Neptune Max, the new 1.5HP lathe with an intelligent direct-drive digital motor from Straitech. This floor version of our Neptune includes the heavy duty floor stand and extends the between centers to 28″. Neptune Max goes far beyond any other lathe in its class: just a twist of a knob and speed can be adjusted from 100 rpm up to 4,000 rpm with no sacrifice in torque. RPM under 100 is not recommended for turning and is to be used as a drying or sanding speed only. Neptune Max’s outstanding machine features and specifications include a 360-degree pivoting and sliding head, a 15” (381mm) over bed swing with 28” (711mm) between centers. Whether you’re turning large projects or small, Neptune’s unparalleled, smart motor technology from Striatech has an easy-to-use, software-driven controller and provides the ultimate in smooth performance, intelligent control, and power under load.
Features
Smart Direct Drive: With no belts or pulleys, simply choose your material, pick up your chisel, and get to work. The 1 ¼” 8 TPI lathe spindle is the rotor of Neptune’s smart, direct drive digital motor has more than enough power (Peak Power 1.5HP) – and high torque power at low rpms – with an instantly adjustable speed range of 100 rpm to 4,000 rpm. Neptune can virtually handle any conceivable project requirement.
Intelligent Computer Control: Neptunes software applications open up a whole new universe of lathe control functions that do not exist in traditional wood lathes. Using its superior, digital direct drive system, all the power you desire is at your fingertips for smooth, vibration-free efficiency over Neptunes’s vast speed range.
Customize Speed Settings: There are 4 speed customizable speed settings. These are convenient for presetting your favorite turning speeds or for presetting specific project speeds (from rough, shaping, fine detail and finishing).
Specifications
15″ Swing with 28″ between centers
Headstock that swivels 360 degrees and slides along the full length of the bed
1 1/4″ 8TPI spindle (M33 European model only)
No transmission power lost through belts & pulleys
4″ (100mm) tailstock with laser etched metric and imperial rule
Coarse, or fine speed adjustment over entire speed range
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