12 best wood lathe turning projects

• 【1/3 HORSE POWER MOTOR】- 1/3 Horse Power motor, turning speed 4500RPM, Voltage: 110V. The powerful  motor starts softly offering motor's maximize safety and low noise.
• 【UNRIVALED SPEED CONTROL】- Turning speed control knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust speed freely within 500-3200 RPM. MT1 Spindle.
• 【LARGE WORK CAPACITY】- 12" (305mm) distance between centers, swing over bed 8" (203mm). High concentricity. Moving tailstock to adjust proper distances for workpieces.
• 【CAST IRON CONSTRUCTION】- Cast iron constructed wood lathes for durability and strength, providing increased stability and smooth operation. Extremely sturdy cast iron construction to reduce vibration.
• 【PROFESSIONAL TOOL RESTS】- Moving the lock lever to adjust or replace the tool rest. 150mm & 300mm tool rests for easy replacement, ideal for a variety of turning projects in labs, workshops, engineering education, etc.

User questions & answers

Question:	What 3 or 4 jaw chuck will fit a mophorn 8 ×12 lathe
Answer:	Any chuck that fits on a 1" 8 TPI spindle and has an external diameter of 5" or less will work fine.
Question:	hi can i work 220v? i need 220v
Answer:	This model, sold in the the US version of Amazon is 120V only.
Question:	What size chuck do i need to get im looking for a 4 inch but i dont know which will fit this
Answer:	The lathe spindle is 1" 8 TPI. Any 4" chuck that matches that spindle size should work fine.
Question:	Can this unit be extended
Answer:	No. There are no attachment mechanisms to extend the bed, and there are no bed extensions available that match it.

Product features

Powerful Motor

1/3 Horse Power motor, turning speed 4500RPM, Voltage: 110V. Our powerful 1A motor starts softly to offer motor's maximize safety and low noise design.

Variable Speed

Optimally designed speed ranges of 500-3200 RPM variable speed. MT1 Spindle.

Large Work Capacity

12" (305mm) distance between centers, swing over bed 10" 8" (203mm). High concentricity. Moving tailstock to adjust proper distances for workpieces.

Stable Operation

Cast iron constructed mini lathes is of increased stability and smooth operation.

Interchangeable Tool Rests

Two different-sized tool rests with 150mm & 300mm for various needs in turning applications.

Wide Application

Bench top wood lathe, an ideal tool for use in labs, workshops, engineering and education.

8 x 12 inch Variable Speed Benchtop Mini Wood Lathe & Variable Speed 500-3200RPM

Our 8 in. x 12 in. Variable Speed Benchtop Mini Wood Lathe features variable speed 500-3200 RPM, a 1/3hp motor and an MT1 spindle. Soft startups ensure safety to both workpieces and the motor. Precise design is perfect for various uses in labs, workshops, engineering and education.

• Benefits of Carbide Lathe Tools: Simple to use for all skill levels making woodturning fast and more enjoyable. You can focus on your project and not on techniques or sharpening. No long learning curve or expensive sharpening equipment. You can begin turning as soon as your box arrives because each tool comes with a very sharp, rotatable carbide cutter. Just rotate the cutter head ¼ turn for a clean, sharp edge and you are back to turning wood.
• Tool Use: The Simple Turner & Hollower is the simplest to use carbide tool on the market. You’ll appreciate the simplicity with which your project can be quickly turned & hollowed to the desired shape using this tool. The Simple Rougher carbide tool makes roughing much simpler & less physical as most of the shock created by interrupted cuts is absorbed in the tool rest instead of your hands & arms. The Simple 55 Detailer carbide tool that provides a much higher level of woodturning creativity.
• Handle Details: Premium quality solid aluminum, 100% USA made by American craftsman. CNC machined from aircraft aluminum for balance, durability, and to last for years. Covered with a soft, comfortable foam rubber grip to reduce hand cramping during long turning sessions and for great tool control. Overall length is 17"; outside diameter is 1 3/8"; tool opening is ½" diameter. Tools can be easily changed by loosening the two stainless steel set screws.
• Full Size Tool Details: Premium quality CNC machined from ½” square stainless steel, making them stronger, stiffer and less likely to roll than round shaft tools. Stainless steel will never rust and will last for years. These professional full size tools feature an overall length of 12", with a handle tang of ½" diameter x 2½" length.
• Tool Engraving: Each Simple Woodturning Tool is engraved so you know exactly what tool you have. That makes finding replacement cutters very simple! Look for authentic Simple Woodturning Tool replacement cutters. STH = Simple Turner and Hollower. SR = Simple Rougher. S55D = Simple 55° Detailer

