Jet 321495 Gap Bed Lathe Acu-rite 200S Collet Closer

Product Description

The JET 321495 is a gap bed engine lathe configured with an ACU-RITE 200S digital readout and a collet closer attachment. Designed for precision turning operations in metal fabrication and machine shop environments, this lathe combines a rigid cast-iron construction with integrated digital position feedback for repeatable, accurate work. The unit weighs 5,500 pounds, placing it firmly in the class of heavy-duty floor-mounted lathes intended for production and toolroom use. Installation and operation require qualified machinists or millwrights familiar with large manual machine tools.

The 321495 is suited for professional machine shops, manufacturing facilities, and industrial toolrooms performing turning, facing, threading, and boring operations on metal workpieces. The ACU-RITE 200S digital readout provides real-time axis position display, reducing reliance on manual dial readings. The included collet closer allows fast, repeatable workpiece clamping without a dedicated chuck change. This configuration is common in job shops that require flexibility between collet-held and chuck-held setups.

Key Features

• Gap bed design allows turning of large-diameter workpieces by removing the gap piece
• ACU-RITE 200S digital readout included for real-time axis position feedback
• Collet closer attachment enables fast, repeatable workholding without chuck swaps
• Heavy-duty construction at 5,500 pounds provides vibration-damping mass for precise cuts
• Intended for production and toolroom turning applications in professional shop environments

Compatibility

Designed as a complete machine tool unit; the ACU-RITE 200S digital readout and collet closer are configured specifically for the JET GH-1640ZX lathe platform as delivered in this package.

Installation Notes

Installation of a machine tool at this weight class requires a qualified millwright or rigging crew using appropriate lifting equipment rated for at least 5,500 pounds. The machine must be mounted on a level concrete floor of adequate load-bearing capacity and secured per the manufacturer's installation manual. Electrical connection should be performed by a licensed electrician in compliance with applicable NEC requirements for the specified voltage and phase. Verify all axis scales for the digital readout are properly aligned and zeroed before placing the machine into service.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 5,500 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 1

Standard Information

• Brand: JET
• Manufacturer Part Number: 321495