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PM-1440TL / PM-1640TL / PM-1660TL Ultra Precision Lathes

PM-1440TL / PM-1640TL / PM-1660TL Ultra Precision Lathes

$16,999.00 - $19,999.00
$19,999.00
$16,999.00 - $19,999.00
$19,999.00
  • Extremely High Quality Lathe, meant for very high precision work, and suitable for every day use. Perfect for the professional user who is looking for the best available machine
  • 100% Made in Taiwan, no shortcuts taken, built to a very high level of quality
  • Very heavy duty machine, almost 2 tons of iron in these models
  • Priced very, very reasonably when compared with other similar high quality models - and no one out there has the 2.55" Spindle bore. Compare Carefully
  • Excellent machine for industrial shop use, built for daily, all-day use
  • High Precision, Hardened and Ground gears throughout headstock lead to extremely smooth and quiet running for a geared head lathe and very long life
  • Leadscrews Are True Inch Pitch Screws (Not Metric Conversions Like Many), 10 Threads Per Inch (.100” Per Turn)
  • Backed by an industry leading 5 year warranty
  • More Details

PM-1440TL and PM-1640TL - $999 Flat Rate Shipping in the 48 US States

PM-1660TL - $1699 Flat Rate Shipping in the 48 US States

Any accessories ordered with machine at the same time also ship free of charge! (Will automatically calculate at checkout)

Liftgate Delivery is NOT available for this model, must unload by forklift or similar method

Availability:
Available on Backorder
Availability:
In stock
Availability:
Available on Backorder

Lead times for NEW orders as of 4/18/25:
-If showing IN STOCK when model is selected in the "Choose Machine Option" dropdown, that machine model is in our warehouse and available for shipment.
-If showing Available On Backorder, the next available shipment ETA's are listed below:
*PM-1440TL - ETA JULY 2025
*PM-1640TL - WILL UPDATE ONCE CURRENT STOCK SELLS OUT
*PM-1660TL - ETA JULY 2025
NOTE: If machine is in stock, you will be charged in full at time of placement, no matter if ordered through our website, email, or over the phone.
-If this item is showing in stock below, we have them in our warehouse, available for shipment, at the current price shown. Due to temporary tariff related uncertainties, for these models which are on backorder, we are unable to take backorders for this product at this time. We encourage you to choose from our in stock models right now.

PM-1440TL/PM-1640TL/PM-1660TL Main Features

  • Highest Quality Lathes, Made in TAIWAN
  • Large 2-1/2" Spindle Bore clear through spindle for through-headstock work (Actual dimension 2.55", will pass a 2-1/2" bar)
  • No change gears needed for the entire range of Inch and Metric thread pitches
  • Inch AND Metric thread cutting ability is a standard feature
  • True INCH PITCH main lead screw, cross feed, and compound lead screws make it easy to use for the INCH measurement System, yet still has the Metric readings on dials for the ultimate in versatility for any job that may come about
  • Power feed on Carriage and Cross Slide, both left and right, and in-and-out, for both turning and facing operations with automatic feed. Allows for the best surface finish in all directions.
  • Induction Hardened and Precision Ground Bed Ways to resist wear and give a long service life
  • Turcite B coating on carriage for extremely smooth operation and long life
  • All gears and shafts in headstock hardened and precision ground for long life, and precision ground for extremely quiet running
  • Meehanite Cast Iron used for rigidity and vibration dampening
  • Wide 10-1/4" bed provides more stability in heavier work
  • Removable Gap for larger diameter work
  • High quality electronics used throughout machine
  • Slip Clutch on feed rod, to help prevent overloading damage of feeds and allow the use of a solid micrometer carriage stop for repetitive work
  • High Precision Tapered Roller Bearings used in spindle, for the ultimate in long life, high precision, and best surface finishes. Guaranteed Run Out +/- .0001" for ultimate precision
  • One shot lubrication pump on carriage for easier lubrication and longer life
  • Only Extremely High Precision Japanese Spindle Bearings are used
  • Locking Tang in tail stock
  • Longest in the industry, 5 Year Warranty!

