Find the user manual you need for your tools and more at manualsonline. New sn database to add your serial number to the sbl workshop database, email your information to. Parts for south bend lathes are economically produced in our. South bend lathe care of machine tools that are not in use form 1038 1. Circa 1936, south bend machines were used in many universities and technical schools throughout the united states. Founded in 1906 in south bend, indiana, south bend lathe, at one time, controlled almost half of the u.
A guide to renovating the south bend lathe for models 10l and 10r known as the heavy 10, 14. The south bend lathe works was established in south. This manual contains information on lubrication, adjustments, maintenance, and controls as well as a complete parts list with exploded view diagrams for all lathes. It seems like a common part today, but it is actually possible to do threading well without the dial and the version of how to run a lathe. Each south bend lathe may use a different kind of wiper, so customers need to look up the serial number of their lathe machine to determine the right wipers to purchase from south bend 9 or lite 10 lathe felt wipers to south bend lathe felt wipers. It covers everything shown in the contents section listed below and more. The lathe represented in this manual is a modern day version of the screw cutting lathes that trace their roots back to the 1700s, which were themselves technological improvements of the bow lathe that can be traced back thousands of years to the ancient egyptians. Spec ification sheet pdf manual pdf parts list pdf buy parts add to wish list california proposition 65 warning south bend sb10f 14 x 40 electronic variablespeed 440v toolroom lathe with fagor dro. For less than that you can get one of the better made taiwan imports and some tooling. The catalog number is a portion of the number located on the index plate on the gear box of the lathe. For serial numbers 1201 and higher south bend lathe. Lathe accessories parts manual a lot of people didnt realize the the threading dial was an accessory.
The lathe represented in this manual is a modern day version of the screw cutting lathes. Ixniaxa contoriiig tomachineashaftoncenters inthelathe,itisnecessarythatit becentered. How to run a lathe, the care and operation of a screw cutting lathe. The link for each book will take you to a page showing the catalog numbers of the lathes for which it is intended. I go over some of the basic features of this lathe and how fast does the spindle really go. South bend lathe accycutter bit grinding block manual bulletin 5910a 1. Lightly used, mostly aluminum and brass cut making other machine parts. This taper attachment for, 14, and 16 lathes features an inchesperfoot scale and a degree scale. To view the new database in progress, follow this link.
Nov 02, 2016 making a compound screw for the south bend lathe duration. An angle adjusting knob with fine threads achieves precise control when setting tapers. South bend and clausing are not the same lathe for many reasons. Get the best deals on manual metalworking lathes when you shop the largest online selection at ebay.
In early 2009, the south bend lathe name, and parts business, were. Signature south bend 3 vway bed safety chuck guard with microswitch shutoff meehanite castings with inductionhardened ways halogen work light 4way tool post complete coolant system micrometer carriage stop threading dial indicator nsk or ntn japanese spindle bearings fulllength splash guard front removable sliding chip tray. South bend lathe 400 west sample street south bend, indiana 46621 procured under contract no. Metalworking lathes in swing over bed for sale in stock. It seems like a common part today, but it is actually possible to do threading well without the dial and the version of how to run a lathe explains this procedure. A guide to renovating the south bend lathe models 10l. The new model series nil and series h lathes shown in this catalog are the result of thirtyone years of ex perience in building lathes. Includes taper attachement, aloris bxa tool post w different holders, tool. As a gunsmith lathe, the sbl headstock, imo, is too long for barrel word through the headstock. Find great deals on ebay for south bend lathe manuals. A guide to renovating the south bend lathe models 10l, 14. Owners manual south bend lathe this manual covers south bend lathes made in the early years circa 1930s1950s. First year lathe work prepared for students in technical, manual.
The code designation is included in the serial number, which is stamped between the flat and vways on the tailstock end of. To purchase a pdf copy of your serial number information from south bend lathe co. I ordered a renovation manual and lubrication felts on ebay. The lathe represented in this manual is a modern day version of the screw cutting lathes that trace their roots back to the 1700s, which were themselves technological improvements of the bow lathe that can be traced. Bend, indiana in 1906 and for thirtyone years has been. Metalworking lathes in swing over bed for sale in. By selling directly to end users we provide the best quality products at the best price to professionals and hobbyists. This manual helps the reader understand the machine, how to prepare it for operation, how to control it during. How to run a lathe, 15th edition, south bend lathe. Introducing a new publication for the south bend lathe enthusiast from ilion industrial services.
