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A high quality mini lathe ideal for the production of smaller pieces or where the workshop size does not allow for a longer bed. The bed, headstock and tailstock are all constructed from cast iron to give vibration free running but the compact size means the weight is still manageable and the lathe can be removed from the bench when not in use. Electronic variable speed control allows the ideal speed to be quickly selected for jobs of any diameter. The cam lock banjo is supplied with two different sized tool rests and is fully adjustable without the need for any tools. Supplied with drive centre, tail centre, 7" tool rest, 4 1/2" toolrest, 6" faceplate, cable and plug. Specifications: 330mm between centres, 200mm over bed, 250W motor, Speeds 750 -3200rpm. Spindle thread 3/4 x 16tpi, 1MT tapers, Dimensions (WxDxH) 690mm x 220mm x310mm. weight 20kg, Rating DIY. note this is a small lathe suitable for lace bobbins, pen turning and other similar projects. 

The optional Extension bed simply bolts onto the main bed and extends the distance between centres to 1000mm (39") Ideal for turners who only occasionally need that extra length in a workshop where space is at a premium.

Still the most popular lathe in the UK market thanks to the heavy cast iron construction, accurate machining and great value for money. Spindles of up to 12" diameter and 35" in length can be precisely turned over the bed using the cam-lock sliding toolrest. The sliding tail stock also uses a cam-lock for quick adjustments. The rotating headstock design allows for larger diameter work, such as bowl turning, of up to 15" in diameter, to be turned over the front of the machine and obtaining the correct speed for cutting is no problem with the variable speed controller. When using the headstock rotated to the front, the extendable toolrest can be positioned on either the left or right hand side. Supplied with hollow headstock and tailstock suitable for long hole boring, floorstand, NVR switch, 12" toolrest, 4 prong drive centre 1MT, revolving tail centre 1MT, 6" diameter faceplate, cable and plug. New for 2008 is an upgraded version of this lathe with a more powerful 550w induction motor and a digital display to provide an accurate speed readout, particularly helpful for beginners. Specification: Distance between centres 900mm, Distance over bed 310mm, Motor (induction) 550W, Speeds 10 (500-2000) rpm, Spindle thread size 3/4" x 16tpi, Head and tail tapers 1MT, Dimensions (WxDxH) 1500mm x 450mm x 1120mm, Weight 80kg, Rating DIY/Light trade.

The headstock on this professional level lathe can be positioned anywhere along the bed and rotated to any angle so that a comfortable position can always be found for any job. The headstock, toolrest and tailstock are all made from cast iron and have cam-locking levers for fast adjustment. The lathe is connected to any standard 240volt power supply but an inverter then converts the power to 3 phase to allow a full range of speed control down to 200rpm without losing any torque from the motor. The 3 phase inverter ensures the same amount of power output even when running at low speeds. A digital display gives an accurate speed reading at all times. A pulley change selects the low or high speed range, low is used for heavier workpieces, high for small diameter pieces or finishing. The versatility of this machine is further increased with the addition of a reverse direction selector, 36 position pin indexing, hollow headstock and tailstock suitable for long hole boring and a handle for manual rotation.  A cast iron floorstand with four adjustable rubber feet and brackets should you wish to attach a storage shelf completes the package. Supplied with four pronged drive centre, revolving tail centre, push button spindle lock, centre knock out bar, floorstand, 355mm toolrest, 150mm diameter faceplate, cable and plug.  For those wishing to turn seriously large pieces we offer an outrigger attachment which will allow bowl turning up to 810mm (32") diameter, with a fully adjustable tool rest. Specification: Distance between centres 1060mm, Distance over bed 400mm, Motor (Induction) 1100w, 240v, Speed Ranges 2(200-1600rpm, 200-3200rpm), Spindle thread size M33 x 3.5, Spindle tapers 2MT, Headstock rotation 360 (pre-sets at 45,90,135,180,270), Spindle centre to floor 1130mm, Dimensions (WxDxH) 1790mm x 440mm x 1170mm, Weight 180Kg, Rating Trade.  Includes bowl turning attachment worth £149.00

For those wishing to turn seriously large pieces we offer an outrigger attachment which will allow bowl turning up to 810mm (32") diameter, with a fully adjustable tool rest.