Universal Bench Mini Lathe

The universal bench mini lathe is the compact horizontal lathe for mechanical-machining workshops, production laboratories and industrial maintenance departments that need reliable turning equipment in a small space. The universal bench mini lathe machines parts with a maximum swing diameter of 300mm, a distance between centers of 750mm, a through-hole of 38mm and 9 speed steps between 60 and 2000 r/min, with a 1.1kW motor and dual voltage 220V / 380V — adaptable both to a small single-phase workshop and to a three-phase industrial department.

The universal bench mini lathe is equipped as standard with a universal self-centering chuck, an adjustable top slide, ergonomic handwheels, an intuitive control panel and a robust cast-iron bed construction. MT5 spindle taper and MT3 quill taper. Longitudinal feed 0,03–0,42 mm/r and cross feed 0,015–0,21 mm/r. Transport and installation included. 60-month warranty. Technical specifications — the universal bench mini lathe

Standard equipment included

The universal bench mini lathe is delivered ready for use. Free technical consultancy available for selecting the optimal configuration. Advantages of the universal bench mini lathe

• Compact dimensions, direct installation on a workbench — the universal bench mini lathe is designed for mounting on the existing workshop bench, without requiring a special foundation or floor anchoring. The small footprint of the universal bench mini lathe allows placement in workshop spaces where a conventional floor-standing lathe would not fit, while maintaining full capabilities for turning, threading, boring and cutting-off on small and medium parts.

• 1.1kW motor with 9 speed steps 60–2000 r/min — full coverage for diverse metals — the universal bench mini lathe offers 9 speed steps between 60 and 2000 r/min, covering the full range of operations: at low speeds (60–200 r/min) for roughing alloy steels and cast iron with a large allowance, at medium speeds (200–800 r/min) for the standard turning of carbon steels and brass, and at high speeds (800–2000 r/min) for finishing aluminum, bronze and non-ferrous materials with low roughness. The 1.1kW motor of the universal bench mini lathe provides the necessary torque across the entire range of steps without overload.

• Universal self-centering chuck — precise and fast clamping — the universal self-centering chuck of the universal bench mini lathe automatically centers the part as each jaw is tightened, eliminating the need for manual centering, which is time-consuming and can introduce errors. Self-centering is critical for the production of identical parts in small series — each part is clamped at the same reference point, and the radial runout remains constant between operations on the universal bench mini lathe.

• 38mm through-hole — machining bars without prior cutting-off — the 38mm through-hole of the universal bench mini lathe allows bars with a diameter of up to 38mm to be fed directly through the spindle, without the need to cut them to length before mounting. This feature of the universal bench mini lathe significantly reduces the preparation time when serially machining short parts from bar — bolts, bushings, nipples and fittings — by eliminating the separate cutting operation.

• Adjustable top slide with fine feeds 0,03–0,42 mm/r longitudinal and 0,015–0,21 mm/r cross — the universal bench mini lathe has mechanical longitudinal feeds with 9 steps between 0,03 and 0,42 mm/r and cross feeds between 0,015 and 0,21 mm/r, allowing the selection of the exact finishing parameters for each material and operation. The adjustable top slide of the universal bench mini lathe allows the tool to be tilted in the direction of the desired taper, executing internal and external taper through controlled manual feed.

• MT5 spindle taper and MT3 quill taper — full compatibility with standard accessories — the MT5 spindle taper of the universal bench mini lathe accepts adapters, face plates and standard clamping accessories for the corresponding dimension class. The MT3 quill taper allows the mounting of center drills, fixed and rotary centers and standard MT3 reamers for drilling and boring operations on the universal bench mini lathe without special accessories.

• Dual voltage 220V / 380V — adaptable to any workshop — the universal bench mini lathe operates both on the single-phase voltage of 220V (small workshop, service, laboratory) and on the three-phase industrial voltage of 380V. This flexibility makes the universal bench mini lathe the right equipment for fast installation in spaces without dedicated industrial electrical infrastructure, including hobby workshops, maintenance departments and technical-school laboratories.

