Machining where to start

[eaglemike]

It's always better to get the "industrial" weight stuff, instead of the "hobby" version, if at all possible. The bigger spindle lathe above is a good example. The spindle bearings will be much bigger. It'll be easier to do accurate work, get a better finish. only problem will be room, power, and weight. The big lathes can take up as much room as a car, by the time you have the tooling. Starting the spindle will draw more power than you would probably use in a cut, and the average garage floor might not be happy with the weight. It sure is nice to use good quality tools. Get the best you can afford! (kinda like good glass on a rifle!)

all the best,

Mike

[NoTime2Shoot]

Nice.

:|

Its not big enough.




I've been looking for an oil country lathe. I really need a spindle bore of ~36" or more.

[ARRRR-15]

I have a lot of helpful info on how to use a lathe on this site.

http://www.americanmachinetools.com/how_to_use_a_lathe.htm