GRANITE 1300 SERIESCOMBINATION LATHE/MILL/DRILLOPERATOR’S MANUALUpdated April, 2008170 Aprill Dr., Ann Arbor, MI, USA 48103 Toll Free 1-800-476-4849ww
OverviewSmithy machines are proven to be safe and reliable; however, if abused or operatedimproperly, any machine can cause injury. Pleas
Mill SpecificationsColumn Diameter: 3-3/16”Dial Calibration Drill-Coarse Feed: 0.05”Dial Calibration Mill-Fine Feed: 0.001” Drawbars Size (included
Granite 1340 Series MachineGeneral SpecificationsGeneral Dimention: 39” height X 62” length X 22-1/2” widthMachine Weight: Shipping 910 lbs, Machine
Drill Chuck Size (included): GN Classic: 1/2”GN-MAX & GN-IMX: 5/8”Drill Chuck Arbor Size (included): R-8/JT3Head Rotation: 360 DegreesQuill Di
How to Determine Speeds and Feeds for LatheTurning (machine, materials, and tools)The lathe rotates a workpiece against a cutting edge. With it
The lathe spindle holding the workpiece revolves at a selected speed (revolution perminute, or rpm) according to the type and size of the
Cutting Speed and Feeds for High Speed Steel ToolsThe energy expended at the lathe's cutting point converts largely into heat, and becausethe en
In everyday lathe operations like thread cutting and knurling, always use a cutting oil orother lubricant. On such work, especially if the cut is ligh
How to Determine Speeds and Feeds for Milling(machine, materials, and tools)SpeedsMilling cutting rates vary according to the machinability of
Up MillingIn up milling, forces on the workpiece tend to pull it out of the vise or fixture holding it,so fasten it securely. These forces also push t
Ready-to-grind bits and blades are of specially selected HSS, cut to length and properlyheat-treated. They are fine tools in the rough and generally s
Shop Safety RulesYour workshop is only as safe as you make it. Take responsibility for the safety of thosewho use or visit it. This list of rules is b
Materials other than Steel As pointed out earlier,when grinding HSS cutters, we determine cutting angles primarilyby strength requirements, not ke
Bits for Turning and Machining BrassBrass tends to pull or drag when machined. It's best to machine it on dead center withthe top rake in the hor
Acme or Other Special ThreadThread gauge are available for all standard threads. Before grinding such cutters,ascertain the correct pitch a
When to Use Different Kind of EndmillsChoose milling cutters for the type of cut, the number of parts, and the material. Rakeangles depend on both cut
• Geometry-forming endmills form particular geometries. They include ball endmills, roughing endmills, dovetail endmills, T-slot cutters, keyseat cutt
Side Milling CuttersSimilar to plain milling cutters, side milling cutters also have teeth on one or both sides.The teeth on the periphery do most of
Form-relieved Cutters• Formed-tooth cutters machine surfaces with curved outlines. You can sharpen them without changing the tooth outline. Concave
For most work, the beginner will use the Unified National Standard, which is a V-formthread slightly flat on top and at the root. Screw threads
Cutting Right-hand ThreadsNow you are ready to cut right-hand threads. First, advance the tool so it just touchesthe workpiece and turn the compo
Cutting Left-hand Threads Cut left-hand threads exactly as you cut right-hand threads, except feed the carriagetoward the tailstock instea
Machine Safety Rules1. Stop the machine before servicing. Stop the machine before making changes,removing debris, or measuring your work. 2.
