Johnford ST-60BH
Key Specifications
Max Spindle
Rapid Traverse
Spindle Power
swing over bed
swing over cross slide
chuck size
How much does the Johnford ST-60BH cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
The Johnford ST-60BH is the mid-length, mid-spindle lathe of the H frame: 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of Z travel, an A2-11 spindle and 920 mm (36.2 in) of swing over the bed.
Its interest lies in what the frame does for the milling options. A Y axis of ±75 mm (±3 in), a 12-position live tool turret in VDI or BMT and a 0.001° C axis can all be added. On a part that nearly fills the 700 mm (27.6 in) swing over the cross slide, bolt circles and flats sit far from the center, and the 370 mm (14.6 in) of X travel is what lets a live tool reach them. The 7 kW X-axis motor carries the heavier live turret without strain.
Without those options it is a strong two-axis lathe. The spindle has a 132.5 mm (5.2 in) bore, 116 mm (4.6 in) of bar capacity and four automatic speeds to 2,000 rpm, with 22 / 26 kW (29.5 / 34.9 hp) standard and 30 / 37 kW (40.2 / 49.6 hp) optional.
The tailstock travels 900 mm (35.4 in) and uses an MT#5 quill of Ø125 mm (4.9 in). Rapid traverse is 15 m/min on X and 18 m/min on Z. Weight is 12,200 kg (26,840 lb) and length 6,195 mm (243.9 in).
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Swing Over Bed | 920 mm (36.2 in) |
| Swing Over Cross Slide | 700 mm (27.6 in) |
| Chuck Size | 381 mm (15 in) |
| Chuck Size Optional | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Bar Capacity | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Spindle Nose | A2-11 |
| Spindle Bore | 132.5 mm (5.2 in) |
| Spindle Transmission | Auto 4 speeds |
| Max Spindle Speed | 2,000 rpm |
| Spindle Motor Power | 22 / 26 kW (29.5 / 34.9 hp) (Std.); 30 / 37 kW (40.2 / 49.6 hp) (Opt.) |
| Spindle Bearing Diameter | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Turret Stations | 12 |
| X Axis Travel | 370 mm (14.6 in) |
| Y Axis Travel Optional | ±75 mm (±3 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 1,200 mm (47.2 in) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | X: 15 m/min (591 ipm); Y: 10 m/min (394 ipm); Z: 18 m/min (709 ipm) |
| Tailstock Travel | 900 mm (35.4 in) |
| Tailstock Quill Travel | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Tailstock Quill Diameter | Ø125 mm (Ø4.9 in) |
| Tailstock Taper | MT#5 |
| Servo Motor X | 7 kW |
| Servo Motor Y Optional | 3 kW |
| Servo Motor Z | 7 kW |
| Bed Inclination | 60° |
| Machine Weight | 12,200 kg (26,840 lb) |
| Machine Dimensions | 6,195 x 2,270 x 2,765 mm (243.9 x 89.4 x 108.9 in) |
Specifications sourced from johnford.com.tw — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of Z travel with 700 mm (27.6 in) swing over the cross slide
- Y axis, C axis and live tool turret can be added
- 370 mm (14.6 in) of X travel
- 2,000 rpm with four automatic speeds
- 7 kW servo motors on X and Z
Limitations
- Milling options are all extras
- MT#5 tailstock quill of Ø125 mm (4.9 in)
- Y travel limited to ±75 mm (±3 in)
- 116 mm (4.6 in) bar capacity
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
With options. The standard turret holds turning tools. A 12-position live tool turret in VDI or BMT, a 0.001° C axis for the main spindle and a Y axis of ±75 mm (±3 in) with a 3 kW motor are optional.
02
Swing over the bed 920 mm (36.2 in), over the cross slide 700 mm (27.6 in), Z travel 1,200 mm (47.2 in), X travel 370 mm (14.6 in) and bar capacity 116 mm (4.6 in).
03
The ST-60BX is the next frame up: 1,020 mm (40.2 in) swing over the bed, 800 mm (31.5 in) over the cross slide, 420 mm (16.5 in) of X travel and rapids of 12 m/min and 16 m/min. It weighs 12,300 kg (27,060 lb) against 12,200 kg (26,840 lb).
04
6,195 x 2,270 x 2,765 mm (243.9 x 89.4 x 108.9 in), with a machine weight of 12,200 kg (26,840 lb). A chain type chip conveyor with trolley is included.
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