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Rung turning lathe
semi-automatic, pulley driven ladder-rung lathe; heavy cast iron frame; revolving multiple rung mounts with 4 pairs of centres which enable lathe to be loaded/unloaded whilst cutting continues; adjustable for length; compound cutting mechanism with 14 cutters mounted on cylinder (10 broad cutters parallel to work, 4 narrow cutters at right angles to it)
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
F91.82
Creation/Production
Kirchner
Date: 20th century (early)
Acquisition
Donation, 1991
Measurements
Length
(cm): 233
Width
(cm): 116
Height
(cm): 129
Material
cast iron
steel
brass
Location
In store
Categories
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