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PINACHO MUSATNG 20C Lathe
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Serbia, 37213 Vitosevac
PINACHO MUSATNG 20C Lathe
CAZENEUVE HBCN S575 CNC Lathe
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COLCHESTER CNC-1000 CNC Lathe
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MONDIAL M140 Centering Lathe
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PRVOMAJSKA Center Lathe
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Serbia, 31210 Požega
PRVOMAJSKA Center Lathe
180 S Centre Lathe
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Belgium
180 S Centre Lathe
MORI SEIKI NLX 2500 Y/700 CNC lathe
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Germany, 77656 Offenburg
MORI SEIKI NLX 2500 Y/700 CNC lathe
MORI SEIKI NT4250/1500SZ CNC Turning and milling center
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GILDEMEISTER CTX 420 V6 CNC automatic lathe
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INDEX G 200 CNC Lathe
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Germany, 73450 Neresheim
INDEX G 200 CNC Lathe
TAKISAWA NEX-908 CNC Lathe
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Netherlands, 6909 DA Babberich
TAKISAWA NEX-908 CNC Lathe
EMCO MAXXTURN 45 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EMCO MAXXTURN 45 CNC lathe
EMCO MAXXTURN 45 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EMCO MAXXTURN 45 CNC lathe
ROMI E 280 CNC lathe
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Germany, 78333 Stockach
ROMI E 280 CNC lathe
EMCO MAXXTURN 45 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EMCO MAXXTURN 45 CNC lathe
MANURHIN KMX 413F CNC Automatic Lathe with Bar Feeder
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EMCO MAXXTURN 65 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EMCO MAXXTURN 65 CNC lathe
WEISSER UNIVERTOR A-90 R CNC vertical lathe
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Germany, 78132 Hornberg-Niederwasser
WEISSER UNIVERTOR A-90 R CNC vertical lathe
GEMINIS GE 870 Centre Lathe
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Spain, 46470 Catarroja (Valencia)
GEMINIS GE 870 Centre Lathe
BOEHRINGER DUE 500 Centre lathe
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Germany, 74348 Lauffen
BOEHRINGER DUE 500 Centre lathe
EMCO EMCOTURN E65 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EMCO EMCOTURN E65 CNC lathe
EMCO EMCOTURN E45 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EMCO EMCOTURN E45 CNC lathe
BOEHRINGER DUE 630 Centre lathe
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Germany, 74348 Lauffen
BOEHRINGER DUE 630 Centre lathe
BOEHRINGER DUS 560 teach-in lathe
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EBOSA CNC140 CNC lathe with bar loader
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
EBOSA CNC140 CNC lathe with bar loader
COLCHESTER TRIUMPH 2500 Center Lathe
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Germany, 04895 Falkenberg
COLCHESTER TRIUMPH 2500 Center Lathe
SATESA RE 350 lathe
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Germany, 86641 Rain
SATESA RE 350 lathe
GRAZIANO MT 400 CNC lathe
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Germany, 86641 Rain
GRAZIANO MT 400 CNC lathe
WEILER Praktikant Centre lathe
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Germany, 74348 Lauffen
WEILER Praktikant Centre lathe
ERNAULT SOMUA CHOLET 350 center lathe
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Germany, 82024 Taufkirchen
ERNAULT SOMUA CHOLET 350 center lathe
MAZAK Quickturn Nexus 350-II MY CNC Lathe
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MORI SEIKI NL 2500 SY/1250 CNC lathe
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TSUGAMI B0205E-III CNC Precision Automatic Lathe
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Czech Republic, 664 54 Nesvačilka 664 54
TSUGAMI B0205E-III CNC Precision Automatic Lathe
DMG MORI CLX 350 V6 CNC lathe
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Switzerland, 9536 Schwarzenbach
DMG MORI CLX 350 V6 CNC lathe
HAAS ST- 35 CNC Lathe
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Romania, 505200 Fagaras
HAAS ST- 35 CNC Lathe
HYUNDAI-WIA L230LMA CNC Lathe
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Germany, 97944 Boxberg
HYUNDAI-WIA L230LMA CNC Lathe
MORI SEIKI ZL-200 SMC CNC lathe
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Netherlands, 4873 LA Etten-Leur
MORI SEIKI ZL-200 SMC CNC lathe
DMG CTX 510 eco CNC Lathe
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Czech Republic, 664 54 Nesvačilka 664 54
DMG CTX 510 eco CNC Lathe
MAZAK MULTIPLEX 620 CNC lathe
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Netherlands, 4873 LA Etten-Leur
MAZAK MULTIPLEX 620 CNC lathe
TORNOS BECHLER ENC 74 CNC Lathe
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Czech Republic, 679 04 Adamov
TORNOS BECHLER ENC 74 CNC Lathe
WEISSER HEILBRONN GIGANT Center Lathe
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Netherlands, 4873 LA Etten-Leur
WEISSER HEILBRONN GIGANT Center Lathe
GOODWAY GTS 200 X CNC lathe
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Netherlands, 6909 DA Babberich
GOODWAY GTS 200 X CNC lathe
TORNOS BECHLER ENC 74 CNC Lathe
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Czech Republic, 679 04 Adamov
TORNOS BECHLER ENC 74 CNC Lathe
CITIZEN K16 VII P CNC automatic lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
CITIZEN K16 VII P CNC automatic lathe
NAKAMURA-TOME TW-10 CNC - Doublespindel - Lathe
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WEILER E35 Teach-in lathe
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Netherlands, 4873 LA Etten-Leur
WEILER E35 Teach-in lathe
TOS SUI 63-80 Lathe
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Romania, 417168 Sisterea
TOS SUI 63-80 Lathe
FMS DREHTECHNIK NDL-40/230 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd
FMS DREHTECHNIK NDL-40/230 CNC lathe
MONFORTS KNC 6 Centre Lathe
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Germany, 26446 Friedeburg
MONFORTS KNC 6 Centre Lathe
PUMA TL2000 CNC lathe
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Germany, 73235 Weilheim Teck
PUMA TL2000 CNC lathe

