Highlights
- 700 mm distance between centres
- 170 mm centre height
- 5.3 kW spindle drive
- Maximum spindle speed of 3,000 rpm
- Infinitely variable speed control
- Constant surface speed capability
- Long cross-slide travel
- Electromechanical spindle brake
- Induction-hardened and ground guideways
- Advanced 3-axis digital position display
Machine Overview
The Emcomat 17 D has been developed for users requiring a robust and highly accurate conventional lathe capable of handling precision engineering tasks across a wide range of industries. Its rigid machine construction, hardened guideways and powerful spindle drive provide excellent machining performance while maintaining exceptional accuracy and repeatability.
Suitable for prototype manufacture, repair work, technical training and small-series production, the machine offers outstanding versatility for professional machining environments.
Machine Construction
The machine is built around a rigid, diagonally ribbed machine bed designed to maximise stability while ensuring efficient chip evacuation during machining.
- Diagonally ribbed cast iron machine bed
- Induction-hardened guideways
- Precision-ground sliding surfaces
- Three-point machine bed support
- Excellent vibration damping characteristics
Precision Guideways
The hardened and ground guideways provide smooth axis movement and long-term machining accuracy, even under demanding production conditions.
- Guideways hardened and ground
- Precision-ground shafts and gears
- Improved wear resistance
- Consistent machining accuracy
Main Spindle System
The powerful spindle drive system combines excellent torque characteristics with smooth variable speed control, making the machine suitable for a broad range of turning applications.
- 5.3 kW spindle drive
- Maximum spindle speed of 3,000 rpm
- Infinitely variable speed adjustment
- Constant cutting speed capability
- Electromechanical spindle brake
Tailstock Features
The heavy-duty tailstock provides excellent support for longer workpieces while allowing taper turning through off-centre adjustment.
- Large 50 mm quill diameter
- MT3 Morse taper
- 120 mm quill travel
- Adjustable off-centre positioning
- Suitable for precision taper turning
Digital Position Display
The integrated EMCO 3-axis digital display provides accurate real-time position feedback and advanced machining support functions.
- Permanent display of X, Z and Zo axes
- Position accuracy of 0.001 mm
- Colour TFT display
- Linear scale or encoder position measurement
- Multi-language operation
Display Functions
- Constant cutting speed support
- 999 tool memory positions
- 999 reference point storage locations
- Home position function
- Remaining travel display
- Metric and imperial modes
- Radius and diameter display
- Single and cumulative Z-axis display
Machine Stand
The heavy-duty machine stand is designed to absorb machining vibrations while providing practical maintenance and cleaning benefits.
- Rigid vibration-absorbing construction
- Integrated coolant drainage system
- Sloped collection trays
- Easy cleaning and maintenance
Safety Features
Operator safety is enhanced through electrically monitored safety systems and machine guarding.
- Electric chuck guard with safety interlock
- Monitored wheel covers
- Electrical safety switching system
- Enhanced operator protection during machining
Typical Components Produced
- Steel drive shafts
- Precision flanges
- Connecting sleeves
- Prototype components
- Precision engineering parts
Dimensions and Weight
- Machine dimensions: 1,650 x 1,060 x 1,635 mm
- Machine weight: 755 kg
Summary
The Emcomat 17 D is a professional-grade precision lathe offering a powerful 5.3 kW spindle drive, infinitely variable speed control, hardened guideways and advanced digital positioning technology. Designed for workshops, laboratories, prototype development and small-scale production, it delivers the precision, reliability and flexibility required for demanding machining applications.
