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SKU: 1032

WM280V Lathe Inverter Drive Variable Speed

Regular price £2,995.00

Incl. VAT

  • Precise variable speed lathe
  • Inverter drive system with AC motor
  • Integrated power feed
  • Digital rev counter
  • Includes FREE Accessories
  • Tested for Accuracy - Report Supplied
  • Excellent Spare-Parts Availability
  • 12-Month Warranty
  • Fast & FREE DELIVERY to UK mainland
  • Questions & Support on Tel: 01428 682929


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Description

Warco WM 280V Variable Speed Lathe

This machine features uprated specification throughout, the WM 280V features Delta inverter drive with AC induction motor for ultra reliable long term performance. Featuring the ability to go as low as 30 rpm - ideal for thread cutting, with great torque in the low speed range. With power cross feed, thread dial indicator, digital rev counter and 700mm between centres.

Features include

  • Dedicated feed shaft for longitudinal and cross feed
  • Separate leadscrew for thread cutting functions
  • Wide, double vee bedway - which is hardened and ground for maximum durability
  • Extremely quiet and vibration free operation
  • Adjustable gibs to slideways
  • Offset facility to tailstock
  • Large cross slide with two full length tee slots
  • Tailstock quill engraved metric and imperial
  • Metric and imperial thread cutting
  • Reversible leadscrew for left hand threading
  • Power cross feed system
  • Low 30 rpm speed at the low range, ideally suited to thread cutting
  • Dependable Delta inverter drive with AC induction motor
  • Overload clutch to feed shaft

Supplied with a large range of tools and accessories, including

  • Swarf tray
  • Rear splash guard
  • Face plate
  • Three jaw 125mm self centre chuck with inside and outside jaws
  • Four jaw 125mm independent chuck
  • Interlock chuck guard
  • Fixed steady
  • Travelling steady
  • Two dead centres
  • Compound slide
  • Thread dial indicator
  • Toolbox with tools

Full specification

Machine: 1032

WM280V

Product Dimensions:

 
Weight 220kg
Length x Width x Height 1380 x 675 x 520mm
Tray Length x Width  1270 x 420mm

Shipping Dimensions

 
Length x Width x Height (no DRO) 1410 x 705 x 635mm
Length x Width x Height (DRO version) 1410 x 705 x 635mm

Power/Motor

 
Motor size 1.5kw
Power Transfer (GH) gearbox or (VS) variable speed VS
Spindle speeds (No: and achievable speeds) (2) 30-450 / 150-2500rpm
Voltage (240v single) (440v 3 Phase) 240v Single
Fitment (Plug connection type) 3 Pin Plug
Current 50Hz 6.4A

Main Specifications

 
Maximum swing 280mm
Centre height 140mm
Distance between centre’s 680mm
Longitudinal travel (Z) 440mm
Cross slide travel (X) 170mm
Top slide travel (fine Z) 70mm
Spindle taper  MT4
Tailstock Taper MT2
Tailstock quill travel 85mm
Spindle Bore 26mm
Tool shank size recommended for C/L 12mm
Metric and imperial threads Yes
Chuck mount Flange
Spindle Bearings  /Drive Taper roller bearings

Other Specifications

 
Country of origin China
Warranty 12 Months
Approximated assembly and setup time 30 mins
CE approved Certificate Yes, available upon request

Additional products

 
Optional stand 3214DL
Optional Digital Read Out Kit 8123
X scale 5105 - 200mm
Z Scale 5110 - 450mm
Chuck mount sizes A= 52 Taper B=102 C=74.5 D=11mm 
Base/tray fixing holes dimensions A-B-C-D A= 157 B= 210 C=830 D=76 mm

If the stand is purchased without a machine it will incur a delivery charge as listed in the menu above.

Buying a WM 280V

  • You can  buy with confidence from Warco - we've selling lathes just like this for four decades now, and have always prided ourselves on our after sales service.
  • We have a hugely comprehensive range of spare parts available for this lathe, should you ever need anything, and for complete peace of mind, each machine comes with a 12 month warranty.
  • Each lathe is tested by a qualified member of our team before leaving our premises, and will be supplied with an individual accuracy test report.
  • Very robust lathe with extremely high levels of accuracy and precision.
  • As with our entire range of machines, the WM 280V is supplied fully assembled and ready to go. Once it arrives via our free delivery service, simply plug in and enjoy your new lathe.
  • Lathe price include UK mainland delivery.

  

Delivery & Returns

Postage and packaging within mainland UK is free for orders over £50 for the majority of orders, with the following exceptions:

  • Machinery weighing 500kg or more - delivery price varies according to size, weight and location; subject to quote.
  • Spare parts - minimum delivery charge is £4.50.
  • Stands or trays ordered without a machine - delivery price is £50, but there's no extra charge if ordered at the same time as a machine.
  • Used machinery - delivery price varies according to size, weight and location.
  • For orders under £50 - UK mainland delivery is £6.50.

Returns - what happens if I need to return something?

All you need to do is contact us and we'll arrange the rest. You can find more information about returns including return eligibility here.

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