Because the feed of successive cuts is toward, not away from the operator, thethread-cutting set is reversed. Also, you must take lighter
Appendix BInch Feed RatesInch threadsare defined asthe number ofthreads in one inch.Metric threads aredefined as the dis-tance between twoadjacent cre
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OverviewIt is a good idea to take inventory of the parts of your machine soon after it isunpacked. By doing so, you can quickly determine if any parts
3-2Or Visit www.smithy.comItems Packed in the Larger Smithy BoxThe following items are packed in the larger of the two Smithy boxes.3: Inventory Check
! Drill Chuck, JT3, 0.8-16 mm with key (for millhead)Part # 72-003 Quantity 1! Drill Chuck Arbor, R-8/JT3Part # 73-080Quantity 1 ! Drill Chuck,JT33,
3: Inventory Check List3-4Or Visit www.smithy.com! Spindle to Speed Reduction Pulley BeltPart # G02043-A630 OrPart # G02043A 1/2” x 27Quantity 1 ! Spe
! DVD, Machine Tool BasicsPart # 12-003Quantity 1! Manual CoverPart # 83-942Quantity 1! Quick Change Toolpost* (Mounted)Part # 45-271Quantity 1! Chuck
4-1Or Visit www.smithy.comOverviewThis chapter will help you to familiarize yourself with the Smithy Granite 1300 models andstandard accessories. Fi
Figure 4.2 Granite 1324 Back ViewTailstockMillheadCarriageAssemblyMotorAssemblyGranite 1300 Series Operator’s Manual4-2For Assistance: Call Toll Free
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Millhead Components & FunctionsThe photos below show the front and back of the millhead of the Smithy Granite machine.The millhead holds the tooli
G. Drill/Mill Fine Feed Handwheel - The handwheel controls the fine feed movementof the quill in and out of the millhead. H. Height Adjustment Drive -
Powerhead Components & FunctionsA. Lathe/Mill Clutch - This clutch engages the mill portion of the Smithy Granite Lathe-Mill-Drill when pulled out
A. Oil Fill Port - Located directly above the motor, it holds 8-10 oz of 30 weight oil.Remove the screw to add oil as necessary.B. Belt Te
Pulley BoxThe pulley box houses the drive pulleys, gears and power components. L-1. Motor Pulley - A three-step pulley attached to the shaft of the mo
L-10. Leadscrew Clutch- Is designed to slip to reduce damage to the machineapron if the carriage is accidentally run into the head of the
B. Cross-Slide Handwheel - This handwheel moves the table toward and away fromthe operator along the Y-Axis. Rotating the handwheel clockwise moves th
I. Carriage Gib Adjustment Screws - These screws press a small metal plate (the gib)to the ways of the bed, increasing or decreasing the tension when
M. Carriage Gib Adjustments Screws - when screwed in, these screws press a smallmetal plate (the gib) to the ways of the bed, increasing or decreasing
B. Turret Bolts - These bolts secure your tooling to the turret. C. 4 Position Turret - The turret holds up to 1/2” tooling. The turret can support up
Table of ContentsChapter 1: IntroductionWelcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1C
A. Tailstock Body - This is the main casting of the tailstock.B. Off-Setting Lock Bolts -These bolts lock the top base of gthe tailstock and preventi
OverviewThe Quick-Start Manual you received before delivery of your Smithy machineprovides detailed instructions for mounting and locating y
Mill Spindle CoverThe mill spindle cover slides over the flange on the top of the millhead.! NOTICE !Arbor PlugInstall the plug setscrew (S12898 into
HandlesInstall any handles or handwheels that have been removed for shipping. Handles can behand installed and tightened with a flat-head screw
Gearbox Open the gearbox door. Lightly grease the gears with a good quality molybdenum orlithium grease or motorcycle-chain lubricant. C
WaysRun the carriage as far to the left as possible. Put a few drops of oil on the ways. Runthe carriage to the extreme right and repeat. Carriage Ass
Carriage Assembly-Cross-Slide TableThere is one button on each side of the cross slide for the cross-slide ways. Compound Angle ToolpostOil the two bu
Cross-Slide ScrewOil the cross-slide screw. The first oil button is located on the apron next to the cross-slide dial and the other is found on the to
Quick Change Gear BoxUse a spray can of lithium grease or motorcycle-chain lubricant. Spray inside thequick-change gearbox through the slo
Adjusting GibsThe Granite 1300 models have a series of straight gibs. The gibs are found on thecarriage, the cross-slide table, com
Ways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-5Carriage Assembly - Saddle . . . . .