User questions & answers

Question:	Do these fit in your SHS
Answer:	Yes they do. These are full size tools which have a 1/2" round handle tang, which is the tool size that the SHS accepts.
Question:	What is the length of the shaft
Answer:	These tools are 12" long overall, when it's in the handle you have 9.5" of shaft left. Thanks!
Question:	Does this set include cutters for each
Answer:	Yes it does. Each tool will come with a cutter and screw installed and ready to use right out of the box.
Question:	Can someone tell me if and where i can find a new set screw forvthe handle? I have one that is rounded out
Answer:	Can you send us a message? We'd be happy to send you one. They are 1/4-20 x 3/8" stainless set screws.

Product features

The Full Size Simple Turner and Hollower is the simplest to use turning and hollowing tool on the market today!

The Simple Turner & Hollower is the tool of choice to be used after a block has been roughed into a cylinder. Both beginners and experts alike appreciate the simplicity with which your project can be quickly turned and hollowed to the desired shape with this tool.

To use the Simple Turner and Hollower just follow these 3 simple steps.

1. Position the tool rest as close to the work as possible so the carbide cutter is at the lathe center line.
2. Place the tool on the tool rest with the tool shaft parallel with the floor.
3. While securely holding the tool slowly move the carbide cutter into the work.

As you turn and hollow your vessel with this tool you'll quickly discover how simple it is to use. It won't be long until it's your favorite tool for doing 90 percent of the shaping work required on the inside and outside of most vessels.

The Full Size Simple Rougher carbide woodturning tool makes roughing much simpler and less physical.

When roughing with the Simple Rougher you'll notice right away most of the shock created by interrupted cuts during roughing is absorbed in the tool rest instead of your hands and arms. As you begin to move the tool across the turning block you'll see how fast these carbide tools cut and how much simpler roughing is. It won’t be long until your block is a cylinder and you'll get your first look at what your turning will become.

In addition to roughing you'll notice the Simple Rougher is a great tool for shaping the outside radius of a bowl and for turning beads on spindle turnings.

Straight line turning is also simplified on projects such as the wishing well seen in the photos of this tool. Also it's a great tool for hollowing out the inside of a bowl. If you're making a box or other vessel that requires square inside corners and a flat bottom this is the tool of choice for that as well.

The Full Size Simple 55 Detailer is a wonderful carbide woodturning tool that provides a much higher level of woodturning creativity.

The design of the Simple 55° Detailer lends itself perfectly to small intricate detail work such as turning beads, cover finials, boxes and other final details on spindle and bowl turnings. The special shape of the diamond cutter allows access to tight places where the cutter on other tools simply can't be used. Also it is also very useful for making outside chuck tenons and reverse angle inside cuts so bowls can be chucked with dovetail jaws. If you use a 4 jaw chuck to hold your turnings this tool is a must and will be used on every turning.

As you use this tool you will soon see the wonderful small details that can added to your turnings. It will quickly become one of your favorite tools and used regularly.

Full Size Carbide Lathe Tools Technical Details

• Simple Rougher (SR) Tool: Carbide cutter - 90° square 14mm x 14mm with very sharp corners
• Simple Turner & Hollower (STH) Tool: Carbide cutter - 9/16” diameter - Flat top cutter
• Simple 55° Detailer (S55D) Tool: Carbide cutter - 55° Diamond
• Overall tool length – 12"
• Tool Shaft – Stainless Steel ½" square
• Stainless steel will never rust
• Handle tang - ½" diameter x 2½" length
• Full size tools are recommended for turnings over 6" up to 24" in turned diameter, and hollowed to a max depth of 12". Although any size project can be turned with these tools, they are primarily intended for medium to large size projects.

Tool Engraving Helps Identify Cutter Selection

Each Simple Woodturning Tool is engraved so you know exactly what tool you have. That makes finding replacement cutters very simple!