South bend sb1263 taper attachment for, 14, 16 lathes. South bend lathe 16 rebuild manual and parts kit all. Refurbishing a 1952 south bend x40 lathe profusely illustrated and. Learn more about his great x 6 south bend metal lathe. Machine tool catalog lathe instruction okuma cnc systems run a lathe south bend lathe lathe brochure run a lathe lathe parts list bridgeport catalog lathe catalog manual tool catalog acme gridley reed prentice grinder catalog grinder instruction lathe book lathe brochures machine brochures grinder inv lathe inv giddings lewis hobbing machine machine shop manual machinist. South bend 9 inch lathe manual if searching for the book south bend 9 inch lathe manual in pdf form, in that case you come on to the loyal site. Jet geared head bench lathe with collet closer and taper attachment in x 40in. Ce1625 roy dean products company 23440 kean michigan 48124 spindle reads type oil c saddle use bed way lubricant oil daily bed ways bed way lubricant feed screws type oil c oil daily apron bearings type oil c oil daily type oil c oil daily apron reservoir type oil a keep company name south bend lathe, inc. Hello forum, i am looking for the owners manual for my south bend precision engine lathe. So by saying heavy cuts for my lathe motor it will be anything over. View and download south bend sb1051f manual online. Operators, instructions, owners, and parts manuals. Another feature is the ability to use the taper attachment without disengaging the cross slide nut.
Some have developed suitable, to them, methods to get around this. You can read online south bend 9 inch lathe manual. South bend lathe works publication reprints vintagemachinery. Circa 1942, south bend lathe helped our heroes fight the war in the pacific. The south bend method for reboring and regrinding cylinders in a lathe. View and download south bend sb1037f manual insert online. Manual tailstock 5 manual steady rest coolant pump qc toolpost no chuck specs swing diameter over front apron, 20. Manufacturing small duplicate parts on a quick change gear. One evening i found a south bend on ebay located in lima, oh that. South bend how to run a lathe operators manual 1930s. South bend lathe controls for manual operation youtube jul 05, 2012 the simplest turning is done using the fewest gears and no power feeds. South bend lathe user manuals download manualslib lathes.
We actually tried doing a plastic comb bound version of the manual awhile back so that it would lay flat on the workbench but it was being damaged so often in shipping that it became an issue for our customers. Nov 16, 2011 founded in 1906 in south bend, indiana, south bend lathe, at one time, controlled almost half of the u. Navy ship in service has at least one south bend lathe aboard. South bend did a lot of things right, to earn their market share and reputation, and one of the smartest was to produce clear, wellillustrated, lowcost instructional materials describing not just how to set up and run their tools, but how to use them. These publications include old catalogs, manuals, parts list and historical. If you can not find one or both, message me with your email address and i will email them to you. South bend lathe generations of progress sales flyer 2. This is the operators manual that south bend made for their 924 lathes produced in that time frame. The south bend method for refacing valves in the lathe.
Looking at the photos the lathe is pristine or the ways have been reground. South bend lathe rebuild manual and parts kit all models. Machining lathe leveling jacks making a compound screw for the. Jul 08, 2009 ive just bought a old south bend lathe swing 6 bed the numbers 9508 tkx 14 cl 145 c were stamped in it, so i see its something around 70 years old, from the site information. South bend parts list books these books contain part names and numbers, plus exploded assembly views, and include a lubrication chart, and accessory catalog.
These wipers from south bend are all made of the same white felt material, but are different. Daaa0977c6144 this technical manual is an authentication of the manufacturers commercial literature and does not conform with the format and content specified in ar 3103, military publications. File type pdf south bend lathe cl 179 e manual tricks. Below is a list of south bend lathes still supported with replacement parts and parts list books.
New south bend lathe rebuild manual 10l, the hobby. Plant of the south bend lathe works, at south bend, indiana. South bend lathe lubrication chart blue chip machine shop. I also cover some of the main differences between the heavy 10 and.