Gap Bed Lathes — Industrial Precision Machining

Our gap bed lathe range covers swing over bed from 13 inches up to 80 inches across the Clausing Engine Lathe C-Series and CNC Lathe CB/CC/CK/CL Series. The 8044VSJ Variable Speed Lathe offers a 15.75-inch swing over bed with a 23-inch swing in the gap. This broad range ensures suitability for light general machining through heavy-duty large-component turning operations.

Spindle motor power ranges from 3 HP on smaller Clausing Engine Lathe models up to 75 HP on heavy-duty CNC configurations. The 8044VSJ Variable Speed Lathe offers 10 HP, while the CNC Lathe series provides 50 to 75 HP inverter-driven spindles. This wide range allows matching the machine to your specific material removal and production volume requirements.

Yes. The Clausing Engine Lathe and Clausing CNC Lathe series are specifically rated for oil field, oil country, and marine applications. They handle large spindle bore diameters up to 24.02 inches and support workpiece weights between centers up to 33,000 lbs on CNC models, making them well-suited for turning large tubular components, shafts, and flanges common in these industries.

Yes. All models in the range support comprehensive threading capability. The Clausing Engine Lathe C-Series universal gearbox provides inch, metric, diametral pitch, and module pitch threading. The 8044VSJ covers 2–84 inch pitches, 0.2–14 mm metric pitches, 0.2–3.5 module pitches, and 8–72 diametral pitches, ensuring compatibility with international threading standards.

The Clausing CNC Lathe series supports Fanuc Oi control as standard, with Siemens CNC control available on the SC series configuration. Other control systems are available as optional upgrades. Machines feature 2 to 3 axis configurations, with rapid feed rates of up to 314.88 inches per minute on the Z-axis, supporting high-efficiency production turning of large components.

The Clausing Engine Lathe and CNC Lathe carry a one-year warranty backed by the Clausing Service Center. The 8044VSJ Variable Speed Lathe includes a 4-year parts and labor warranty specifically on the AC inverter drive. All models are supported by over 80,000 stocked parts with 95% shipped within 24 hours, plus on-site and phone technical support from qualified technicians.