• Robust cast-iron bed construction — stability and long service life — the cast-iron bed of the universal bench mini lathe absorbs the vibrations generated during cutting and maintains the alignment of the guideways over the long term, without deformation under load. The structural rigidity of the universal bench mini lathe is the determining factor for surface quality and the roundness precision of the machined parts, especially during finishing operations at high speeds with small allowances.

Applications — the universal bench mini lathe

Service and industrial-maintenance workshops use the universal bench mini lathe for the regrinding and reworking of defective spare parts — worn bolts, axles with play, guide bushings and studs with damaged threads — instead of ordering parts from outside with delivery times of days or weeks. The universal bench mini lathe makes it possible to recondition these parts within hours, reducing machine downtime.

Prototyping and small-series production workshops use the universal bench mini lathe for manufacturing customized mechanical components — transmission shafts, sliding bushings, guide pins, caps and fittings — from steel, aluminum, brass or technical plastic bar. The distance between centers of 750mm of the universal bench mini lathe covers the typical dimensions of small and medium precision mechanical components.

Technical-education laboratories, vocational-training departments and the workshops of technical schools and industrial high schools use the universal bench mini lathe as training equipment for basic turning operations. The compact dimensions and the 220V supply make the universal bench mini lathe accessible in training spaces with limited resources, without compromising the technical capabilities required to learn real turning. The universal bench mini lathe vs. large-capacity lathes — a selection guide

The universal bench mini lathe is chosen when workshop space is limited, the machined parts have a diameter under 300mm and a length under 750mm, and the production volume is small-to-medium. The installation flexibility of the universal bench mini lathe — on any workbench, at 220V or 380V — makes it ideal for workshops starting their mechanical-machining activity or for maintenance departments that need a general-purpose lathe without the investment of a floor-standing machine.

When the machined parts exceed Ø300mm or 750mm in length, or when production requires CNC precision and positioning repeatability, the CNC lathe for metal turning (Ø800mm, 7,5kW, ±0.015mm) or the heavy-duty lathe for massive parts (Ø1640mm, 22kW, 12m length) are the right choice. Frequently asked questions about the universal bench mini lathe

Can the universal bench mini lathe perform threading?

Yes. The universal bench mini lathe performs mechanical threading through the automatic longitudinal feed, with the selection of the thread pitch through the available combination of gears. Standard metric threading is accessible on the universal bench mini lathe for the diameters and pitches commonly used in the production of small-dimension mechanical parts. What materials can be machined on the universal bench mini lathe?

The universal bench mini lathe machines carbon steel, alloy steel, cast iron, aluminum and alloys, brass, bronze, copper, technical plastic (nylon, PTFE, PEEK) and technical wood. The 9 speed steps of the universal bench mini lathe allow the speed to be adapted to the optimal cutting speed for each individual material. Is the universal bench mini lathe eligible for European funding?

Yes. UZINEX is a member of the Enterprise Europe Network and supplies equipment for projects financed with EU funds — PNRR, the Regional Programme, the Just Transition Programme. The universal bench mini lathe can be included in SEAP/SICAP. Leasing and credit options available on the UZINEX credit and leasing page. Why UZINEX for the universal bench mini lathe

The UZINEX universal bench mini lathe comes with the complete support needed for immediate installation and use — transport, installation and operator training included, spare parts in stock and national technical support.

• Transport and installation included — the universal bench mini lathe delivered and installed on the workshop bench, calibrated and functionally checked before handover.

• 60-month warranty — extended coverage for use in production and maintenance.

• Spare parts in stock — components available quickly for the universal bench mini lathe, without waiting times from import.

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

• Dual voltage 220V / 380V — flexible installation in any workshop without modifications to the electrical infrastructure.

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

The UZINEX universal bench mini lathe — horizontal type, Ø300mm swing, 750mm between centers, 38mm through-hole, 1,1kW motor, 220V/380V, 9 steps 60–2000 r/min, longitudinal feed 0,03–0,42 mm/r, cross feed 0,015–0,21 mm/r, MT5 spindle taper, MT3 quill taper, universal self-centering chuck, adjustable top slide, robust cast-iron construction, 60-month warranty, transport and installation included.