Precision Matthews, PM-1340GT Ultra Precision Lathe

Main Specifications PM-1340GT:

• Type: Geared Head
• Model: PM-1340GT
• Max. Swing over bed: 13″
• Max. Swing over cross slide: 6-1/2″
• Max. Swing in gap: 19-1/8″
• Gap Insert Length: 7-3/4″
• Spindle Face to Gap End: 5-1/2″
• Spindle Face to Tailstock Quill Face: 40″ max
• Center Height: 6.5″
• Spindle Center Line Distance from Floor: Approx. 46”
• Max. Distance Between Centers: 40″
• Width of Bed: 7-1/2”
• Bed Height: 11.5”
• Spindle Bore: 1-9/16”
• Spindle Taper, Internal: MT #5
• Spindle Mounting System: Cam Lock, D1-4
• Spindle Speeds: 90-1600 RPM, 12 Steps
• Bed Length: 63-3/4″
• Lead Screw Diameter / Pitch: 7/8” / 8 TPI
• Feed Rod Diameter: 3/4”
• Inch Thread Cutting Range: 4-112 TPI, 40 Different Threads
• Metric Thread Cutting Range: .25-7.5mm Pitch, 24 Different Threads
• Longitudinal Feed Range (Left and Right): .002-.02 Inches Per Revolution
• Cross Feed Range (In and Out): .001-.01 Inches Per Revolution
• Spindle Length through headstock, Protruding End to D1-4 Chuck Mounting face: 13-3/4”
• Spindle Length through headstock, Protruding End to 3 Jaw Chuck face: 17-1/4”
• Cross Slide Travel: 6-3/4”
• Compound Travel: 3-1/2”
• Tail Stock Quill Diameter / Travel / Taper: 1-9/16” / 4” / MT#3
• Main Motor Horsepower: 2 HP
• Power Requirements: 208 to 240 Vac, 60 Hz, 1 or 3 phase (Choose phase option when purchasing, both recommend a 20A Circuit)
• Power connection: Direct wire in to cabinet on the rear side of the headstock
• Machine Dimensions, Assembled with stand: 52”H x 29”W x 70”L
• Machine Weight, without stand: 1100 LBS
• Machine Weight, With Steel Stand: 1350 LBS

Main Features

• Highest Quality Lathe, Made in TAIWAN
• Large 1-9/16” Spindle Bore clear through spindle for through-headstock work
• Short Spindle Length, only 13-3/4″, perfect for gunsmithing work
• Extra thick spindle wall for extra rigidity, almost double when compared with most other
machines in this size
• 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
• All shafts in headstock hardened and ground along with gears which are precision ground, set in with a close tolerance fit, which leads to longer life and quiet running when compared with other geared head lathes
• Inch AND Metric thread cutting ability is a standard feature, NO CHANGE GEARS for any
inch thread or feed rate, only change gears required are for Metric threads
• 4” Travel Thread Dial, 32 tooth gear on thread dial, 8 TPI Main Leadscrew for easier threading
using the half nut / thread dial
• Large diameter, extra thick wall tail stock quill for more rigid and accurate tail stock operations,
Locking Tang in tail stock is provided
• Removable Gap for larger diameter work when needed
• High quality electronics used throughout machine, very reliable contactors, motors, etc.
• Slip Clutch is standard on feed rod, to help prevent overloading damage of feeds and allow the
use of a solid carriage stop for repetitive work
• 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
• 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
• Splash oil bath lubrication in Headstock, and Apron, for efficient lubrication, and long life, yet
simple and reliable, and does not require any filter changes or pump maintenance as with oil
pump lubrication systems. Also no risk of losing oil flow to expensive parts as there can be with
pump lubricated systems
• Only Extremely High Precision Spindle Bearings are used, NACHI (Japan)
• Longest in class, 5 Year Warranty

Standard Accessories:

PM‐1340GT Standard Accessories: (Machine is available in either single or 3 phase, select from drop down when ordering)

1. Back Splash Guard
2. L.E.D. Work Light
3. High Precision NSK Spindle Bearings, +/‐ .0001” Spindle Runout Max
4. 4 Way Tool Post
5. Threading Dial (4” Travel Dial, 32 Tooth)
6. Reducing Sleeve for headstock
7. Dead Center for Headstock
8. Steady Rest
9. Dead Center for Tailstock
10. Follow Rest
11. Feed Rod Clutch
12. Chip Tray
13. Misc. Tools for operation
14. D1‐4 Camlock Quick Change Spindle
15. Belt Cover Interlock Switch
16. D1-4 Face Plate (10″)
17. 5 Year Warranty

*Note, chucks are not included standard, please select chuck option from the optional accessories if you need a chuck with your machine

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