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JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Metal Lathe
- $5,782.00
- Brands JET
- Product Code: 321120
- Availability: In Stock
JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe with Taper Product Overview The JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe is a versatile metalworking machine designed for machining cylindrical components, shafts, bushings, pins, threaded parts, and other precision workpieces. Its 13-inch swing and 40-inch distance between centers provide useful capacity for medium-sized and relatively long workpieces, while the bel..
Precision 13 x 40 Belt Drive Lathe for Metalworking
JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe with Taper
Product Overview
The JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe is a versatile metalworking machine designed for machining cylindrical components, shafts, bushings, pins, threaded parts, and other precision workpieces. Its 13-inch swing and 40-inch distance between centers provide useful capacity for medium-sized and relatively long workpieces, while the belt-drive headstock offers straightforward mechanical spindle-speed operation.
Designed for workshop use, this bench lathe is well suited to maintenance, repair, fabrication, prototyping, toolmaking, and general machine-shop applications. Its manual carriage, cross slide, tailstock, and threading capability allow the operator to perform a broad range of conventional turning operations.
Key Features
- 13-inch swing: Provides clearance for medium-sized workpieces.
- 40-inch distance between centers: Accommodates longer shafts and cylindrical components.
- Belt-drive headstock: Provides mechanical spindle drive and straightforward speed selection.
- Bench-top configuration: Offers substantial machining capability while conserving floor space.
- Taper capability: Supports machining operations involving tapered workpieces when used with the appropriate setup.
- Threading capability: Allows external and internal threading operations with suitable tooling.
- Manual carriage and cross slide: Provide controlled tool movement for turning and facing.
- Adjustable tailstock: Supports longer workpieces and compatible tooling.
- Rigid construction: Helps provide stability and reduce vibration during machining.
- Versatile workholding: Designed to accommodate standard lathe workholding accessories appropriate to the specific model.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | JET |
| Product Type | Belt-drive bench metal lathe |
| Swing | 13 in. |
| Distance Between Centers | 40 in. |
| Machine Configuration | Bench top |
| Headstock Type | Belt drive |
| Application | Metalworking |
| Taper Capability | Yes |
| Carriage | Manual |
| Cross Slide | Manual |
| Tailstock | Adjustable |
| Threading | Yes |
| Typical Applications | Turning, facing, threading, boring, drilling, taper work |
| Intended Use | Professional / advanced workshop |
Specification Note
JET has produced multiple bench lathe configurations with similar 13 x 40-inch dimensions. Exact specifications such as motor horsepower, spindle bore, spindle taper, spindle-speed range, chuck size, spindle nose, thread range, quill travel, electrical requirements, and machine weight can differ by model.
For an ecommerce listing, the JET model or stock number should be verified before publishing those model-specific numerical specifications.
13-Inch Swing Capacity
The 13-inch swing provides approximately 6-1/2 inches of radial clearance between the spindle centerline and the bed.
This gives the machine enough working room for many common machine-shop projects while maintaining a relatively compact overall footprint.
Actual maximum workpiece diameter depends on the workholding setup, tooling, carriage position, and available clearance.
40-Inch Distance Between Centers
The 40-inch distance between centers makes the lathe suitable for longer cylindrical workpieces when the tailstock is used for appropriate support.
Typical applications include:
- Shafts
- Pins
- Bushings
- Spacers
- Rollers
- Rods
- Threaded components
- Machine components
- Long cylindrical parts
Long workpieces should be properly supported to minimize deflection and vibration.
Belt-Drive Headstock
The belt-drive headstock transfers motor power to the spindle through a belt system. This configuration provides a straightforward mechanical drive and allows spindle speed to be selected according to the machining operation.
The appropriate speed should be determined by considering:
- Workpiece diameter
- Material type
- Cutting-tool material
- Cutting depth
- Feed rate
- Desired surface finish
Larger workpieces generally require lower spindle speeds, while smaller-diameter work can typically be performed at higher speeds.
Taper Turning Capability
The lathe's taper capability allows the operator to produce tapered surfaces when the appropriate taper-turning setup is used.
Taper turning can be useful for producing:
- Tapered shafts
- Machine-tool components
- Pins
- Bushings
- Adapter components
- Custom mechanical parts
The exact tapering method and maximum taper capacity depend on the specific configuration and accessories supplied with the machine.