PM-1440TL/PM-1640TL/PM-1660TL Standard Accessories

  • High Precision 9” 3 Jaw Chuck, with Bolt On Jaws (can also use soft jaws)
  • D1-6 Camlock Spindle
  • 2.55” (65mm) Spindle Bore
  • L.E.D. Work Light
  • Leveling Pads
  • Complete Cast Iron Base with slide out Chip Tray
  • High Precision (Japan) Spindle bearings, with +/- .0001" Max Spindle Runout
  • Back Splash Guard
  • Reducing Sleeve for Headstock Center
  • 4 Way Tool Post
  • Headstock Dead Center
  • Tail Stock Dead Center
  • Thread Chasing Dial
  • Feed Rod Clutch (To prevent overloading and using carriage stops)
  • Everything Needed for listed Inch and Metric Thread Pitches
  • Steady Rest
  • Follow Rest
  • Coolant System (Single phase coolant pump, for those who want to run the machine with a VFD, no need to change out the pump)
  • Foot Brake
  • 5 Year Warranty

Additional Specifications

  • Compound (top slide) width (Where tool post sits, for tool post sizing) 3.937" (100mm)
  • Leveling bolt thread/size: M16x2.0, 70mm long

Main Specifications

Bed Width
Front-to-back width of lathe bed
10.25 in
Distance Between Centers
Maximum distance between centers
40" , 60"
Gap Insert Length
Length of removable gap insert section of lathe bed, in inches
10 in
Internal Taper
Internal Taper of the headstock spindle
Internal MT4
Quill Tailstock Taper
Taper of the tailstock quill.
MT4
Spindle Bore Diameter
Diameter of Spindle Bore, maximum diameter of through-spindle workpiece, in inches
2.55"
Spindle Centerline to Floor
Distance between the centerline of spindle and the floor, using PM base, in inches
47 in
Spindle Face to Tailstock Quill Face
Maximum distance between face of spindle and face of fully retracted tailstock quill, in inches
44" , 64"
Spindle Length
Chuck mount face to left end of spindle, in inches
24 in
Swing over bed
Maximum diameter of workpiece that can clear bed, in inches
16 in
Swing over cross-slide
Maximum diameter of workpiece that can clear the cross-slide, in inches
10 in
Swing over gap
Maximum diameter of workpiece over lathe bed gap, with gap insert removed, in inches.
23 in
Main (Threading) Leadscrew Pitch 4 TPI
Quill Diameter
Diameter of the quill
2.047" (52mm)
Spindle Mount Type
Mounting system for spindle.
D1-6 Camlock
Swing over bed
Lathe swing over bed
14" , 16"
Swing Over Cross-slide
Maximum diameter of workpiece that can clear the cross-slide, in inches
8" , 10"
Swing Over Gap
Maximum diameter of workpiece that can clear the cross-slide, in inches
21" , 23"
Variant Base
Type of base/stand included with machine.
Cast Iron Base

Travels

Compound Travel
Maximum travel of compound (top slide), in inches
4.94 in
Cross-Slide Travel
Maximum pure Y-axis, in-and-out travel of the cross-slide on the saddle, in inches.
8.75 in
Quill Travel
Maximum extension of quill, in inches.
6 in

Table

DRO Specifications

Power Requirements

Amperage
Minimum Breaker/Circuit/Outlet size required for product
30
Voltage
Voltage Rating
220V
Phase
Phase type of line power supply
3Φ
Power Frequency
Power line frequency compatibility, in Hz
60Hz
Horsepower
Power output of motor, in HP
5
Plug supplied
Type of electrical plug or connection
Direct Wire, no wire or plug included