Here's how you would find them:

• Authentic Simple Woodturning Tools - replacement cutter for Simple Rougher (fits tools engraved with SR)
• Authentic Simple Woodturning Tools - replacement cutter for Simple Turner & Hollower (fits tools engraved with STH)
• Authentic Simple Woodturning Tools - replacement cutter fits Full Size Simple 55° Detailer (tool engraved with S55D)
• These tools will also accept negative rake replacement cutters for turning resin, acrylic or soft woods, if desired.

Note: These are FULL SIZE tools. Mid size tools have the letter M preceding (for example MSTH) and those cutters will not fit these full size tools.

Product description

1/3 Horsepower bench top lathe with variable speed motor

• Motor: 1/3 HP, 2 Amp, 110V, Single-phase, 60 Hz
• 12-inch distance between centers
• 8-inch swing over bed
• Cast iron construction and infinitely variable speed control
• Includes two tool rests

User questions & answers

Question:	I have a chuck that is 1"-8tpi female thread (nova 48111), it doesn't fit on this lathe. what adapter should i buy
Answer:	Buy a 3/4" 16 TPI to 1" 8 TPI adapter. If you further questions go to http://www.woodturningz.com/downloads/w1704_ds.pdf for the specs on this machine.
Question:	is there an adapter for the face plate for mounting live center chucks? I bought one but won't line up with holes
Answer:	I'm not sure if they make the adapter to mount on the face plat. I have a 2" diameter three jaw,self centering scroll type chuck that i bought from Amazon that ihave used that works great,but i think that the holes in the face plate is for mounting a backing block to the piece of wood stock to turn a bowl. It says in the manual that you glue the block to the wood your turning and use the holes to screw the block on to face plate. Hope this helped.
Question:	What size wood stock can it hold? How about something like 12'' long by 8" wide piece of wood
Answer:	The length it will hold will be dependant upon what chucks you have in the head and tail stock. The bulkier the chucks, the shorter the length it will handle. I'd say it will hold 12" lengths unless your chucks are sizable. I wouldn't try more than 4" width stock unless it was short. Although the lathe may hold the stock, it would be too much for the motor. The intended purpose of this lathe is to make small things like ink pens, Christmas ornaments, small toys like tops or yo-yo's and tool handles etc. If you want to mount 12" X 8" stock you should be looking at full sized lathes.
Question:	is there anyway to secure to a bench
Answer:	Yes. It has has three holes in the base that you can bolt it down with. I bolted mine down on a metal stand. It holds it down real solid. Mine is the Shop Fox W1704 also. It is well built. I really like mine. Hope this helps!

Product features

Shop Fox W1704 Benchtop Wood Lathe

Tackle pen turning or other small cutting or shaping projects using the Shop Fox W1704 bench-top lathe from Woodstock International. Made of cast iron, and designed to fit neatly on a workbench, this lathe features a 1/3-horsepower, variable-speed motor and delivers spindle speeds between 700 and 3,200 revolutions per minute (RPM). It also features a safety paddle switch, an MT No. 1 spur center, an MT No. 1 live center, 4-1/4-inch and 7-inch tool rests, a 5-3/4-inch faceplate, and a 3/4-by-16-inch TPI RH spindle.

Includes Two Tool Rests

The W1704 includes both a 4-1/2 and 7-inch tool rest for various turning applications and with a 13-inch distance between centers and an 8-inch swing over the bed this lathe is ideal for a variety of turning projects.

Variable Speed

The infinitely variable speed from 700-3200 RPM comes in handy when turning hard or soft species of wood.

5-3/4-inch Faceplate Included

This benchtop lathe includes a 5-3/4-inch faceplate which threads onto the headstock spindle for non-spindle turning (usually used for making bowls or other items that cannot be supported from the tailstock).

Product description

One of the easiest to use, best value chucks on the market. The Barracuda2 is an easy to use, high-performance, full accessorized key operated self centering four-jaw lathe chuck system. You only need one hand to use this lathe chuck as the "T" handle jaw tightening key enables you to to tighten the jaws with only one hand while your other hand is free to support your work.Comes with a wide variety of accessories (including 4 sets of jaws), and will mount any project onto your lathe. Ideal for bowls, spindles, small projects and much more. Fits all "C" series accessories, a 3.5" diameter, 1" x 8tpi, weight is just 4.0 lbs., and comes with its own case. Includes; #1 jaws, #2 jaws, #3 jaws, 1" pin jaws, a Screw Chuck Adapter, 3/4" x 16tpi spindle adapter, "T" handled Jaw tightening key, "T" handled Allen wrench, and a carrying case.

