The Skymach CA6280 Heavy Duty Gap Bed Conventional Lathe is a heavy industrial turning lathe engineered for heavy-duty metal turning, large forging machining, oilfield pipe threading, and plant maintenance. Built with a 800 mm swing over bed, 1020 mm swing in the removable gap, 400 mm extra-wide induction-hardened bedways, and a 7.5 kW (10 HP) 24-speed geared headstock, the CA6280 delivers tremendous cutting torque and rigidity for heavy roughing while maintaining precision finishes across steel, alloy forgings, and large cast iron workpieces.
Technical Parameters
| Swing Over Bed | 800 mm |
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| Max Swing Over Cross Slide | 540 mm |
| Max Swing in Gap | 1020 mm |
| Max Length of Workpiece | 750 / 1000 / 1500 / 2000 / 2200 / 3000 / 4000 mm |
| Bed Width | 400 mm |
| Section of Turning Tool | 25 x 25 mm |
| Main Spindle Motor | 7.5 kW (10 HP) |
| Spindle Speed | 16 - 1400 rpm (24 steps) |
| Spindle Bore | Φ52 mm (B: Φ80 mm, C: Φ105 mm) |
| Spindle Taper | No.6 (MT6) [Φ90 1:20 / Φ113 1:20] |
| Number of Feeds | 64 kinds (for each) |
| Range of Metric Threads | 1 - 192 mm (44 kinds) |
| Range of Inch Threads | 2 - 24 tpi (21 kinds) |
| Range of Module Threads | 0.25 - 48 module (39 kinds) |
| Range of Diametral Pitch Threads | 1 - 96 DP (37 kinds) |
| Max Tailstock Spindle Travel | 150 mm |
| Tailstock Spindle Diameter | 75 mm |
| Taper of Tailstock Spindle Centre Hole | No.5 (MT5) |
| Overall Dimensions (W * H * L) | 2550~5800 x 1140 x 1750 mm |
| Machine Weight | 2520 - 4850 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the warranty period for your machines?
We offer a standard 12-month warranty on all our CNC machines, covering the spindle assembly, ball screws, linear guides, CNC controller, and servo drive motors. Extended warranties and customized service plans are available upon request.
Do you provide overseas installation and training?
Yes. Our engineers are available for overseas dispatch to assist with machine installation, commissioning, and comprehensive operator training at your facility. Every machine also ships with English manuals, circuit diagrams, and video setup guides.
What is the typical lead time for an order?
Standard catalog machines ship within 30 days. Custom configurations — such as oversized spindle bores, extended bed lengths, or integrated 4th-axis rotary tables — typically ship within 60 days.
How do you handle spare parts requests?
We maintain a comprehensive inventory of standard spare parts. Genuine replacement components are dispatched via international express (DHL/FedEx) within 48 hours, ensuring minimal downtime for your production line.
