The C3 Precision Compact Metal Lathe (Model: F-1835) is an exceptional, bench-mounted machining station engineered for model engineers, restoration hobbyists, instrument makers, and farm workshop DIYers.
Delivering industrial metalworking accuracy within a highly compact footprint, this rigid mini lathe features an all-metal gear-driven spindle assembly and a fully variable-speed motor.
Perfect for turning steel, brass, aluminium, and plastics, it allows you to machine precision bushes, custom pins, spacers, and intricate threaded fasteners entirely on-site.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Part No. | C3 |
| Model Code | F-1835 |
| Power Supply Requirement | 240V / 50Hz (Standard 10A House Plug) |
| Motor Power Output | 350W High-Torque Motor |
| Spindle Speed Range | Variable 100 – 3000 RPM |
| Speed Monitoring | Integrated Digital Spindle Readout Screen |
| Drive Configuration | All-Metal Gear Drive Assembly |
| Recommended Gearbox Oil | SAE50 85W-90 (e.g., Castrol TFC 450) |
| Distance Between Centres | 350mm |
| Centre Height Clearance | 90mm |
| Swing Over Bed | 180mm |
| Spindle Bore Diameter | 20mm Clear Pass-Through |
| Spindle Nose Taper | 3MT |
| Tailstock Taper | 2MT |
| Cross Slide Tool Travel | 65mm |
| Compound Slide Tool Travel | 55mm |
| Turning Tool Size Compatibility | 8mm Shanks |
| Thread Cutting Range (Metric) | 0.4mm – 2.0mm Pitch |
| Thread Cutting Range (Imperial) | 12 – 52 TPI (Threads Per Inch) |
| Assembled Bench Footprint Dimensions | 80cm (L) x 30cm (W) x 30cm (H) |
| Net Unit Weight | 44kg |
| Shipping Crate Weight / Gross Mass | 52kg |
| Shipping Packing Dimensions | 86cm (L) x 37cm (W) x 34cm (H) |
Features
Variable Speed & Digital Readout:
Powered by a responsive 350W motor delivering a highly adjustable 100 to 3000 RPM range, monitored via a crisp digital spindle speed readout screen.
Compact Machining Envelope:
Offers an optimized capacity with 350mm distance between centres, an 180mm swing over bed clearance, and a robust 20mm clear spindle bore.
Dual Metric & Imperial Threading:
Ships fully equipped with high-tensile swap-out change gears to smoothly cut a broad range of threads (0.4–2.0mm Metric and 12–52 TPI Imperial).
Rugged All-Gear Drive:
Features a hard-wearing gear drive configuration requiring premium lubrication (SAE50 85W-90, such as Castrol TFC 450) to ensure continuous thermal stability and smooth torque delivery.
