Conventional Horizontal Lathes
Basic Plus
SKU : 300809
The Basic Plus is a versatile lathe for
single part production. Due to the large
selection of optional accessories, this
model is the best choice for repair, training
and workshops of all kinds.
Robustness and precision
Compact design with small
footprint
Extensive standard equipment
Quick change tool holder
Assembled 3-axis position indicator
TECHNICAL SPECS
WORKING AREA TAILSTOCK
Center width 810 mm Tailstock quill diameter 32 mm
Turning diameter over bed 300 mm Tailstock taper 3 MT
Turning-Ø over support 178 mm Tailstock quill stroke 100 mm
Bed width 180 mm Tailstock traverse ± 10 mm
adjustment
TRAVELS
DRIVE CAPACITY
Travel X-axis 155 mm
Motor rating main drive 1.1 kW
Travel Z1-axis 95 mm
Swing range of top slide ± 60°
MEASURES AND WEIGHTS
HEADSTOCK Overall dimensions 1.6 m x 0.75 m x 1.27 m
(length x width x height)
Spindle speed 60 - 1550 (9x2) 1/min
Weight 520 kg
Spindle bore 38 mm
Spindle mount Camlock D1-4
Spindle taper 5 MT
FEED
Feed X-axis 0.014 mm/R - 0.38 mm/R
Feed Z-axis 0.052 mm/R - 1.392
mm/R
THREADING
Threading, metric (26) 0,4-7 mm
Threading, whitworth (34) 4-56 TPI
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PRODUCT DETAILS
Hardened and ground headstock gears
Headstock with Camlock D1-4" mount, bore diam. 38 mm, run in 2 adjustable tapered
roller bearings
Adjustable headstock bearing
Tailstock can be moved ± 10 mm for taper turning
Reversing gear reversing gearbox for changing the feed direction
Guides are adjustable via tapered gibs
Cast-iron bed, double v-guide, hardened and ground
Steady and follow rests are included
CONTROLS & SOFTWARE
3-axis position indicator [Link] 3.2
Integrating multiple functions, this new generation of 3 axis digital readouts
significantly offer a much better control over the machining processes, greatly
decreasing down-times and error rates
It features a totally sealed enclosure made of high quality polyester film which protects
it against hazardous enviroments in shop floors, such as dust or fumes and offers
excellent chemical resistance to most commonly used industry solvents
The optical scales provide 5 micron resolution (0.005 mm) with outside cover from
aluminum for protection against oil, coolant and chips.
Basic Functions
Resolution of 0,005 mm
Spindle control ON/OFF
Unit measurement conversion Inch / Metric
Setting / Reseting current position
Coordinate display switching ABS / INC
Radius / Diameter display
Z1/Z2 Axes summing
Quick-action tool holder for fast tool setup Pocket calculator functions
and easy tool changing with 0.01 mm
repeatability Extended Functions
Axis position is maintained when display is turned off
Hole circle pattern calculation
Radius / diameter toggle
Reference function for tool gauging
Taper turning function
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Positioning indicator on X, Z and Z1 axis
3-axis position indicator [Link] 3.2
Quick change tool holder head WA
Quick change tool holder WAD 1675
3-jaw chuck Ø 160 mm
4-jaw face plate chuck Ø 200 mm
Face plate Ø 250 mm
Steady and follow rests
Micrometer stop
Thread gauge
Reducing sleeve
Dead center
Protective shield for the toolpost
Chuck guard
Fixed splash guard (wall)
Work light
Toolbox with operating tools
Operator instructions
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Published on: 13.05.2025.
3 © 2024 KNUTH Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH. All rights reserved
Published on: 13.05.2025.