CONVENTIONAL LATHE

Manufacturer: H. BRUET Fils (France)

Address: 321 Avenue Wilson, La Plaine

Apparent Model: 500-575 HB-EDP 2m

Feed/threading system: Integrated gearbox with lever selection (no gear change required)

Type: Conventional parallel lathe

Capacity:

• Between centers: ≈ 2 meters
• Swing over bed: ~500–575 mm (depending on version)

Threading box – threads available without gear changes:

• Metric threads: from 0.0937 to 6 mm
• Whitworth threads (TPI): from 3 to 78 TPI
• Fine/special threads: 0.146 – 1.25 – 2.25 – 5.25 mm etc.
• Selection via lever pairs (A-H, B-V...)
• Feed direction: Push / Pull based on threading type

Longitudinal feeds:

• Multiple settings via levers, indexed 1–9
• “Pulled” lever position for feed engagement
• Fully integrated gear mechanism (see side diagram)

Drive system:

• Belt or direct motor coupling
• Built-in mechanical reversing
• Lubrication by splash or pump (depending on build)

APPLICATION OF THE H. BRUET HB LATHE

Universal lathe for general machining operations: turning, facing, threading on metal parts. Suitable for workshops, maintenance departments, and tooling operations.

FEATURES / DIFFERENTIATORS – HB-EDP

• Direct thread selection without gear swapping
• Patented gearbox system with indexed levers
• Wide pitch range: metric, Whitworth, special threads
• Rigid build for heavy-duty metal machining
• Straightforward mechanical design for easy servicing