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  1. 29th July 2013, 05:20 PM #1
    boilermaker8
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    Default Maximum workpiece weight for a 260 lathe

    G'day all, I've got a bit of 45/90 4140 hollow bar about 400 long to turn into a machine spindle, but i'm a bit worried i may be over taxing my poor old 260. Does anyone know the weight limit for the Hercus 260 work piece? Thanks in advance.
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  3. 30th July 2013, 10:25 AM #2
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    No idea as to the weight the spindle can handle.

    I have machined solid at 75mm OD 400 long without a problem on an 9" so what your doing shouldn't be a concern for an 260.
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    Thanks Pipeclay, I was hoping it would be ok, i guess i'll just take it nice and slow with lite cuts and hope for the best.
  5. 30th July 2013, 10:53 AM #4
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    Depends on what you intend turning on the bar. You may be able to use a steady to share some of the load.

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