• Includes: Barracuda2 chuck body, self-centering jaw sets, woodworm screw chuck, spindle adapter, gear key, Allen wrench, screws, storage case
• Barracuda2 chuck body is 3. 5" Diameter and weighs 4 lbs. ; pre-threaded to 1" X 8TPI and includes 3/4" X 16TPI spindle adapter
• #1 step jaws: 3/32" To 1-3/8" & 11/16" To 2-3/8"; #2 round jaws: 7/8" To 1-1/2" &1-1/4" To 2"; #3 wide bowl jaws: 3-1/16" To 4-3/8"; pin jaws: 1" To 2-1/4"
• With the variety of included jaws, The CSC3000C will mount most turning projects onto your Lathe; including bowls, spindles, pens, other small turning projects, and much more
• This is a C-Series Chuck; Compatible with all additional C-Series Jaws and accessories: 7-3/4" Jumbo Flat Jaws (CJAWFJ2), 5" Small Flat Jaws (CJAWFJ1), Set of 2 Alligator Jaws (LCALJAWS), Pen Blank Drilling Jaws (CJAWPEN), 8-1/4" Super Finishing Jaws (CJAWXL), and more!

User questions & answers

Question:	Can i get this in 1 1/4" - 8 tpi
Answer:	Check out item LA11418. This adaptor may work for you.
Question:	Will a nova adapter work with this chuck? I have an old Rockwell 46010 I want to add this too. The only adapter I see for 7/8-14 is for Nova Chuck
Answer:	Hello,No, the Nova adapter will not work with this.Thanks
Question:	I need an adapter to fit 7/8 x 16tpi left hand
Answer:	No lathe has a left-hand-threaded spindle. If one did, the work would spin off the lathe every time you hit the 'on' button.
Question:	Is psi csc 3000c barracuda reversible
Answer:	There is no set-screw of any kind to maintain a safe secure hold of the chuck to the lathe while running in reverse. I do not on mine and would not without something like that available.

Product features

Maximize the Ability of Your Existing Wood Lathe

You will now easily be able to fitwork pieces with the PSI Woodworking CSC3000C Barracuda Wood Lathe Key Chuck System. Giving you high-performance, this Barracuda Lathe Key Chuck Systems completely accessorized and equipped to give the best results.

Sturdy and Easy to Operate

With a stunning build quality, the PSI Woodworking CSC3000C Barracuda Wood Lathe Key Chuck System includes a T handle jaw tightening key that enables you to tighten the jaws with only one hand while your other hand is free to support your work. This power tool also comes with a wide variety of accessories - including 4 sets of jaws, and will mount any project onto the lathe.

Product features

Your Beginner-Friendly Guide to Woodturning

Want to get started turning? Don't know where to begin? Inside this book, author and expert woodworker Barry Gross provides expert instruction, valuable tips, and common-sense advice that will guide you through a fun-filled turning experience!

Jump into this revised & expanded edition to learn all about the basics of turning tools, fundamentals of sharpening, tips for sanding and finishing, and more.

With Learn to Turn, you'll be turning bowls, pens, birdhouses, and handmade gifts in no time!

Safety

A top priority for every woodturner! From eye, hand, and foot protection to dust control and lathe setup, you'll learn how to operate safely in your workshop and avoid common accidents.

Basic Workshop Tools

Make the most of your space with tips and tricks for optimizing your shop layout. Discover how to choose and operate your lathe, then learn all about other turning tools and accessories, from gouges to faceplates.

Choosing Wood

Learn the pros and cons of bought vs. found wood, how to transform logs into suitable turning material, how to create bowl turning blanks, and much more!

Sharpening Tools

Using dull tools can be dangerous for your projects and yourself! Learn when and how to properly sharpen your tools using a bench grinder.

