Lathe chucks and sizes - Woodworking Talk
WEBFeb 26, 2017 · Just got a new Central Machinery 10X18 wood lathe from Harbor Freight. It's an MT2 taper and looks like the head stock chuck is 1" 8TPI. Can someone confirm this. It may be 7/8 because I took the measurements from o.d. of the threads. I want to purchase a new adjustable chuck and I know they aren't all the same thickness and thread diameter.
Are Harbor Freight lathes any good? - Woodworking Talk
WEBOct 15, 2015 · The HF lathe will sell for about 25% of cost and a more modern lathe will go for 60/80% of cost. The VSR (variable speed reversing) lathes have reached about all that a lathe can do. I expect these VSR lathes to be the height of inventing in the foreseeable future. Therefore I advise a VSR lathe as a starting point.
Considering My First Lathe - Woodworking Talk
WEBOct 26, 2018 · @gmercer_48083 (Gary) is considering a small, budget wood lathe. He asked about a chuck and probably is not interested in one that weighs more than 100 pounds. Here are my responses: The Harbor Freight lathe looks identical to the Excelsior lathes that I have seen. I know several people who have the …
HF 10"x18" Mini Wood Lathe (65345) - Woodworking Talk
WEBMar 5, 2011 · I wouldnt say Im settling. Im currently turning on the HF mini. The Nova lathe is a HUGE upgrade and gets very good reviews. Theres multiple owners right here at WWT and they have no complaints. By dream lathe, I meant that its way more lathe than Ill ever need and its waaaay over budget at $4000 compared to $900 for the Nova.
Proper Pen Mandrel for Harbor Freight Lathe - Woodworking Talk
WEBOct 15, 2012 · Proper Pen Mandrel for Harbor Freight Lathe. Hello, I'm real new to wood working. Picked up an inexpensive lathe at Harbor Freight, which seems to work just fine. But I'd like to turn some pens and am unclear as to the best mandrel to buy for this. Apparently this lathe is unusual in that it does not have a …
Harbor Freight Lathes Any Good? | Page 3 | Woodworking Talk
WEBAug 21, 2009 · Google lathe manufacturers will find a web page with all the wood lathes made in China. You can pick out vendors selling lathes here and in Europe. Not sure if my Jet 16x 42 lathe made in Taiwan or mainland China. Look at all the turned museum pieces turned with carbon or wrought iron steel.
Harbor Freight Lathes Any Good? - Woodworking Talk
WEBNov 20, 2010 · Harborfreight Tools Wood Lathe Hi Tony, I have been using a Harborfreight Tools mini-lathe and I enjoy it. I have used to to sand and refinish turned table legs and to carve spindles. I just bought a chuck from Harborfreight and am looking forward to making some small items, e.g., peppermills.
Harbor Freight Lathes - Woodworking Talk
WEBMar 15, 2009 · The Harbor lathe has these specs. 12" x 33 3/8" turning ability. Headstock rotates 45, 90, 135, or 180 degrees. Its 3/4 hp. w/stand. Variable speed and they are 600, 750, 910, 1080, 1260, 1460, 1680, 1910 and 2400. It has a cast iron bed with morse taper #2 at both ends. It weighs 184 lbs. Has anyone delt with Harbor Freight on there lathes.
Harbor freight Wood lathe for small bowls? - Woodworking Talk
WEBJan 14, 2013 · Its a decent little lathe. A great starter for sure. You cant really turn any bowl larger than 6" or so and the slowest RPM being around 700 dosnt help. I get my larger blanks mostly round on the bandsaw first and then it isnt too bad. Its still underpowered for a larger blank though.
Rigid 1/2 hp wood lathe - Woodworking Talk
WEBMay 26, 2011 · I have been interested in wood turning for quite some time, but have wanted to ease into the craft. I have been looking for a relatively inexpensive lathe and tool set to get my feet wet and ran across a Ridgid 1/2 hp wood lathe on CL for $150.00.