Can I make Chess pieces with this Lathe? and if yes, up to what size?
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Yes, very large pieces the swing is 8" around so think about how big a piece that would be.
1257095
I would say any size up to 12". The lathe's tail stock is very hard to tighten, but it runs well and gets the job done
1257096
What you really need with this lathe is a duplicator and template, doing it free hand is very difficult I have tried a few time to do it without a duplicator and its very hard even if you know what your doing. Using the duplicator allows you to cut exact pieces. It's still difficult but not impossible.
978258
You must purchase the correct adapter size for your lathe spindle. This is an additional component and extra cost.
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Really not a metal lathe. Jet doesn't seam to have adapters to do this. How ever if you really wish to do this you might be able to turn soft metals (brass, aluminum, copper) as you would a spindle. To ream out the center of a piece of metal you will have to figure out how to attach the metal to the head. Turning chisels can be used but will encounter more ware and heat than with wood. Also the Discarted metal will be hot so clean up all the wood chips from and around your lathe. Remember safety first.
1471130
Honestly some pieces and some the metal is too thick to fit. Im not happy with it. I find no use for alot of them. But it depends on what you are trying to do. But no. Not all the bits fit. Im sorry but happy I could help.
1467745
This lathe is too small for that. i'm not sure if they make an open center, it would be best to contact grizzly for help they are very consumer friendly.
1533630
I am unfamiliar with the Jessem Jig though from the product description Jessem Jig can work with a 4" piece of wood. Premium Doweling doesn't.
1803897
The largest diameter that can be put on this lathe is 10.63". The longest piece that can be put on this lathe between centers is 26".
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I also would like to use a 4-jawed chuck so please post back what you have learned. I don't know what will fit my unit as I've only done some small, spindle projects. All the Best.
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I don't see why not. This is a pretty small lathe but I think it would work. Not sure how the pen mandrel would attach. I'm guessing you would need to get a chuck for the lathe as it uses collets by default.
350420
Yes you can change the size and style of the pieces, the program has trays that you can use to organize the pieces as you're doing it. The large size is about 3/4" maybe a little less.
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My lathe can handle stock up to 11.5" diameter, so I would say it should work well with your lathe. However, it did not come with an insert/adapter- I was told that had to be purchased separately, and my lathe required an insert that was 3/4" x 10TPI. Found it through Steelex on Amazon, it was very inexpensive and the insert came with the screws. Most likely Steelex will have the insert/adapter that you need as well, if you don't already have one.
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I think there is one available .... I made one for mine ... fastened 2x4's on the legs and really heavy casters (to raise the ways to my preferred height) from Home Depot on the 2x4's. One additional note - as the lathe is 220V you might want to consider a really long heavy power cable (mine is 20 ft) - saves having to rewire the shop more than necessary. It's a great lathe - you'll never need another.
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The answer is No. If you can machine a different end part on the lathe, you can accomplish what you are looking for. Both ends have threads. This one has 3 k-cups inside that covers 6 inch of the tube body. However, the remaining length, which is approximately 6 inches, can let you do whatever you want. It is a very nice part, but requires some machining capability. Not flimsy at all.
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The lathe uses an Morse Taper (MT)-2 and from what I understand that size is pretty common. I have not used the lathe very much, but I have no complaints about it. I would have to look closer for the threads for the spindle, but the head 'kit' that I also purchased has an adapter.
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You need to buy a wood turning lathe to make a bat. This machine is not equipped to turn wood and the chips and dust would play havoc on the machine. A wood lathe that is suitable to what you want to do would be much cheaper and better suited as well.
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I only have part of the original box that the lathe came in, and it is 43" long x 19" tall and about 12" wide. It is very heavy all of 180+ lbs stated. Get help moving it. It was on a pallet when delivered and the delivery person helped me take it off the pallet and took it with him. I then cut the box away and moved it myself into the basement NOT RECOMMENDED. ALMOST DESTROYED THE LATHE. I highly reccomend the additional cast iron leg set. Super lathe!
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You can get approximately a 6" thick piece under the chisel, however the chisel would not cut to that depth. Rarely would I deal with stock as thick. I wish it had a greater back stop travel. If you want to cut deep into the width of a board you have to reconfigure the whole tool.