1995 Okamoto Linear 618 Surface Grinder

Up for sale is this 1995 Okamoto Linear 618 manual surface grinder. This is a 6″ X 18″ model that has a maximum capacity of 7.5″ X 18.0″. The maximum table travel is 8″ X 21″. This machine is equipped with a Walker electromagnetic LBP fine pole chuck as well as a Walker variable strength chuck control. This also has a factory installed Sony dual axis DRO model LH31A. The glass scales are high precision Sony Magnescale SR-180’s. This machine has a one shot lubrication pump for easy lubrication all around. This machine has a 2HP motor that is dual voltage and can be run on 230V or 460V. This machine has the additional coolant guard and nozzle. Included with this machine is a coolant pump/sump (Graymills brand) as well as all the cast iron machine feet.

The backlash in the cross feed dial is 0.003″-0.004″ throughout the entire length of travel. Much of the original hand flaking is still visible on both V ways as well which indicates low wear.

This is a very heavy duty and rigid roller ball way surface grinder (2020 lbs) and is one of the best made. This machine is made in Japan. To purchase a machine like this new would cost over $25,000. There is a good reason many of the best tool rooms choose Okamoto machines.

This machine is powered up and available for inspection. 

All sales are “As-Is” FOB New Berlin, WI 53151 freight collect (buyer is responsible for all freight costs but we are happy to assist in making arrangements). Machine is under power and available for inspection.

I will help in any way I can to assist in transportation of this machine. Shipping weight is approx. 2200 pounds and shipping dimensions are roughly 70″ X 70″ X 70″. Forklift is on-site and can load this onto a truck or trailer.