Rigid cast-iron construction delivers extra precision.  Sixty-second drum to disc changeover delivers extra versatility! Cross slide drive has been reengineered as an intgegral unit tucked out of the way beneath the carriage Switch-O-Matic tool plate for instant change form drum to disc turning Infinitely adjustable feeds and spindle speeds for a squeak-free Micro-Finish Micro-Finishes drums up to 32-inches, discs to 18-1/2 inches in diameter Star's Model 1290 delivers OEM accuracy, disc or drum versatility and exceptional service life.  It's engineered to give you the performance of two lathes in one.  Plus the speed and precision to provide profitable service in your shop. Best of all, the Model 1290 is simple ot operate.  It is designed for instant set-up and sutomatic alignment.  Even first-time users are quickly proficient in its use.  The variable spindle speeds and feeds provide a Micro-Finish that requires no follow-up grinding or polishing to asssure noise-free brakes.

SPECIFICATIONS: Refacing Method Two Sides Simultaneously Disc Capacity Range: Diameter 4" to 18-1/2" Thickiness 1/8" to 1-3/4" Drum Capacity Range: Diameter 6" to 32" Depth 8" Drum Carriage Travel 8" Drum Carriage Feeds: Rough Cut .015"/Rev. Finish Cut .005"/Rev. Disc Cross Slide Travel 4-1/8" Disc Cross Side Feed: Infinitely Variable 0 to 3-1/2"/min. Spindle Speeds: Infinitely Variable 75 RPM to 150 RPM Tool Bit Adjustment .001" increments Carriage Return Rapid Traverse Switch Shut-Off Control Automatic & Adjustable Carriage & Cross Slide Design Extra large dovetail ways with adjustable gibs Tool Plate Combination Switch-O-Matic disc & drum Vibration Dampener (disc) Built-in Boring Bar Self-indexing Drum Micrometer Deisgn Automatic read out Drum Micrometer Capacity 6" to 18-1/4" Dimensions Length 35-1/2"; Width 20"; Height 48" Motors Lathe 1 HP, 115/230V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph, 1725 RPM Cross Slide Drive 1/8 HP,  115/230V Shipping Weight 578 lbs.

ALL BRAKE LATHES:
Star Model 1290 Brake Lathe Micro Finish • Transfermatic Lathe • Model 1600
Model 2010 Super Lathe • Model 1960 Brake Drum Lathe
Model 1477 Para-Transit Lathe • Model ZDL Versa Lathe