Rikon Model 70-1516VSRK 12” x 16-1/2” VSRK Midi Lathe incl. Z3 Chuck System

Rikon Model 70-1516VSRK 12” x 16-1/2” VSRK Midi Lathe incl. Z3 Chuck System

Rikon 12” X 16-1/2” VARIABLE SPEED MIDI LATHE 70-1516VSRK has been designed to offer features seen on larger industrial lathes. An ideal lathe for novice to professional turners. Designed with a powerful 1.25HP DC BRUSHLESS motor, electronic variable speed controls, a wide range of operating speeds, digital RPM readout, ample diameter and spindle length turning capacities in forward and reverse drives.
Corded control box has a magnetic back that allows it to be moved along the front of the cast iron lathe bed, and positioned where you want it for easiest access when turning. Left, headstock end of the lathe bed is milled to take a special 13-1/2” bed extension (70-903 sold separately) to allow outboard turning of diameters up to 15”.

LATHE INCLUDES Z3 Chuck System, 2”/50MM Jaw Set, Spur Center, Live Center, 3” Faceplate,
6” Pro Tool Rest with 1” Diameter Post, Knock-Out Bars, Wrenches and Tool Holder.

Features
  • Powerful 1.25 HP DC BRUSHLESS Motor
  • Magnets on Back of the Control Box Allow it to be Placed Anywhere Easily Accessible to Turners for Quick Controlling of the Lathe Speeds or Emergency Stopping.
  • Pivoting Belt Cover for Easy Access when Changing Belt Speeds
  • Ball-Bearing Construction for Smooth, Precise Spindle Operation
  • Machined Bed and Matching Components give Precise Alignment
  • Adjustable Locking Handles Keep Components Positioned Securely
  • 1” Diameter Tool Rest Post
  • Lathe Bed Has Machined Ends for Adding Extensions to Increase Spindle Capacity
Machine Specs

Motor Horsepower 1.25 HP TEFC
Motor Amps 10A.
Motor Volts 120V, 60HZ
Motor RPM 3,200 RPM
Direction Forward (C-Clockwise) & Reverse (Clockwise)
Number of Speeds Variable
Speed Ranges 250-850, 430-1450, 950-3200 RPM
Swing Over Bed 12” (304.8 mm)
Swing Over Tool Rest 9-1/4” (228.6 mm)
Working Distance Between Centers 16-1/2” (406.4 mm)
Tool Rest Post Diameter 1” (25.4 mm)
Headstock Spindle x TPI 1" x 8 TPI
pa_outboard-spindle 419
pa_outboard-swing-over-bed 420
Headstock Taper MT2
Tailstock Taper MT2
Ram Travel 3-1/2” (76.2 mm)
Indexing Positions 24
Bottom of base to spindle 15-9/32” (388mm)
Overall Length 39” (990.6 mm)
Overall Width 13-3/8” (330.2 mm)
Overall Height 15-5/8” (381 mm)
Overall Base Size 31-13/16” x 7-7/32”(787.4 x 177.8 mm)
Overall Net Weight 99 lbs. (45 kg)
Warranty 5 Years

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