Conventional precision lathes from WEILER – the number 1

WEILER is the market leader for conventional precision lathes in German-speaking countries.

Conventional precision lathes from WEILER are the number 1 in training and further education.

They are the perfect solution for one-off and small batch production, in craft and industrial businesses, in toolmaking and jig and fixture construction. 

All conventional precision lathes are manufactured and assembled by us in Emskirchen. Quality made in Germany.

Conventional precision lathe from WEILER is characterised by:

  • Sophisticated technology
  • Highest accuracy
  • robust construction
  • long service life
  • tried and tested ergonomics
  • simple operation
  • minimum space requirement
  • and extensive accessories

 

Large selection: The range of conventional precision lathes

The range of conventional machines consists of precision lathes with gears or infinitely variable speed control, with lead and pull spindles.

You can choose from 13 different models

  • Primus VCD
  • Primus VCPlus
  • Praktikant GSD
  • Praktikant VCD
  • Praktikant VCPlus
  • Condor VCPlus
  • Commodor 180 GSD
  • Commodor 180 VCD
  • Commodor 230 VCD
  • DA 210
  • DA 210 AC
  • DA 260
  • DA 260 AC


Conventional lathes from WEILER with tested safety

Five different models of conventional precision lathes from WEILER have been certified with the GS mark for “Tested Safety”. The machines certified with this mark are particularly interesting for training workshops, schools and other training and further education institutions.


These conventional lathes bear the GS mark:

  • Praktikant GSD
  • Primus VCD
  • Praktikant VCD
  • Praktikant VCPlus
  • Condor VCPlus


What makes a conventional lathe

When a lathe is controlled with handwheels, it is referred to as a conventional lathe. Operating wheels, levers, cranks or feeds to control the system by hand requires the operator to have the relevant experience – or makes it possible to gain this experience. Training is therefore a popular area of application for conventional lathes. Other applications include the production of individual parts and small batches where complex programming is not worthwhile. In addition to conventional lathes, there are:

  • servo-conventional,
  • cycle-controlled,
  • 4-lane bed and
  • CNC lathes.


The most important technical data on conventional lathes

Like other machine tools, conventional lathes come in a wide range of sizes and designs. They are differentiated on the basis of various technical data that define a conventional lathe:

  • An important size specification for the working space is the centre width
    It denotes the maximum turning length that can be achieved on this machine. The centre distance is measured between the tip of a face driver – which replaces the chuck for the measurement – and the rigid tip of the tailstock quill. The size of the chuck reduces the maximum possible length of the workpiece.

    The centre distance of WEILER’s conventional lathes ranges from 500 mm on the Primus VCD or Primus VCPlus up to 2000 mm, which can be achieved with the DA 260.
  • The second important size specification is the tip height
    Measured radially, it is the distance between the centre of the tailstock and the nearest guideway of the machine bed. The orbital diameter is equal to twice the centre height. This results in the maximum possible workpiece diameter.
    Smaller conventional lathes such as the Primus VCD or the Primus VCPlus from WEILER have a centre height of 140 mm. Large models such as the DA 260 or the DA 260 AC have a centre height of 260 mm.
  • The drive power for the main drive
    For conventional lathes, it describes how powerful the motorisation is. This drive power is important in order to be able to define the cutting speed and cutting force. Optimally adjusted, it also enables a high surface quality to be achieved during turning operations. Conventional lathes from WEILER have an output of 3.1 kW – in the case of the Praktikant GSD – up to 12.5 kW in the case of the Commodor 230 VCD.
  • The speed range:
    Another important specification for conventional lathes is the speed range, given in revolutions per minute. In general, it can be said that large workpieces and softer materials are better machined at low speeds, while smaller workpieces and hard materials are better machined at high speeds.
    The conventional lathes from WEILER offer a speed range between 25 and 5000 rpm for the Primus VCPlus or the Praktikant VCPlus. Larger models, for example the DA 260 AC, have 20 to 2500 rpm.


Safety and quality are central to conventional lathes from WEILER

Like all machine tools, a conventional lathe should always be operated by a trained employee in order to avoid risks. Appropriate precautions must be taken during training. As a machine manufacturer, WEILER contributes to reducing the risk potential with numerous design features. Depending on the lathe model, these include automatic handwheel disengagement, the lead and feed spindle cover or various brakes.


Made in Germany

The conventional lathes can be customised in a variety of ways to meet the requirements of modern production. An extensive range of accessories allows users to fulfil a wide range of machining requirements.

As a manufacturer, WEILER attaches particular importance to the quality and robustness of its workmanship. Production and assembly exclusively in Germany also contributes to this. The conventional lathes offer a high level of precision: the DIN 8605 standard for toolmaking accuracy is not only met as standard on all models, it is exceeded.


Long service life and spare parts even after decades

Thanks to their high quality, conventional lathes from WEILER are characterised by a long service life. As the market leader for conventional lathes in German-speaking countries with 85 years of experience, WEILER ensures the availability of spare parts even after decades – so that your lathe continues to run reliably.