Oh dear It might be time to put the 1980s cnc lathe project into the skip. It is a shame, as the basic lathe parts are of ...

Creating your own precision tools doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With a few simple steps, you can turn a basic screw into a highly functional mini live center, perfect for use with a ...

Considering most mini-lathes range from $400-1000, if you're interested in machining and don't have a TechShop handy, this might be a project for you. See the full writeup with instructions and ...

The project is based on a 7×12 Mini Lathe. There are several brands to choose from and they are almost identical. Check out this comparison. [Jim] started with Homier brand.

TM Series lathes process small to medium-sized part lots. They feature ±0.0002-in. positioning accuracy, 12-station turrets, and spindle speed up to 6,000 rpm. Identified according to chuck size, the ...

The TORMACH INC. 8L Lathe is a small machine with big capabilities, namely the ability to fill turning needs in a variety of spaces. Rigid enough to cut anything, whether it’s plastic, stainless steel ...

Looks like a small, residential noninsulated shop. So my guess is no but I am not the author here and would have to defer to them. Fortunately, these days getting 3 phase from a single phase 15A ...

Resin-cast dominoes are turned on the lathe in this intriguing woodturning project. The challenge of turning small objects in ...