Sanding and Finishing

Sanding and finishing techniques are key to a well-defined, long-lasting finish for your project. Learn about power sanding, hand sanding, applying finish, spray lacquer, woodturner's finish, EEE cream, and buffing systems.

Getting Ready to Turn

Learn how to turn whether you are making a project using spindle or faceplate turning. Start by mounting the workpiece, then follow the ABCs of tool control: anchor, bevel, and cut. Barry Gross will walk you through every step.

Turning Tool Exercises

Once you have your workpiece mounted, follow step-by-step directions to learn what your turning tools can do. From a roughing gouge to a parting tool, you'll practice important techniques for each essential tool for turning wood.

Spindle Turning Projects

Solidify your skills between centers! Create honey dippers (pictured), fantasy wands, peppermills, and more using the spindle turning method.

Faceplate Turning Projects

Follow the instructions and step-by-step photos to make a natural edge bowl (pictured), end-grain hollow vessel, bangle bracelet, and more! Start with a simple bowl and work your way up in difficulty.

Combination Projects

Learn how to switch back and forth between spindle and faceplate turning techniques to create an ornamental birdhouse, wooden fruit (pictured), and a box with lid. This is a chance to be creative and inventive, take your time, and have fun!

Troubleshooting

"Things happen!" Included in this revised and expanded edition is a special troubleshooting section that offers simple solutions to common turning mistakes. Don't get frustrated; learn how to redesign your project when the unexpected happens!

• The Savannah Heavy Duty Live Center is designed for wood turners. A threaded, rotating, cup center, is the only component that rotates. This features produces a safer turning environment.
• A lot of wood turners don’t think about the live center that’s in their tailstock until it makes a funny noise, vibrates a little or even worse it seizes up and stops working altogether. In many instances, that funny noise or vibration leads to irritating marks or spirals in your project. This can typically be traced to play on a less than perfect factory lathe issued “live center”. The Precision Machined, Heavy Duty, Dual Bearing Live Center from Savannah addresses this issue and more!
• Precision machined to exacting specifications, the Savannah HD Live Center is the ideal live center for novice and professional alike. With its super smooth design, heat sealed double bearings, 3-3/8" bull nose cone, 60 degree full point cone and removable center spur point this live center is truly a tremendous value that was built to perform.
• The High quality dual bearings are heat sealed and permanently lubricated to provide vibration free performance while turning and also provide you with years of dependable use. The live center is housed in a durable casing that is made from machined turned steel alloy and is coated with a black oxide finish.
• This live center runs smooth and true during the turning process and may become your go to live center once you start using it. The Heavy Duty Dual Bearing Live Center Includes: a 3-3/8” bull nose reversible cone, 1-5/8” 60 degree full point cone, removable center spur point and a convenient knock out rod. This live center will work on lathes that accept Morse Taper 2 tail stocks.
• The Heavy Duty Dual Bearing Live Center has a 3/4” x 10tpi thread which not only allows you to attach the included accessories, it also allows you to create many different types of turning jigs for offset turning. This gives you the ability to create wonderfully unique looking projects that are off center like asymmetrical pendants, candle stick holders and more! With the included accessories you can Turn bowls, platters, dowels, vases, spheres and more!

Product features

The Savannah Heavy Duty Dual Bearing Live Center

Why not own a live center that does a little bit of everything rather than having multiple live centers cluttering up your workshop! The Savannah Heavy Duty Live Center performs multiple tasks for multiple wood turning projects and it does it all without breaking the bank. High quality construction along with excellent performance makes this live center perfect for any level of wood turner. From the super smooth operation to the minimal amount of play, this live center was built to perform.

A Closer Look...

• 3/4" x 10 tpi threads accepts the large, reversible 3-3/8" bull nose cone. The cone can be threaded on in either direction making it ideal for small or larger turning projects.
• Precision Ground Hard Steel Shaft fits perfect into the machined bearings and rotates smoothly when in operation.
• Two Sealed bearings inside of the Machined Turned Bearing Housing produces a super smooth rotation with very minimal play when in use. This makes the live center perfect for even the most discriminating wood turner.
• The main housing of the live center is made from a Machined Turned Steel Alloy that is Finished with a smooth Black Oxide Coating.

Removable Center Spur Point

The standard center spur point is easily removable with the included knockout rod. The center spur point is generally used for smaller turning projects like pens, pencils, tops and more...

