Metal Mini Lathe

The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is the compact, light-duty horizontal lathe designed for small-dimension precision machining — fine mechanics, technical jewelry, precision model-making, prototyping and decorative metal objects. With a maximum part length of 350mm, a 0.55kW motor and a speed range between 140 and 1710 r/min, the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics offers the fine control required for delicate operations on precious metals, aluminum alloys, brass, bronze and other materials that require high speeds and shallow cutting depths.

The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is designed for spaces without industrial infrastructure — an office, a home workshop, a creative space or an innovation lab where the small footprint and the low energy consumption of a 0.55kW motor make installation possible without special modifications. The specific configuration — machining diameter, accessories and additional equipment — is established at the quotation stage. Transport and commissioning included. 60-month warranty. Technical specifications — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics

The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is configured at the quotation stage — the machining diameter, accessories and additional equipment are established according to the specific application. Free technical consultancy available. Advantages of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics

• 0.55kW motor — low consumption, quiet operation in spaces without industrial ventilation — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics has a 0.55kW motor, a power tailored to the light duty specific to fine-mechanics and technical-jewelry machining. This low power brings two direct advantages: energy consumption is minimal compared with industrial lathes, and the noise level and heat generated by the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics are compatible with workspaces without dedicated industrial ventilation — creative workshops, technical offices and laboratories.

• Speeds 140–1710 r/min — a range suited to fine and meticulous materials — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics covers from 140 r/min for working on more substantial materials to high speeds of 1710 r/min for finishing on aluminum, brass and precious metals. The high speed available on the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is critical in technical jewelry and watchmaking mechanics, where the peripheral speed of the part at small diameters must be high to obtain smooth surfaces and a glossy finish without tool marks.

• 350mm working length — full coverage for fine-mechanics parts — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics allows the machining of parts with a length of up to 350mm, a range that covers the entire class of parts specific to these applications: watchmaking axles, miniature pump shafts, rings and bracelets from precious metals, model-making components and small-dimension prototypes. The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is dimensioned exactly for the parts that do not need an industrial lathe but require more precision and control than hand tools can offer.

• Compact horizontal design — mounts on any solid work table — the horizontal construction of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics ensures stability and optimal ergonomics for fine-mechanics operations, where precise hand positioning and visibility of the part are essential. The small footprint of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics allows installation on a standard workbench, on a sturdy table or on a dedicated stand, without requiring floor anchoring or a specially arranged space.

• Light duty — cutting precision and minimal vibration on delicate parts — the light-duty capacity of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is not a limitation but a design feature: the small feeds and reduced cutting depths specific to these applications produce minimal vibration in the part-tool-machine system, achieving a surface quality superior to that possible on an industrial lathe where large cutting depths generate residual vibration. On precious metals, jewelry and watchmaking parts, the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is the right instrument precisely because of this fine-control capability.

• Configurable on request — adaptable to the specific application — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is available in configurations tailored to the customer's application. The machining diameter, the chuck type, the included accessories and any additional equipment are established at the quotation stage through UZINEX. This flexibility makes the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics a customizable piece of equipment for diverse applications — from jewelry and model-making to research laboratories and vocational training centers.

Applications — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics

Fine mechanics and industrial watchmaking are the primary application of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics. Watch axles, miniature shafts, precision bushings, special nuts and small gear components are machined on the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics at diameters and tolerances that cannot be obtained on lathes of larger capacity, where the moving mass of the equipment generates vibrations incompatible with the required precision.

Technical jewelry — rings, bracelets, necklace pieces and accessories from gold, silver, brass and artistic bronze — uses the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics for forming cylindrical parts, creating decorative profiles, finishing surfaces and chamfering edges. The maximum speed of 1710 r/min of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics provides the peripheral speed required for a mirror finish on precious metals at small diameters.

Precision model-making — components for aircraft models, locomotive models, ship models and other scale technical models — uses the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics for manufacturing axles, bearings, cylinders and mechanical components that are not commercially available at the scale and specifications required by the project. The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is the difference between a model that works mechanically and one that is merely decorative.

Small-scale ornamental woodturning — small decorative objects, miniatures, handles for precision tools and cylindrically carved parts — is an additional application of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics, using the same high speeds and fine control to obtain clean surfaces on hardwood and exotic wood. The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics vs. the universal bench mini lathe

The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics and the universal bench mini lathe are two pieces of equipment in the same footprint class, but with different usage profiles.

The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is chosen for fine-precision applications on small parts — jewelry, model-making, watchmaking — where the 0.55kW motor and the speed range up to 1710 r/min are suited to light duty and small diameters. The universal bench mini lathe with a 1.1kW motor, 9 speed steps, a distance between centers of 750mm and a through-hole of 38mm is chosen for service, industrial maintenance and the production of spare parts with larger dimensions and power requirements. UZINEX recommends the correct version at the quotation stage according to the type and dimensions of the parts machined. Frequently asked questions about the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics

Can the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics machine precious metals?

Yes. The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is compatible with gold, silver, platinum, brass and bronze, materials commonly used in technical jewelry. The high speeds available (up to 1710 r/min) provide the peripheral speed required for the optimal finishing of precious metals at small diameters. What is the maximum machining diameter of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics?

The maximum machining diameter of the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is established at the quotation stage according to the selected configuration. The specifications page indicates a light-duty capacity, compatible with the small diameters specific to fine mechanics and jewelry. Contact UZINEX for the configuration suited to your application. Is the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics eligible for European funding?

Yes. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and supplies equipment for projects financed with EU funds. The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics can be included in SEAP/SICAP. Leasing and credit options available on the UZINEX credit and leasing page. Why UZINEX for the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics

The metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is the instrument that raises your workshop's level of precision beyond what hand tools can offer, without the investment and space of an industrial lathe.

• Custom configuration — the metal mini lathe for fine mechanics is configured at the quotation stage with the machining diameter, chuck and accessories suited to the specific application.

• Transport and commissioning included — delivery to the destination and operator training.

• 60-month warranty — extended coverage for use in fine mechanics and jewelry production.

• Spare parts in stock — components available quickly, without stoppages.

• National technical support within 24–48 hours — technicians with nationwide coverage.

• Eligible for European funds — technical documentation for PNRR, POR and other active programs.

The UZINEX metal mini lathe for fine mechanics — horizontal type, 350mm part length, speeds 140–1710 r/min, 0.55kW motor, light duty, compatible with metal (including precious metals), brass, bronze, aluminum and ornamental wood, configurable on request, 60-month warranty, transport and commissioning included throughout Romania.