JET E-1440VS Elite EVS Lathe with Taper Attachment and Collet Closer is a precision-engineered EVS lathe from JET designed for schools, small shops, and engineering labs that demand large-machine capability in a compact footprint. Equipped with an inverter drive system for infinitely variable spindle speeds, hardened and ground headstock gears, and a full suite of safety and convenience features, this Elite-series machine delivers the control and reliability that serious machinists require. Key Features 4-Position Carriage Stop for repeatable, accurate cuts Chuck guards are standard equipment on all ELITE lathes for increased safety Front facing chip pan allows easy chip removal from the front of the machine Hardened and ground gears in headstock reduce vibration and deflection Inverter drive system provides infinitely variable spindle speeds LED RPM readout allows for precise turning speeds Two speed gearbox allows low speeds from 40-365 RPM to high speeds from 165-2000 RPM Certified Meehanite castings for superior rigidity and long-term accuracy Electro-magnetic brake for fast, controlled spindle stops Three jaw chuck included as standard equipment Ball bearing-mounted steady and follow rests CNC Style Lighting with enclosed splash guard CSA/CUS Certified Specifications MPN: JT9-892452 Style (Type): ELITE EVS Drive: EVS Size: 14 x 40 Motor: 3 HP, 230V, 3Ph Amperage Draw @ 230V 3Ph: 9 Range of Spindle Speeds (RPM): 0-2,200 Two Speed Gearbox Low Range (RPM): 40-365 Two Speed Gearbox High Range (RPM): 165-2000 Spindle Bore (In.): 1-1/2 Spindle Mount: D1-4 Spindle Taper with Sleeve: MT-5 Number of Inch Threads: 40 Range of Inch Threads (TPI): 4-112 Number of Metric Threads: 22 Range of Metric Threads: 0.45-7.5 Number of Longitudinal and Cross Feed Rates: 80 Range of Longitudinal Feeds (IPR): 0.0012-0.0294 Range of Cross Feeds (IPR): 0.0003-0.01 Compound Slide Travel (In.): 4 Cross Slide Travel (In.): 7 Length of Gap (In.): 9 Steady Rest Capacity (In.): 1/4-2-3/4 Overall Dimensions (L x W x H) (In.): 77 x 30 x 58 Country of Origin: Taiwan Prop 65: Cancer and Reproductive Harm Frequently Asked Questions What spindle speed range does the E-1440VS provide, and how are speeds controlled? The E-1440VS features an inverter drive system that provides infinitely variable spindle speeds across a range of 0-2,200 RPM. A two speed gearbox further divides this into a low range of 40-365 RPM and a high range of 165-2000 RPM. An LED RPM readout allows for precise turning speeds at a glance, giving operators full control over their cutting parameters. What threading capabilities does this lathe offer? This lathe supports 40 inch thread pitches ranging from 4-112 TPI and 22 metric thread pitches ranging from 0.45-7.5 mm. It also provides 80 longitudinal and cross feed rates, with longitudinal feeds ranging from 0.0012-0.0294 IPR and cross feeds ranging from 0.0003-0.01 IPR, making it highly versatile for a wide variety of threading and turning operations. What safety features are included on Elite EVS lathes? Chuck guards are standard equipment on all ELITE lathes for increased safety. Additional safety-oriented features include an electro-magnetic brake for rapid spindle stopping, CNC Style Lighting with an enclosed splash guard, and a front facing chip pan that allows easy chip removal from the front of the machine without reaching over moving parts. What makes the headstock on this lathe well-suited for precision work? The headstock is built with hardened and ground gears that reduce vibration and deflection during cutting operations. Combined with certified Meehanite castings throughout the machine for enhanced rigidity, and a D1-4 spindle mount with a 1-1/2 in. spindle bore and MT-5 spindle taper with sleeve, the E-1440VS is engineered to maintain tight tolerances across a broad range of turning applications.