12 inch

Universal-4-jaw lathe chuck with centric clamping action

  • With short taper mount for Camlock acc. to DIN 55029
  • Can be mounted with using an intermediate flange
  • Chuck body made of steel
  • Hardened and ground scroll chuck
  • Ground chuck jaws
  • High clamping force
  • High concentricity

Includes socket spanner, drill and lathe chuck jaws, Camlock-stud bolts

Additional options available upon request

Quick-Set Spindle Bore Stop Size 9 3.1-3.6 inch SKU: 103025
Quick-Set Spindle Bore Stop Size 9 3.1-3.6 inch
  • For lathes
  • Key length: 940
  • Quick and easy adjustment to any hollow-spindle point
  • Easy adjustment - just tightening with a safety wrench
Tool Holder WCD 32x150 SKU: 103301
Tool Holder WCD 32x150
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCD 32x170 SKU: 103302
Tool Holder WCD 32x170
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCD 40x150 SKU: 103303
Tool Holder WCD 40x150
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCD 40x170 SKU: 103304
Tool Holder WCD 40x170
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCD 45x170 SKU: 103305
Tool Holder WCD 45x170
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCH 50x160 SKU: 103307
Tool Holder WCH 50x160
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCJ 40x160 SKU: 103308
Tool Holder WCJ 40x160
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Tool Holder WCJ 50x160 SKU: 103309
Tool Holder WCJ 50x160
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Cut-off insert holder WCA-A3a SKU: 103310
Cut-off insert holder WCA-A3a
  • Fits all standard German quick-change tool holder
  • Tool holder head and tool holder feature profile-ground gearing
  • Holder height adjustment with a thumb screw
Reduction Sleeve MT 5/2 SKU: 103835
Reduction Sleeve MT 5/2
  • Reducing sleeves are used for tool mounting with Morse taper shanks on lathes, drill presses, and milling machines
  • The sleeves are hardened to ensure a secure hold, and ground inside and outside
Reduction Sleeve MT 5/3 SKU: 103840
Reduction Sleeve MT 5/3
  • Reducing sleeves are used for tool mounting with Morse taper shanks on lathes, drill presses, and milling machines
  • The sleeves are hardened to ensure a secure hold, and ground inside and outside
Reduction Sleeve MT 5/4 SKU: 103845
Reduction Sleeve MT 5/4
  • Reducing sleeves are used for tool mounting with Morse taper shanks on lathes, drill presses, and milling machines
  • The sleeves are hardened to ensure a secure hold, and ground inside and outside
Hydraulic measuring tripod SKU: 108810
Hydraulic measuring tripod
  • Central clamping with 1 rotating knob
  • Hydraulics ensure high clamping force
  • Base 2.5 x 2 x 2.5"
  • Holding power 110 lbs
4-Jaw Face Plate Chuck 12 in SKU: 116674
4-Jaw Face Plate Chuck 12 in

4-jaw face plate lathe chuck with individually advanced clamping jaws

  • With direct mount for Camlock acc. to DIN 55029
  • Can be mounted with using an intermediate flange
  • Chuck body made of cast iron
  • Hardened and ground scroll chuck
  • Ground chuck jaws
  • High clamping force
  • High concentricity

Includes socket spanner, lathe chuck jaws, Camlock bolts

Additional options available upon request

Soft Jaw Pads 12 in SKU: 116692
Soft Jaw Pads 12 in
  • Soft jaw pads are bolted into base jaws
  • Ideal for finishing and precision work
  • Boring of workpiece form directly inside the jaws
  • Already machined parts cannot be damaged during clamping
Clamped Turning Tool Set 0.98 in SKU: 108670
Clamped Turning Tool Set 0.98 in

P25 indexable insert for forged, rolled and tempered steel. All tools with indexable inserts, 1 indexable insert set, tools, specifications, shank height 1"

Includes 8 different clamped turning tools:

  • Turning tool, clamping system C, work piece diam. 60 mm: size: 25x25x140 mm, feed speed: 3937"/min., feed: 0.2-0.4 mm, cutting depth: 4 mm
  • Tapping turning tool 60°, clamping system C: size: 25x20x120 mm, cutting point height: 1"
  • Stepped, right-hand turning tool, plate form S, clamping system M, cutting length 16 mm, incl. chip chute: size: 25 x 20 x 125 mm, feed speed: 80 m/min., feed: 0.6-0.7 mm, cutting depth: 6 mm
  • Curved, right-hand turning tool, plate form S, clamping system M, cutting length 0.63", incl. chip chute: size: 0.98"x0.78"x5", feed speed: 3"/min., feed: 0.016"-0.02", cutting depth: 0.16"
  • Stepped, right-hand inside turning tool, clamping system C: size: 18x18x180 mm, cutting point height: 14 mm, feed speed: 60 m/min., feed: 0,2 mm, cutting depth: 4 mm
  • Curved, right-hand turning tool, plate, plate form S, clamping system C, cutting length 0.63", incl. chip chute: size: 0.7"x0.7"x7", cutting point height: 0.55", feed speed: 2362"/min, feed. 0.007, cutting depth: 0.16"
  • Stepped, right-hand turning tool, plate form S, clamping system M, cutting length 20 mm, incl. chip chute: size: 20 x 20 x 125 mm, feed speed: 3937"/min., feed: 0.4-0.5 mm, cutting depth: 4 mm
  • Female thread turning tool, clamping system C: size: 0.7"x0.7"x7", cutting point height: 1"
Coolant Concentrate 5 Ltr. SKU: 103184
Coolant Concentrate 5 Ltr.
  • Improved chip flow, longer tool service life and better cut profile
  • For sawing, drilling, milling, turning of steel, cast-iron, stainless steel, non-ferrous and light metals
  • Dilute with water 1:20
  • 1 canister contains 5 Liter
Live Center MT 5 SKU: 106760
Live Center MT 5
  • Precision needle bearing
  • Hardened and ground point 60°
Power Worker Metal Cutter SKU: 123040
Power Worker Metal Cutter
  • Universal, quick and mobile use even at limited access locations
  • Safe and clean working environment
  • Reduces risk of injuries caused by sharp metal edges
  • Recyclable due to separable material
  • Stainless steel enclosures and powerful permanent solenoids ensure a long tool life
  • Adjustable rod length
  • Compact dimensions: 14" - 23" long, Ø 1"
  • Low weight: 1.32 lbs
Radius Cutting Head SKU: 103350
Radius Cutting Head

Clamps into the turning tool just like a tool-holder.

  • For inside and outside machining of convex and concave forms
  • For turning of 90°, 180° radius, radius from 0 to 1"
  • Machining depth up to 7 mm in ST50
Knurl Holder SKU: 108520
Knurl Holder
  • Shank H20, B14, total 5.51"
  • Incl. 2 knurl sets, angled 1 mm
Knurl Set, angles SKU: 108521
Knurl Set, angles
Pivoted Mounts LK 6 SKU: 103332
Pivoted Mounts LK 6
  • Damper elements absorb shock and vibration
  • Vibration-free machine operation
  • Set screws allow for easy machine alignment
Indexable Insert Set 0.98 in, 30 pcs. SKU: 108675
Indexable Insert Set 0.98 in, 30 pcs.
  • 5-piece set including indexable inserts
  • Includes the following: Turning tool - right 90°, right 45°, straight, left 90°, left 45°
  • Packaged in a rigid wooden box, including replacement screws and key
3-Jaw Lathe Chuck Steel 12 in SKU: 146374
3-Jaw Lathe Chuck Steel 12 in

Resources & Downloads

  • Turnado 280/1500 Brochure.pdf (0.19MB)

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