Step 6: Once slight resistance is felt, hold the gib adjustment screw in position andtighten the jam nut.Step 7: Repeat steps 5 and 6 w
Adjusting the Gibs on the Compound AngleToolpostAdjust the gibs on the compound-angle toolpost using the procedure below.Step 1: Loosen the jam nu
Adjusting the Gibs on the TailstockAdjust the gibs on the tailstock using the procedure below. Step 1: Unlock the tailstock.Step 2: Remove the outer
Adjusting BacklashBacklash is lost motion in the screw. The user will notice an initial small movement in thehandwheel before the screw responds. The
Cross-Slide Screw to Brass Nut & Nut to SaddleIf there is still excess backlash after the previous adjustment, the backlash is either
Step 5: Reinstall the rear support and tighten the locking bolt for the brass nut.Step 6: Recheck the backlash on the cross-slide.Adjusting Backlash
Step 2: Unscrew the handwheel from the end of the feed screw.Step 3: Using a punch and a small hammer, tighten the spanner nut about one-eighthof a
Step 3: Use a small spanner wrench or a punch with a small mallet to rotate thebearing supports one at a time. The support bearings ar
• Another section that is not as wide and is not keyed to the shaft. It is held in place on the shaft via a locking nut and can be repositioned as de
Step 7: With the quill still locked, move the coarse feed handle and check for areduction in backlash.Step 8: Bend the locking tab bac
Chapter 7: Manual OperationsOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1Changing Bet
Becoming Familiar with Operating Your SmithyGranite Once the machine has been lubricated and adjusted and before you begin working, taketime to become
Running in the LathePerform these operations to familiarize yourself with lathe operation.Step 1: Position the carriage and cross-slide table to a mid
Running in the Mill/DrillPerform these operations to familiarize yourself with mill and drill press operation.Step 1: Position the carriage and cross-
OverviewThis section contains information on installing tooling for your lathe and mill.Setting-up Lathe ToolingThere are three main areas to s
Removing D1-4 Camlock Tooling From theLathe Spindle Step 1: Protect the ways by placing a wooden board or protective materialsuch as styrof
socket on the spindle flange and rotate each camlock clockwise to the lockedposition. The indicator hashmark on each camlock socket should be somewher
Setting-up Tooling in the Mill/Drill SpindleThis section will explain tool mounting in the mill/drill spindle.The mill spindle of the Granite 1300 ser
Step 3: Use a wrench to apply torque to the drawbar. This will draw thefixture firmly into the spindle.Step 4: Reinstall the spindle ca
A common catch box consists of a cardboard or wooden box eight to teninches square with four- to six-inch high sides. Rags loose
OverviewThis section contains information on manual machine operations that arespecific to the Granite 1300 series machines. General machinin
Chapter 12: TroubleshootingPowerfeed and Thread Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1Carriage/Milling Table . . . .
• The right position is marked with a lathe-chuck icon. This position engages the lathe spindle for all lathe operations.• The left position is mar
Coarse Feed OperationPull the fine-feed clutch knob outward while slowly rotating the drill presshandles back and forth. Once the knob is p
operator or counterclockwise to move it toward the operator.The dial iscalibrated in 0.001”. One rotation moves the table 0.10”.Carriage Ass
Before using the longitudinal fine feed handwheel disengage Selector Lever (1-7) and the Selector Lever (I-III). Move the half-nut engagement
OverviewBefore using the more advance features of your Granite 1300 Series Lathe-Mill-Drill, it is important to have a basic understanding of feeds an
Setting the Spindle Rotational SpeedOnce you have determined the proper speed and feed rate for the material thatyou are cutting and the type of cutte
Step 3: Set up the belts as necessary to obtain the desired speed range. Thevariable speed selector dial can be used to adjust the speed within the r
Low Range-Speed Set-upFor low-speeds (optional on early machines), you must convert to a doubledrive belt configuration. Use the procedure below to se
Step 7: Tension the belts by rotating the tension lever on the motor all theway up. Tighten the bolt on the gear quadrant to lock the qu
Below the symbol is a representation of the feed gears, A, B, C, and D on thegear quadrant. These gears are located inside the pulley box. Immediately
