{"product_id":"jet-elite-lathe-egh-1740-with-acu-rite-303-dro","title":"JET Elite Lathe EGH-1740 with ACU-RITE 303 DRO - JT9-892507","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJET Elite Lathe EGH-1740 with ACU-RITE 303 DRO - JT9-892507\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDependable, reliable, quality. Combining the durability and strength of Meehanite® castings with precision engineering, Elite Geared Head Lathes turn out high quality components turn after turn. Fully lit with CNC style lighting, the enclosed full-length splash guard is expertly designed to contain all chips and coolant. Hardened and ground bedways and gears help reduce vibration, deflection, and provide accurate longitudinal movements. Designed with a universal gearbox to allow for a wide range of threading without gear changes, and Turcite-B coatings between the bed and carriage to provide smooth and accurate movement, these machines provide the perfect blend of performance and reliability you can come to expect from JET Elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"prod-features\" class=\"anchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"text-center\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features-col\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dashed\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_BulletedListFeaturesCol1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-Position Carriage Stop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-Float design eliminates backlash in the cross slide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnclosed coolant system contains excess coolant for increased safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront facing chip pan allows easy chip removal from the front of the machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features-col\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"dashed\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_BulletedListFeaturesCol2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull Length Splash Guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNylon safety gears in the end train prevent overloading, increasing safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Shot lubrication in the carriage reduces maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShear pin in the lead screw disengages the feed when overloaded, preventing damage to the apron and headstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteady rests feature ball bearing guides for smooth material movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, 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Dimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e94 x 44 x 68 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-1wig\"\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eGeared Head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eHigh-Precision Machining\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for accuracy with hardened and ground bed ways for long-lasting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eACU-RITE 303 DRO\u003c\/strong\u003e – Digital readout system delivers precise measurements, improving productivity and reducing errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"541\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"454\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Robust cast-iron base and headstock provide stability during demanding operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eVersatile Capabilities\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles threading, turning, and general machining for professional shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eUser-Friendly Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simplified controls make setup and adjustments efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eReliable for Industrial Use\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built to withstand continuous use in machine shops, fabrication facilities, and training environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eQ: What is the JET Elite EGH-1740 Lathe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eA: A 17\" x 40\" precision gear head lathe equipped with an ACU-RITE 303 digital readout, built for power, accuracy, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"334\"\u003eQ: What makes this lathe unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eA: It combines a heavy-duty gear head design with the ACU-RITE DRO for precise, reliable metalworking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"594\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eQ: What materials can it handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eA: Designed for machining steel, aluminum, brass, and other metals in demanding shop environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"747\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"641\"\u003eQ: Why is the ACU-RITE 303 DRO important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eA: It provides high-accuracy digital measurement, reduces operator error, and increases productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eQ: What size capacity does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eA: 17\" swing over bed and 40\" distance between centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eQ: Where is it best used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eA: Perfect for machine shops, maintenance departments, prototyping, and industrial production work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eQ: How does it improve efficiency?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eA: The gear head transmission, combined with the DRO system, ensures consistent speeds, reduced setup time, and precise results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eClean lathe bed, carriage, and tooling after each use to prevent chip 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