Lathes followed a long evolutionary process, from wooden lathes to CNC machines. The basic principle is the same for all lathes: a workpiece is fixed between the spindle and the tailstock, an electric motor brings it to a constant rotational speed and it is processed using tools. All lathes have the same structure, namely the bed, the frame, the main spindle, the drive system and the carriage. The differences concern, amongst others, the turning diameter, the spindle bore, the distance between centres and the machine weight. At Surplex you will find all kind of used lathes such as centre lathes, automatic lathes, heavy duty lathes, etc. Used but in a good shape!

A lathe is a piece of equipment for machining long metal products into rotationally symmetrical components. Alongside milling machines, turning machines are the central processing point in metalworking and are the successor to the traditional lathes. They therefore form part of the basic equipment required by every metalworking operation. The development of this equipment from a turning machine into a full metal-turning lathe guarantees a much higher quality of produced tools on average, which rely much less on the abilities of the person operating the lathe.

  • Precision tools for metal processing
  • Rotary clamping process
  • A range spanning small table machines to large turning machines

A powerful electrical motor moves the workpiece into a continually rotating movement, which can consist of several thousand revolutions per minute. The tools required for the components are attached to a revolver. The desired tool is fed to the rotary body by means of a tool slide and the ablative clamping process is initiated by means of precisely adjustable guides. Metal lathes are available as mini lathes, small table machines as well as large heavy Duty Lathes measuring several metres in length.

A lathe consists of three main groups of components: frame, drive system and tool guidance system. The frame bears the weight of the mechanical components. They are built in a very solid fashion to enable the machines to withstand strong forces and work precisely. Welding constructions and monolithic cast metal frames are used, which increase device lifespan and ensure that a used metal lathe can be purchased without any structural concerns. Depending on the size of the metal lathe, the base may have to be adjusted in order to withstand the pressure and oscillating forces.

