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The JET GH-1440B is a geared-head bench lathe with a 14-inch swing over the bed and 40-inch between centers, built for a small machine shop or a serious home shop. It stands out for its induction-hardened ground bed ways, roller-bearing spindle and hardened steel gears, plus a gap bed for larger-diameter work and an enclosed gearbox that keeps noise and vibration down. It comes with a cast iron stand, foot brake and coolant system, so it is closer to a turnkey machine than stripped-down import lathes that need those added later. It sits above light hobby lathes in rigidity and price, and below full-size engine lathes in capacity.
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Lowest price we've seen: $19,094.24 on Nov 10 at Msc Industrial Supply. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.
Owners of the GH-1440B generally describe a rigid, accurate lathe that handles steel and aluminum cleanly and holds tolerance well. The built-in foot brake, coolant and stand are frequently called out as things they did not have to add. Complaints center on weight and the noise of the geared head.
The JET GH-1440B is a geared head bench lathe with a 14-inch swing over the bed and 36-7/8 inches between centers. It runs on AC mains power and sits on a heavy-duty cast iron stand.
The bed-ways are induction hardened and ground, the spindle runs on roller bearings, and the headstock uses hardened steel gears. These are built for accurate, smooth cutting. The gearbox is enclosed, which reduces noise and vibration. A gap bed section makes room for larger diameter workpieces, and adjustable gibs allow fine-tuning of slide movement.
An electronic chuck key docking station prevents accidental startup. An emergency stop button allows a quick response. A foot brake and a coolant system are included.
