New and Improved 1440GS Ordered

[MtnBiker]

Recently ordered the new and improved 1440GS (you have to call - shows Out of stock on the website). And of note, there is a new variable speed (single phase connection, internal 3ph/VFD) option available. For anyone considering a new lathe made to a more cost-conscious price point, this may be an interesting option. This new model should slot in quality-wise between PMs other mainland China 1440 models and ultra-precision Taiwan models while providing very competitive features and work envelope...at least that's my take on it. PM says more info to come soon ("New and Improved model finalized as of April 2021 June 2021 Expected Availability Details to be posted shortly. Very similar model to what is shown, with many small improvements made").

 

[wrmiller]

Post back when you get it, give us your impressions, and post lots of pics!

 

[wrmiller]

Matt has a 1440BV (variable) on his site. Is this the one you're getting, or is it a different one or a upgraded version of this?

 

[MtnBiker]

Matt has a 1440BV (variable) on his site. Is this the one you're getting, or is it a different one or a upgraded version of this?

Not the BV. This one is not on the site yet but will be soon. It is a replacement for the GS. There is both a traditional geared head and variable option. Both 3hp (the BV is 2hp)

 

[7milesup]

I am curious about the specs. I ended up buying an Eisen 1440E after considering the 1340GT from Matt. The only difference between the Eisen and the PM, at least from what I can figure out, is the bore size. The Eisen was $3000 less than the PM 1440GT, yet the Eisen is made in Taiwan.

 

[MtnBiker]

I am curious about the specs. I ended up buying an Eisen 1440E after considering the 1340GT from Matt. The only difference between the Eisen and the PM, at least from what I can figure out, is the bore size. The Eisen was $3000 less than the PM 1440GT, yet the Eisen is made in Taiwan.

Specs will be very similar to the current GS from what I gather (except for the variable speed option). Not in the same class as a 1440GT but a step up from the BV and E-LB. Your Eisen is certainly better made (not really a question). All in, the GS replacement made sense as a first lathe for us - won't be our last. I played with a 21x40 the other day (3.5" bore) and loved it.

 

[ArmyDoc]

Would love to see the owners manual for this machine and some pics. Hope they update the site soon.

 

[Hozzie]

Full disclosure that I have one of the previous 1440GS's (It's 3 years old now, but doesn't get used hardly ever because it can't thread without kicking out of gear). Not to be negative, but I really hope the improvements are quite large. I know the price point is nice, but mine is a POS. I have yet to hear of one person that was truly unhappy with a Taiwan machine. I will be selling mine at a multi-thousand dollar loss to buy a Taiwan machine.

I know the cost is tempting and I do hope they have really improved them, but I would be really sure. Best case, I would want to see one in person first. Once it's delivered it's yours whether it's good or bad. I offered to ship mine back at my cost within two weeks of receiving it and pay the difference for a 1440GT and they wouldn't do it.

 

[MtnBiker]

Full disclosure that I have one of the previous 1440GS's (It's 3 years old now, but doesn't get used hardly ever because it can't thread without kicking out of gear). Not to be negative, but I really hope the improvements are quite large. I know the price point is nice, but mine is a POS. I have yet to hear of one person that was truly unhappy with a Taiwan machine. I will be selling mine at a multi-thousand dollar loss to buy a Taiwan machine.

I know the cost is tempting and I do hope they have really improved them, but I would be really sure. Best case, I would want to see one in person first. Once it's delivered it's yours whether it's good or bad. I offered to ship mine back at my cost within two weeks of receiving it and pay the difference for a 1440GT and they wouldn't do it.

You're not the first (about #7 now). You guys are starting to get in my head. There is no way I'm paying the money for a 1440GT as good as they are. I can probably do a 1640TL in about a year or so and that appears to be a legit commercial machine. Have a machinist acquaintance that can turn stuff for us if needed - but then I won't be building skills. Lot's to think about.

 

[matthewsx]

If you’re buying for a business get what you need and start making money. It’s called opportunity cost and if your plan is sound you won’t regret stretching to get started sooner. Since you’ve had your hands on real commercial iron dealing with hobby stuff probably doesn’t make sense for a business. Capital investment is what makes manufacturing run.

John