JET GH-1880ZX Large Spindle Bore Lathe with ACU-RITE 303 DRO with Collet Closer by JET delivers power, precision, efficiency, and reliability to professional metal shops. Built on a one-piece cast iron base that absorbs vibrations for heavier cuts and greater accuracy, this geared head lathe features a Universal Gearbox that eliminates the need to change gears. With a 3-1/8 in. spindle bore, 7-1/2 HP motor, and a swing over bed of 18 in. with an 80 in. distance between centers, the GH-1880ZX is engineered for serious production work and is backed by the industry-leading JET Two Year Warranty.

Key Features

• Articulating LED work lamp provides focused, adjustable illumination at the work area
• Centrally located controls with jog button for convenient, intuitive operation
• Electronic Chuck Key Holder for improved safety and accessibility
• Five position automatic carriage stop increases productivity by allowing repeatable positioning
• Full length splash guard and coolant return keeps the work area clean and protects the machine
• Large capacity steady rest with ball bearing tips for stable support of long workpieces
• Large easy to use foot brake for quick, safe stopping
• Mounting pads and levelers for secure, level installation
• Removable gap allows large diameter work to be machined
• Tool box and adjusting tools included for immediate use
• One-piece cast iron base absorbs vibrations for heavier cuts and greater accuracy
• Universal Gearbox eliminates the need to change gears, saving setup time
• 12 spindle speeds ranging from 25-1,800 RPM for versatile material removal rates
• 61 inch thread options and 24 metric thread options for broad threading capability
• ACU-RITE 303 Digital Readout (DRO) with Collet Closer for precision measurement and workholding

Specifications

• Stock Number: 321598
• Size: 18 x 80
• Drive: Geared Head
• Motor: 7-1/2 HP, 230/460, 3 Ph
• Number of Spindle Speeds: 12
• Range of Spindle Speeds (RPM): 25-1,800
• Spindle Bore (In.): 3-1/8
• Spindle Mount: D1-8
• Spindle Taper with Sleeve: MT-7 (MT-5)
• Carriage Travel (In.): 74-5/16
• Cross Slide Travel (In.): 9
• Compound Slide Travel (In.): 5-1/8
• Max Tool Size (In.): 1 x 1
• Length of Gap (In.): 12
• Number of Inch Threads: 61
• Range of Inch Threads (TPI): 1-5/8-72
• Number of Metric Threads: 24
• Range of Metric Threads: .05-20
• Number of Longitudinal and Cross Feed Rates: 46/31
• Range of Longitudinal Feeds (IPR): .0015-.0900
• Range of Cross Feeds (IPR): .0006-.0360
• Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) (In.): 136 x 44 x 66
• Country of Origin: China
• Prop 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

What's Included

• Tool box and adjusting tools
• Mounting pads and levelers
• Large capacity steady rest with ball bearing tips
• ACU-RITE 303 Digital Readout (DRO) with Collet Closer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the spindle bore diameter on the GH-1880ZX?

The GH-1880ZX features a large 3-1/8 in. spindle bore, allowing the passage of larger diameter bar stock than standard lathes, making it well suited for heavy-duty production turning work.

What spindle speed range does this lathe offer?

The GH-1880ZX provides 12 spindle speeds ranging from 25-1,800 RPM, giving operators the flexibility to work with a wide variety of materials and cutting conditions.

How many thread-cutting options does this lathe support?

This lathe supports 61 inch thread options with a range of 1-5/8-72 TPI, as well as 24 metric thread options ranging from .05-20, providing exceptional versatility for both inch and metric threading operations.

What safety and convenience features are built into this lathe?

The GH-1880ZX includes a large easy to use foot brake for quick stopping, an Electronic Chuck Key Holder for improved safety, centrally located controls with a jog button for convenient operation, and an articulating LED work lamp to illuminate the work area clearly during machining.