Thread: Mini Lathe

If that is all you want to do, I would just use a drill. Clamp drill down to a board and add tool rest to suit the job.

Added note: Some use their drill press to do something similar, but working horizontally is more flexible IMO. Don't forget to wear eye protection!

Originally Posted by NeilS

If that is all you want to do, I would just use a drill. Clamp drill down to a board and add tool rest to suit the job.

Added note: Some use their drill press to do something similar, but working horizontally is more flexible IMO. Don't forget to wear eye protection!

Thanks Neil,
yes i have considered that option, but would prefer a more permanent solution that was always at hand. If i can’t find something then yes, will probably look around for something along those lines.

Appreciate the suggestion.

Cheers
Mal

STOP! These are available on Ebay for less then $60 including postage so definitely don't pay $140. Just search mini wood lathe on Ebay. Also check out this review Youtube Should You Buy A $40 Mini Lathe? - Mini Lathe Review - YouTube. Doesn't look good.
Chris

Hi Draconus, I purchased one of those lathes to turn pens. It worked fine for that. I probably made about 50 pens. I haven't used it for a while, but till get it outa the cupboard again one day.

Paul

Originally Posted by doragus

STOP! These are available on Ebay for less then $60 including postage so definitely don't pay $140. Just search mini wood lathe on Ebay. Also check out this review Youtube Should You Buy A $40 Mini Lathe? - Mini Lathe Review - YouTube. Doesn't look good.
Chris

Yes ! I found them after i posted my query… a few other models too.. some even have stronger motors.

thanks Chris and Merry Christmas 🎄

cheers
mal

Originally Posted by Pauls321

Hi Draconus, I purchased one of those lathes to turn pens. It worked fine for that. I probably made about 50 pens. I haven't used it for a while, but till get it outa the cupboard again one day.

Paul

Ah good to hear Paul…thanks for the feedback.

Merry Christmas ��
Cheers
mal.

I would go with this route. Membuat Mini Lathe | Mesin Bubut Mini - YouTube

This is made of metal, not needed for wood turning of small parts. The headstock can be a large block of hardwood. A 4x4 about 6" high drilled for a bearing in the outboard and inboard side. A long bolt that us threaded to hold a drill chuck fir the spindle. Bearings to fit the bolt. Motor, I think you can find a motor like the one on eBay. Look for models 895 or 795 DC motor. There are also motor controllers, power supply units and just about everything else that is needed to create a great unit.

If I was not in my 70's I would make the metal version. Add a tailstock and make it dual use, both metal and wood lathe. The lathe ways can be purchased, they are linear rails for a 3D printer available on eBay. It would be a kickass machine. Look at the YouTuber's other videos, he makes RC models cars.

Here is another idea to look at. Mini Lathe Build - YouTube

Another mini lathe, this one also made by the first link I posted

Mini Lathe 2 Build - YouTube