{"product_id":"baileigh-pl-1236e-12-x-36-metal-lathe","title":"Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBaileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAre you running a small machine shop, maintenance department, or fabrication facility that needs a capable metal lathe for everyday turning, facing, and threading on 220V single-phase power?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat if a metal lathe gave you a 12-inch swing, 36 inches between centers, a geared headstock from 70 to 1,400 RPM, and both inch and metric threading — with the option to add a factory-installed X\/Y-axis DRO?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Baileigh PL-1236E, a 12-inch by 36-inch metal lathe available in a Standard configuration and a Variable Speed configuration with integrated digital readout, built for small machine shops and fabrication facilities that need accurate, reliable turning in a compact footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the PL-1236E, you get a 2 HP motor on 220V single-phase power, a 1.5-inch spindle bore, gear-driven feeds, and a heavy cast iron base with precision-ground bed ways that holds alignment through daily machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the PL-1236E is set up for your work, you get clean, consistent results on a broad range of medium-size workpieces with a machine built for dependable daily shop use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/baileigh_lathe_workshop_480x480.png?v=1777912769\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 00000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"clear:both;\"\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBaileigh PL-1236E for Everyday Precision Metal Lathe Turning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeared Headstock Delivers Smooth Speed Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe geared headstock provides variable spindle speeds from 70 to 1,400 RPM with smooth torque delivery across the full range. This speed range covers general turning, facing, and threading on a wide variety of metals without requiring an external speed controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCast Iron Base and Precision-Ground Bed Ways Hold Alignment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavy cast iron base and precision-ground bed ways keep the machine rigid and stable through repeated daily machining operations. This construction minimizes vibration that affects surface finish and dimensional accuracy, keeping results consistent across a full day of shop work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInch and Metric Threading Cover Standard Machining Requirements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PL-1236E cuts inch threads from 4 to 56 TPI and metric threads from 0.4 to 7mm, covering the standard threading requirements that machine shops and maintenance departments encounter regularly. Gear-driven longitudinal and cross feeds provide controlled material removal rates across turning and facing operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVariable Speed Variant Adds Factory-Installed X\/Y-Axis DRO\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Variable Speed configuration includes a factory-installed digital readout on both the X and Y axes, improving measurement accuracy and reducing setup errors on close-tolerance work. Both configurations share the same 12-inch swing, 36-inch center distance, and geared headstock platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe3_480x480.jpg?v=1777301441\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 00000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe4_480x480.jpg?v=1777301441\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 00000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe5_480x480.jpg?v=1777301441\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 000000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe9_480x480.jpg?v=1777301441\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 00000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-third-column-last\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe8_480x480.jpg?v=1777301441\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 000000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe6_480x480.jpg?v=1777301441\" alt='Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe' style=\"margin-bottom: 00000px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr style=\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhat's Included? Baileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeared Headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivers smooth torque and speed control from 70 to 1,400 RPM for turning, facing, and threading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX\/Y-Axis Digital Readout (Variable Speed variant)\u003c\/strong\u003e — factory-installed DRO on both axes improves measurement accuracy and reduces setup errors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBaileigh PL-1236E 12\" × 36\" Metal Lathe Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard (PL-1236E) | Variable Speed with DRO (PL-1236E-DRO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock Number (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e BA9-1016616\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStock Number (Variable Speed):\u003c\/strong\u003e BA9-1016617\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e PL-1236E-1.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number (Variable Speed):\u003c\/strong\u003e PL-1236E-DRO-1.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220V, single-phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Over Bed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistance Between Centers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle Speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–1,400 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle Bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle Taper:\u003c\/strong\u003e MT3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle Travel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeadscrew Thread Pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 TPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInch Thread Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–56 TPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetric Thread Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4–7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLongitudinal Feed Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.002\"–0.0548\" per rev\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross Feed Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.007\"–0.0187\" per rev\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGap Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Readout (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Readout (Variable Speed):\u003c\/strong\u003e X\/Y-axis DRO included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembled Dimensions (Variable Speed):\u003c\/strong\u003e 69\" x 44\" x 64\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,395 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight (Variable Speed):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,420 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Manual (Standard):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/assets.jpwindustries.com\/m\/5dc490d053d3a70f\/original\/PL_1236E_1_0_2of2_10_2020_pdf.pdf\"\u003ePL-1236E Operator Manual (Part 1 of 2)\u003c\/a\u003e |\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/assets.jpwindustries.com\/m\/23f4eeb8693f8893\/original\/PL_1236E_1_0_1of2_10_2020_pdf.pdf\"\u003e PL-1236E Operator Manual (Part 2 of 2)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Manual (Variable Speed):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/assets.jpwindustries.com\/m\/524d6ab5eebb3382\/original\/PL_1236E_DRO_1_0_2of2_06_2017_pdf.pdf\"\u003ePL-1236E-DRO Operator Manual (Part 1 of 2)\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/assets.jpwindustries.com\/m\/44a0924791c15d22\/original\/PL_1236E_DRO_1_0_1of2_06_2017_pdf.pdf\"\u003ePL-1236E-DRO Operator Manual (Part 2 of 2)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baileigh","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":43681343766594,"sku":"BA9-1016616","price":10229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Variable Speed","offer_id":43681343799362,"sku":"BA9-1016617","price":11065.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1188\/6562\/files\/BaileighPL-1236E12_x36_MetalLathe1.jpg?v=1777301441","url":"https:\/\/www.advmachinery.com\/products\/baileigh-pl-1236e-12-x-36-metal-lathe","provider":"Advanced Machinery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}