CJ
Teach Lathe

Overview

The CJ-18, CJ-22, and CJ-26 are the most popular models in Kingston’s CNC teach lathe line, providing a convenient teach-in operating experience with a precise, versatile, and highly productive universal lathe. Now shipping with the intuitive new conversational Kingston App, it is easier than ever before to reduce cycle times and increase repeatability using CNC technology. From the 2.125" bore CJ-1825 (18" x 17") to the 4.1" bore (upgradeable to 6.1") CJ-26240 (26" x 240"), we've got you covered. Ideal for a machine shop transitioning to CNC and for technical schools that train machinists, Kingston's CJ teach lathe model and its intuitive programming interface are a perfect bridge between manual skills and actual CNC programming.

Optional Accessories

  • 6.1" Spindle Bore Upgrade (CJ 26 only)
  • Fagor 8060FL Control with Spindle Servo Motor
  • Siemens 828D Control with Spindle Servo Motor
  • Auto 4-Way Toolpost
  • V8 Turret 
  • Rear Chuck Adapter
  • Steady Rests
  • Follow Rests
  • Boring Bar Holder on Cross Slide  (CJ 26 only)
  • Hydraulic Tailstock
  • Aloris Quick Change Tool Post & Sets
  • Air, Manual, & Hydraulic Chucks

Standard Features

  • Fanuc 0iTF Plus Control w/ Spindle Servo Motor
  • Intuitive Programming Application: Kingston App
  • Two Electric Handwheels on Control Panel
  • One Remote MPG Handwheel
  • Two T-Slots on Cross Slide
  • Headstock, Slide Ways & Ball Screw Auto-Lube
  • Full Enclosure End Guard
  • Front Moveable Chip Cart
  • Full Length Rear Splash Guard
  • Cooling System

Overview

The CJ-18, CJ-22, and CJ-26 are the most popular models in Kingston’s CNC teach lathe line, providing a convenient teach-in operating experience with a precise, versatile, and highly productive universal lathe. Now shipping with the intuitive new conversational Kingston App, it is easier than ever before to reduce cycle times and increase repeatability using CNC technology. From the 2.125" bore CJ-1825 (18" x 17") to the 4.1" bore (upgradeable to 6.1") CJ-26240 (26" x 240"), we've got you covered. Ideal for a machine shop transitioning to CNC and for technical schools that train machinists, Kingston's CJ teach lathe model and its intuitive programming interface are a perfect bridge between manual skills and actual CNC programming.

Optional Accessories

  • 6.1" Spindle Bore Upgrade (CJ 26 only)
  • Fagor 8060FL Control with Spindle Servo Motor
  • Siemens 828D Control with Spindle Servo Motor
  • Auto 4-Way Toolpost
  • V8 Turret 
  • Rear Chuck Adapter
  • Steady Rests
  • Follow Rests
  • Boring Bar Holder on Cross Slide  (CJ 26 only)
  • Hydraulic Tailstock
  • Aloris Quick Change Tool Post & Sets
  • Air, Manual, & Hydraulic Chucks

Standard Features

  • Fanuc 0iTF Plus Control w/ Spindle Servo Motor
  • Intuitive Programming Application: Kingston App
  • Two Electric Handwheels on Control Panel
  • One Remote MPG Handwheel
  • Two T-Slots on Cross Slide
  • Headstock, Slide Ways & Ball Screw Auto-Lube
  • Full Enclosure End Guard
  • Front Moveable Chip Cart
  • Full Length Rear Splash Guard
  • Cooling System

 

Capacity CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
Swing Over Bed 18" 22" 26"
Swing Over Cross Slide 11.2” 15.5" 17.8"
Distance Between Centers 17” / 40"  40" / 60” / 80” / 120”  60” / 80” / 120” / 160” / 200" / 240"
Maximum Cutting Length 10.2" / 33.8" 24.7" / 46.8" / 64.9" / 104.7" 44.8” / 65.0” / 104.7” / 144.8” / 184.2” / 223.6”
Width of Bed 12.5" 13.5" 18.9”

 

Headstock CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
Spindle Bore 2.125” 3.125” 4.1” (opt. 6.1” A2-11)
Spindle Servo Motor βi8 (10 / 15 HP) βi12i (15 / 20 HP)  βiIP40 (20 / 25 HP)
Type of Spindle Nose D1-6 D1-8 D1-11

 

Gear Box CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
Number of Speed Ranges 3 3 3
Spindle Speed 13 – 3500 RPM 26 – 2400 RPM 26 – 2000 RPM (6.1" bore: 30 – 1400)

 

Turret CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
Max. Stroke X-Axis n/a 12.4” 15.3”
Max. Stroke Z-Axis n/a 26.8" / 46.8" / 66.9" / 106.7" 46.8” / 67.0” / 106.7” / 146.8” / 186.2” / 225.6”
Rapid Traverse X-Axis n/a  236 in/min 315 in/min
Rapid Traverse Z-Axis n/a  236 in/min 275 in/min

 

Servo Motor CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
X-Axis 2 Nm 2 Nm 11 Nm
Z-Axis 7 Nm 7 Nm

20 Nm

 

Ball Screw CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
X-Axis Ø 20, P= 5 Ø 25, P= 5 Ø32, P=5
Z-Axis Ø 32, P= 5 Ø 40, P= 10 Ø 50, P=10

 

Tailstock CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
Tailstock Quill Center M.T. # 5 M.T. # 5 M.T. # 6
Tailstock Quill Diameter Ø 2.87" Ø 2.95" Ø 4.125
Tailstock Quill Travel 5.5” 7.87” 11.8”

 

Dimensions (L x W x H) CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
17" 107" x 89" x 85" n/a n/a
40"  131" x 89" x 85" 117" x 83" x 88" n/a
60” n/a 145” x 83” x 88” 165” x 89” x 88”
80” n/a 164” x 83” x 88” 185” x 89” x 88”
120” n/a 204” x 83” x 88” 224” x 89” x 88”
160” n/a n/a 264” x 89” x 88”
200" n/a n/a 303" x 89" x 88"
240" n/a n/a 343" x 89" x 88"

 

Weight (lbs) CJ 18 CJ 22 CJ 26
  4,400 / 4,900 7,300 / 8,000 / 8,400 / 10,600 10,800 / 12,200 / 15,000 / 18,100 / 21,400 / 24,700

 

Total Power Required CJ 18" CJ 22 CJ 26 
  14.5 KVA

14.5 KVA

26 KVA