The second component group consists of an electrical motor and a gear unit. The gear unit chosen can range from a single-stage spur gear through to a high-performance torque converter for exceptionally quiet rotational movements. The spindle and tailstock also form part of the gear unit and are used to clamp the workpiece in position. Those who are looking to purchase second hand lathes should pay particular attention to the following areas: highly precise concentricity and a play-free tailstock are essential for precise workpieces. However, buyers of second-hand metal turning lathes may need to be willing to accept higher tolerances than in newer models under some circumstances. Overall, used lathe machines can still offer a considerable degree of stability.

Turning machines in operation

The third component, the tool guidance system, in the simplest versions consists of a rail along which the tools are fed using a turning spindle. If the purchase in question is a used lathe or turning machine, these components need to be checked carefully. Used metalworking lathes frequently come with a test log since they have already been in use. This log features information on concentricity and spindle play recorded at regular intervals. It is also possible for these key components to undergo a general overhaul. Various automated components may also be included depending on the design of the lathe, which guide the machining tools towards the rotating workpiece in accordance with a preconfigured programme. Nowadays, there are often options available for automatically switching tools and workpieces.

Lathes also require accessories and various equipments. The housing protects the area surrounding a lathe from chips and shavings cast off during the turning of metal and cooling lubricant is supplied to ensure uniform removal of chips from the workpiece. High-performance illumination enables the workpiece processing steps to be continually monitored. If the lathe machine is second-hand, accessories and attachments may be missing, or these may be optional parts. Even if the manufacturers are not obliged to keep a supply of accessories for old and second-hand lathes, the majority strive to offer a range of basic services for used machinery.

Everything requiring a rotationally symmetrical or near symmetrical cross-section can be produced on a turning machine. This primarily concerns all types of shafts and linear axes. Gear racks, toothed wheels or asymmetrical crankshafts and camshafts can also be produced on lathes. Even though conventional centre lathes are still used a great deal, CNC milling machines are being used more frequently for turning metal when producing individual parts. These automatically complete the turning process in accordance with a preconfigured programme.

Only qualified specialists are allowed to work with a lathe unless it is an automatically equipped automated turning machine. The lathe operator must undergo several years of training and must have specific theoretical and practical knowledge. In addition to knowing about materials and processing regulations, the operator must also be knowledgeable of all the safety-relevant aspects of working with a turning machine. However, thanks to extensive automation, today’s metalworking lathes require far less interaction from the operator compared to a conventional turning lathe. Spinning chips, high rotational speeds and high temperatures make the lathe workplace very challenging. Simply putting on appropriate protective clothing is generally not enough, which is why it is mandatory to have safety training for all work using a lathe.

Surplex.com frequently has used lathes for sale from a wide range of available lathe machinery, which means you can find just what you’re looking for. In a used condition, turning machines are generally sold as part of an industrial auction. The machinery on offer is just as varied as the areas of application and spans small lathes, engine lathes, conventional manually-operated turning machines, through to automated lathes and NC-/CNC-controlled, modern lathe machines. For example, you could cheaply acquire a second hand lathe for training purposes or vastly increase production using a second hand CNC lathe.

The majority of lathes for sale come from the German, Austria or Swiss second-hand market. However, the increasing internationalisation of our platform means that there is also a large number of machines from other European countries as well. You can see the location of the lathe you intend to purchase on the product information page.

You can also sell your old and used lathes and turning machines via Surplex, irrespective of whether it is a small table lathe or a large turning machine. Simply get in contact with us to clarify the details. Selling your used metal lathes via Surplex gives you the chance of achieving good sales prices. Speak to our experienced project managers for more information.

Even when used, lathes and turning machines are still precision machine tools which can create products of the highest quality. However, the machinery itself must have been high-quality to begin with, which is why those looking to buy a second hand turning machine should focus on manufacturers known for top quality.

Prestigious turning machine manufacturers include BERNARDO, BOEHRINGER, BOLEY, COLCHESTER, EMCO, GILDEMEISTER, MATRA, OKUMA, OPTIMUM, QUANTUM, TORNOS, WEILER and WABECO.