What is the back gear used for on a lathe?

The back gear mechanism is an additional part of the belt drive lathe. It is used to obtain a slower & wider range of spindle speeds, back gear disengagement & engagement. As the name implies, “back gear” is a gear mounted at the back of the headstock.

Is South Bend Lathe company still in business?

South Bend Lathe continues to manufacture the legendary 10K and Heavy 10 lathes as well as a broad range of sizes of other lathes that cover all size users up to the heavy industrial machine shops. It is currently located in Bellingham, Washington.

How do I identify a South Bend Lathe?

The serial number is stamped on the tailstock end of the bed between the flat- and v-ways. It is used to determine the size and type of lathe, plus any special features or attachments.

How much does a southbend 9a weigh?

Approx. Shipping Weight: 1,250 Lbs.

Which gear is used in lathe machine?

In lathe machine , spur gear pair in the gear box perform the most important mechanism of transmitting motion and power and reduction of the noise and vibration in this part can increase the production process and also high accurate jobs on lathe machine can be produced.

How do you date a southbend lathe?

South Bend Lathe serial numbers are stamped on the front tailstock end of the bed, between the flat and V-ways. Records show that lathes were first numbered sequentially, beginning approximately, with number 700, in July 1910.

How much does an old South Bend lathe weigh?

For the old machines, the smallest South Bend 3′ bed (16″ between centers) model has a shipping weight of 355 pounds, whereas the largest 4-1/2′ bed (34″ between centers) is 430 pounds.

How heavy is a South Bend lathe?

South Bend SB1007 – Heavy 10™ 10″ x 30″ Gearhead Lathe Shipping weight: 645 lbs.

What is significance of back gear arrangement?

As its name implies, “back gear” is a gear mounted at the back of the headstock that allows the chuck to rotate slowly with greatly-increased turning power.