Capstan Lathe Machine

Lathe Machines
A Capstan Lathe Machine is a semi-automatic, turret-type lathe ideal for batch production and repetitive machining operations. It’s a modified form of an engine lathe equipped with a turret head mounted on a sliding ram, allowing multiple tools to be set up and used sequentially without changing setup.
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275,000 To 450,000
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PCL 32GN

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Electric Coolant Pump

Electric Motor & Starter

Digital Read Out

Vertical Slider

Bar Feed Attachment

Capstan Tool Holder Set

Model PCL 60 GN PCL 50 GN PCL 40GL PCL 40 GN PCL 32 GN PCL 25 GN PCL 25 S PCL 20 S
 Spindle Hollow  62  52  42 42 38  32 28 25
 Maximum collet capacity  60  50 40  40 32  25 25  20
 Range of spindle speed  90- 1000  100- 1050 100- 1050  165-1500 165-1500 275-900 650-1660 650-1660
 Effective Strokes of turret slide  180  175 165  140 140 130  110 100
 Bore size in turret hex. Head  32 32 32  32 25 25 25  25
 Center of holes above turret slide  45 45  45  45 45  45  45 45
 Max. distance between spindle nose to turret face  430  430  430 425  425 400  375 300
 Cross slide transverse travel  150 150  150 95 95 95 95 95
 Cross slide longitudinal travel  300  300 300  300 300 300 300 300
 Length of bed  1375  1375  1375 1225  1225  1275 1050  960
 Width of bed  230  230  230 178  178 178 178 178
 Height of center above bed  190  190  190  165  165 165  165  165
 Floor space required  3m X 1m  3m X 1m  3m X 1m  3m X 1m  3m X 1m  3m X 1m  3m X 1m  3m X 1m
 Packing size (approx.)  5 x 3 x 5 fts.  5 x 3 x 5 fts.  5 x 3 x 5 fts.  5 x 3 x 5 fts.  5 x 3 x 5 fts.  4.5 x 3 x 5 fts.  4 x 3 x 5 fts. 4 x 3 x 5 fts.

Capstan Lathe vs Turret Lathe – Tabular Comparison

Feature Capstan Lathe Turret Lathe
Purpose Small to medium batch production Medium to large batch production
Turret Mounting On a sliding ram fixed to a stationary saddle On a moving saddle
Workpiece Length Suitable for short-length jobs Handles longer-length workpieces
Saddle Movement Saddle remains stationary Saddle travels with the turret
Tool Indexing Hexagonal turret Square or round turret
Power Handling Lower power and torque Higher power and torque handling
Flexibility Less flexible, simpler design More flexible, supports complex operations
Operator Skill Requires moderate skill May require higher skill depending on complexity
Typical Use Repetitive parts like bolts, bushings Larger and longer jobs like shafts, heavy fittings

We manufacture semi-automatic capstan lathe machines designed to enhance efficiency for our customers, making them ideal for batch production and small-lot operations. Our Pathak capstan lathes are high-performance machines that excel in turning, drilling, boring, facing, and threading, all powered by a complete Norton gearbox.  Capstan lathes are ideal for fast production of small parts using a stationary saddle and sliding turret.

Key Features


Turret Head: 
Enables mounting of multiple tools for sequential operations (e.g., drilling, reaming, boring, tapping).
Semi-Automatic Feed: 
Fast and efficient for medium-scale repetitive tasks.
Short Length Production: 
Ideal for small workpieces due to a fixed saddle and sliding ram.
Tool Indexing: 
Quick-change turret improves machining cycle times.
Production Efficiency: 
Reduces downtime and increases throughput compared to conventional lathes.

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