Threading Capability
The lathe is designed to perform threading operations using appropriate tooling and the machine's threading mechanism.
Threading can be used to produce:
- External threads
- Internal threads
- Studs
- Threaded shafts
- Bushings
- Custom fastener components
- Repair parts
Correct gear selection, tool geometry, spindle speed, and feed are important for producing accurate threads.
Carriage and Cross Slide
The carriage provides controlled longitudinal movement of the cutting tool along the workpiece. This is primarily used for turning operations.
The cross slide moves the cutting tool toward or away from the workpiece and is used to control cutting depth and perform facing operations.
Together, these components provide the operator with precise manual control over the cutting process.
Adjustable Tailstock
The tailstock provides support for the free end of longer workpieces and can accommodate suitable centers and drilling accessories.
Tailstock support is particularly valuable when machining long shafts because it reduces the likelihood of workpiece deflection under cutting forces.
The tailstock should be correctly aligned and securely locked before machining.
Bench-Top Configuration
Unlike a large floor-standing engine lathe, the bench-top design allows the machine to be installed on a suitable rigid stand or workbench.
This makes it a practical choice for:
- Small machine shops
- Maintenance departments
- Repair facilities
- Fabrication shops
- Educational workshops
- Prototype shops
- Advanced home workshops
A strong, level mounting surface is essential to maintain machine stability and minimize vibration.
Typical Applications
The JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe can be used for:
- General turning
- Facing
- Boring
- Threading
- Taper turning
- Drilling
- Parting
- Grooving
- Shaft machining
- Bushing production
- Repair work
- Prototyping
- Small-batch production
Suitable Materials
With suitable cutting tools and machining parameters, the lathe can be used with a variety of machinable materials, including:
- Mild steel
- Carbon steel
- Stainless steel
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Bronze
- Cast iron
- Engineering plastics
Tool selection, cutting speed, feed rate, and cutting fluid requirements should be matched to the material being machined.
Why Choose the JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe?
The combination of 13-inch swing, 40-inch center capacity, belt-drive headstock, taper capability, and conventional manual controls makes this JET lathe a versatile solution for general-purpose metalworking.
It provides enough capacity for many medium-sized components while retaining the compact installation requirements of a bench machine. For shops performing maintenance, repair, custom fabrication, and prototype work, this combination can provide a useful balance between capacity and shop footprint.
Safety Considerations
A metalworking lathe contains rotating workpieces, chucks, gears, belts, and cutting tools. Proper operating procedures should always be followed.
Before operation:
- Secure the workpiece firmly in the chuck or between centers.
- Remove the chuck key before starting the spindle.
- Select an appropriate spindle speed.
- Make sure cutting tools are securely mounted.
- Check that the tailstock and carriage are locked or positioned correctly.
- Keep hands, loose clothing, jewelry, and hair away from rotating components.
- Use appropriate eye protection.
- Stop the machine completely before measuring or adjusting the workpiece.
- Disconnect power before performing maintenance or changing machine components.
Summary
The JET 13 x 40 Belt Drive Bench Lathe with Taper is a versatile metalworking machine designed for shops that need substantial turning capacity in a compact bench-top format. Its 13-inch swing and 40-inch distance between centers provide room for medium-sized and longer workpieces, while the belt-drive headstock offers straightforward spindle operation.
With capabilities for turning, facing, boring, threading, drilling, parting, grooving, and taper work, this JET lathe is well suited to machine shops, maintenance and repair facilities, fabrication operations, prototype work, and advanced workshops.
Quick Specifications
- Brand: JET
- Product Type: Belt-drive bench metal lathe
- Swing: 13 in.
- Distance Between Centers: 40 in.
- Configuration: Bench top
- Headstock: Belt drive
- Taper Capability: Yes
- Carriage: Manual
- Cross Slide: Manual
- Tailstock: Adjustable
- Applications: Turning, facing, boring, threading, drilling, tapering, parting, and grooving
Important: The exact JET model/stock number should be confirmed before adding precise specifications for motor horsepower, spindle bore, chuck size, spindle taper, RPM range, thread range, electrical requirements, dimensions, and weight, as these specifications vary among JET 13 x 40 bench-lathe configurations.