60 Degree Live Center

This live center can be used for many different turning projects but is ideal for medium to larger size projects and works well when turning spindles.

3-3/8" Bull Nose Cone

When facing outward, the bull nose cone allow you to place larger round spheres in the cup shape. This allows for superior control when turning these types of objects

3-3/8" Bull Nose Cone Inverted

When inverted like this, the bull nose cone fits neatly into larger vessel openings and makes the vessel turning process much more stable.

The Savannah Heavy Duty Dual Bearing Live Center

The Savannah Heavy Duty Dual Bearing Live Center is the perfect addition to any wood tuners collection of lathe accessories. Its perfect for projects large or small. With the 60 degree Live Center attachment and the Bull Nose Cone, this live center is even more versatile than most any other live center available. The live center also includes a knockout rod to quickly tap the center out of the tailstock when the live center is no longer required for use.

The Savannah Heavy Duty Dual Bearing Live Center

• 1 each Heavy Duty, Dual Bearing Live Center
• 1 each 3-3/8" Bullnose Reversible Cone
• 1 each 1-5/8" 60 Degree Live Center Point
• 1 each Removable Center Point
• 1 each Knockout Rod

• Six Carbide Tipped, USA Made Wood Turning Tools, PLUS a well balanced, Foam Grip, 17" Long Interchangeable Lathe Tool Handle
• Includes our Simple Swan Neck Hollower, Specifically designed to reach areas inside hollow form vessels inaccessible with straight shaft tools.
• Tools measure 12" length with 2.5" handle tang. T15 & T20 Torx star tip wrenches are included.
• American made in Ramsey, Minnesota by Harrison Specialties, a family owned and operated CNC Machine shop
• Tools are easily changed by loosening the allan set screws in the handle.

User questions & answers

Question:	is there a parting tool in this set
Answer:	The Simple 55 degree Detailer (S55D) could be used as a parting tool.
Question:	What is the difference with Simple turning tools and the Easy turning tools at woodcraft
Answer:	Simple Woodturning Tools are manufactured by Harrison Specialties in Minnesota. We manufacture them and sell direct to the consumer, no middle man markup. Solid aluminum handles, American made products.
Question:	do you make negative rake carbide tips
Answer:	We are currently working on negative rake carbide cutter tips and will have them ready soon. Thanks!
Question:	Can you buy other bits separately, have
Answer:	Yes, you can purchase the tools (or the replacement cutters) individually if you already have a few of them.

Product features

Full Size Simple Woodturning Tools

Tool details:

• Material: CNC machined 1/2" solid stainless steel
• Overall tool length: 12"
• Handle tang: 2.5" x .5" diameter
• Five tools are designed with a square shaft making it easy to keep tools flat on the tool rest
• The Simple Shear Cutting Finisher is designed with a 5/8" round shaft and a cupped carbide cutter giving you the very best surface finish from a carbide lathe tool.
• Full size tools are recommended for turnings over 6" up to 24" in turned diameter, and hollowed to a max depth of 12". Although any size project can be turned with these tools, they are primarily intended for medium to large size projects.

Handle Details:

• 100% USA made by American craftsman
• Most beautiful lathe tool handle on the market
• CNC machined from solid aircraft aluminum for durability and balance
• Covered with a soft, comfortable foam rubber grip for great tool control
• Overall length: 17", Outside diameter: 1 3/8", Opening for tool: ½" diameter
• Tools can be easily changed by loosening the two stainless steel set screws

Overall Length: The tool and handle together will feature an overall length of 26.5".

Solid Aluminum Interchangeable Handle

Handle Length: 17"

Overall Length with tool: 26.5"

Included Allen wrench allows easy swapping between tools.

Tools are easily changed by loosening the two stainless steel Allen set screws.

Durability

CNC machined from solid aircraft aluminum for balance, durability, and to last for years.

• Outside diameter 1-3/8"
• Opening for tool 1/2" diameter

Fits all Full Size Simple Woodturning Tools

Covered with a soft, comfortable foam rubber grip to reduce hand cramping during long turning sessions and for great tool control.

Will also fit mid-size Simple Woodturning Tools with the addition of a bushing to reduce the ID from 1/2" to 3/8".