11-07-2024, 09:32 PM
My lathe is a HF12x36 as well that I converted to 3-phase. Here is a page from my manual.
12x36lathe 18.pdf (Size: 57.83 KB / Downloads: 4)
That said, I've been running a medium weight spindle oil in mine to cut down on leakage. Lightweight oil in my lathe seems like it comes out just as fast as I can pour it in. Medium weight not so much.
12x36lathe 18.pdf (Size: 57.83 KB / Downloads: 4)
That said, I've been running a medium weight spindle oil in mine to cut down on leakage. Lightweight oil in my lathe seems like it comes out just as fast as I can pour it in. Medium weight not so much.
Willie