Appendix A: Machining Reference GuideHow to Determine Speeds and Feeds for Lathe Turning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Below the gear formula is a repetition of the “Do not change selectorhandle positions while the machine is running” symbol. The Header Ro
Section four and five of the chart list the metric thread pitches when using thefollowing gear set-up:Section 4 Section 5A=33 A=66B=80 B=64C=63 C=63D=
NOTES:! NOTICE !The feed chart on your machine is in millimetersper spindle revolution. Please seeAppendix B forfeed rates based in inches pe
OverviewThe previous section of this manual explained speeds and feed and how theyare determined. This section will give you step by step instructio
The powerfeed operates in either the x- or y-axis. It incorporates the quickchange gear box by engaging the Selector Lever (1-7) and Selec
The powerfeed engagement lever is located on the upper right side of the apronand has a three-position gate with neutral, longitudinal (x axis) and cr
The Jog KnobThe chrome knurled knob located on the upper right side of the gearbox can be used tomanually turn the gear shafts and allow the s
Step 5: Position the selector (I-III) into the position listed on the chart for thedesired feed rate.Step 6: Set the recommeded speed for the work sto
Step 6: Set the recommended speed for the work stock material and cutterthat you are using. (See chapter 8 for setting speeds.)Step 7: Before runni
OverviewThis section of your manual covers threading operations on your Granite 1300series lathe-mill-drill. This section will build the info
WelcomeCongratulations on the purchase of your Smithy Granite machine. We welcomeyou to the Smithy family. Smithy strives to provide you with the best
If slippage occurs during your threading operation adjust the safety clutch byturning each setscrew one at a time a half turn each time untill the c
Step 3: If changing the gear set-up is necessary to achieve the desired threadpitch, follow the procedure under the title “Changing Gears” in the nex
Step 5: Loosen the hex head bolt. This allows the assembly to drop down.Step 6: Position the installed B/C gear unit to mesh with the D gear.Step 6:
Step 9: When you reach the end of the first cut, lift up on the half-nutengagement lever, back the cutter out using the CATP f
Cutting Metric ThreadsStep 1: Select the desired thread pitch that you wish to cut from the chartlocated on the headstock of the Granite 1300 ser
OverviewTo ke ep your Smithy Granite machine running at optimum perform ance , followthis basic maintenance schedule:Before Each Use1. Make
10 Hours (Daily)1. Clean chip build up from machine.2. Brush chips off the longitudinal feed screw.3. Check the oil site gauge under the lathe chuck a
Powerfeed and Thread Cutting1. Powerfeed does not move carriageCause Solution• Carriage locked • Unlock carriage• Speed selector not engaged • Selec
Carriage/Milling Table1. Table won't moveCause Solution• Table locks engaged • Loosen locks• Gibs too tight • Loosen gibs2. Horizontal and vertic
Lathe TurningCause Solution• Tool dull • Sharpen or replace tool• Tool not ground properly • Regrind tool• Tool at wrong angle • Correct tool positio
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6. Too much backlash in the compoundCause Solution• Loose spanner nuts • Tighten spanner nuts• Worn Nut • Replace nut7. Machine slings oil from behind
• Cutting too fast • Reduce speeed• Incorrect bit • Use correct bits• No pilot hole • Drill small pilot hole2. Entrance hole is out of roundCause Solu
MotorHow to check a MotorGet a car battery and attach the two wires coming from the motor to the terminals of thebattery. If the motor runs, the motor
4. Inspect the mating surfaces on the end of the spindle and the back of the chuck forburrs or foreign matter. Clean and deburr these areas as necessa
9. Install the chuck and check the cam rotation. Repeat as necessary.Since there are three studs and cam mounts on the chuck, there are t
Half nut to screw backlashWorn threads on the half nut can cause excessive backlash in the longitudinal direction.Half nuts are made of brass and do w
handle. When the screw starts to get hard to turn, loosen the nut slightly so the screwturns free.3. Hold the inner nut in place and tighten the
4. Slowly tighten the four adjusting screws on the brass nut, one at a time, until a slightdrag is felt while turning the crossfeed handle.5. Install
Note:If you have an older Granite model, the end of the lead screw may not be drilledand tapped. This is a very simple process. You will need a 5/16 x
Granite 1324 Series MachineGeneral SpecificationsGeneral Dimension: 39” height X 46” length X 22-1/2” widthMachine Weight: Shipping 770 lbs, Machine
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