Motor and Drive

Motor Type
Type of Motor
AC
Drive Type
Drive mechanism to transfer motor power to spindle
Belt Drive
Speed Adjustment
How the speed is adjusted.
Stepped
Spindle Minimum Speed
Minimum Speed of the Spindle, in RPM
36
Spindle Maximum Speed
Maximum Speed of the Spindle, in RPM
1,800
Spindle Speeds
Available speeds for stepped drive machines, in RPM
36, 50, 70, 105, 130, 180, 250, 380, 620, 900, 1200, 1800

Cutting Capacities

Longitudinal Feed Rate Range
X-axis, left or right movement of saddle per revolution of spindle, in inches.
0.002-0.067 IPR
Cross-slide Feed Rate Range
Y-axis, in or out movement of cross-slide per revolution of spindle, in inches.
0.001 -0.034 IPR
Inch Threads
Thread cutting capability for imperial threads.
Choice of 45, from 2-72 TPI
Metric Threads
Threading capability for metric threads
Choice of 39, from 0.2-14 mm pitch
Diametral Pitch
Worm Gear
Choice of 21, 8-44 DP
Module Pitch
Worm Gear
Choice of 18, .3-3.5 MP

Unit Dimensions

Unit Length
Length of product in packaging, in inches
90 in , 110 in
Unit Width
Width of product in packaging, in inches
41 in , 42 in , 44 in
Unit Height
Height of product in packaging, in inches
72 in , 74 in
Unit Weight
Gross Weight of product in packaging, in lbs
3600 lb , 4000 lb , 4500 lb

Shipping Information

Shipping Length
Length of longest dimension of shipping skid or shipping box, in inches.
90 in , 110 in
Shipping Width
Width of shipping skid or 2nd longest dimension of shipping box, in inches.
41 in , 42 in , 44 in
Shipping Height
Height of shipment on skid, or 3rd longest dimension of shipping box, in inches.
72 in , 74 in
Shipping Weight
Approximate shipping weight when crated, palletized, or boxed up and ready to ship, in lbs.
3600 lb , 4000 lb , 4500 lb
Shipping Class
Parcel, Freight, Flat Rate shipping class
SC-F55E , SC-B60E
Liftgate Eligible
Is this product suitable or eligible for Liftgate Delivery Service?
No
HS Code
Harmonized System Code for customs and tariffs
8458.19
Country of Origin
Primary Country of Manufacturing Origin
Taiwan

Machine Footprint

Footprint Depth
Minimum Front-to-Back space needed for clearance of machine, in inches
36 in
Footprint Width X-Axis
Minimum Left-to-Right space needed for clearance of machine, in inches.
109 in
All small accessories ordered with machine ship at no extra charge!

PM-1440TL and PM-1640TL - Flat Rate of $999 Shipping anywhere in the 48 US States.

PM-1660TL - Flat Rate of $1699 Shipping anywhere in the 48 US States.

Shipments to Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, or internationally need to be quoted by our Sales Team.

Liftgate Delivery is not available for any of these machines, this must be unloaded by forklift or similar method supplied by the customer at time of delivery.

Delivery Appointment

If you need the freight carrier to call you to schedule a delivery appointment after the machine arrives at their final terminal, but before attempting delivery of your machine, you will need to request a Delivery Appointment. This is most useful if/when you need to rent a forklift or take off work. This will add 1 day to your shipping time. Scheduling a Delivery Appointment more than 2 days from the date the freight arrives at your local terminal may incur daily storages charges that the customer will be responsible for.

Click here for Manual: PM TL Series Manual

Click here for Parts List: PM TL Series V1.1 2025 01 Parts Pages

Lubrication Information Below:

Headstock: Precision Matthews Premium Machine Tool Circulating Oil, approx. 2 gallons (Mid Sight Glass) Available Here

Thread/Feed Box: Precision Matthews Premium Machine Tool Circulating Oil , approx. 1.5 Qts (Mid Sight Glass) Available Here

Apron: Precision Matthews Premium Slideway Oil. 1.3 Qts (Mid Sight Glass) Available Here

FAQs

Where can I find the full list of frequently asked questions?

Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for a full list of common questions.