The way you express your skill's,you can teach! I stayed non stop for the entire video because I want a lathe,but knew virtually nothing until I watched your video. Thanks! Knowing the startup and other costs are very important and for me,....the tool uses and identification!
This is great, thanks for taking the time to educate us who are just starting out. You don't skip over anything, and give great advice. Kudos. Btw, the X-axis compound adjustment and having to move the slide all the way back to expose the allen heads (around 8:05 in the vid) - I removed compound and bored and threaded a single hole in the lower deck and used that to tighten the compound rotation (I do a lot of tapers), thus avoiding the annoyance you point out in the stock design. cheers.
Superb job reviewing this lathe. I especially enjoyed the detail description of its features and more importantly its capabilities. Will be a long anticipated addition to my metals workshop! Great idea with the hacksawing!! Thank you very much!
I feel you did the best review for us learners or newbies. Also by having the machine I see capabilities of machining parts to improve the over all abilities of the machine ! Thank you !
Thank you for info. Many years ago I was sent to a school as a lathe operator. Didn't stay with it. Watching the vidio thought I might get back into it. Retired so I can use it on my hobbies. Ty Been hold up cause of virus but getting things done. Everyone be safe
My son got this for me as a birthday gift a couple of years ago, and I'm still learning about it. It doesn't see heavy use, but so far I like it a lot! I got a chuck for it, and the most recent addition is a milling attachment for the cross slide. (Just because, that's why! ) I've got both 1/4" & 5/16" tooling, and I've noticed that the 1/4" size needs to be shimmed up to be at centerline. I might look into the cam-lock mod for the tailstock. The open-end wrenches that come with it have been replaced with combination wrenches. Also planning to get a self-centering 4-jaw chuck...because, why not? 😄
Thank You, Sir! I have the exact same "Model". I don't use it a lot but it does what it does and that can be what one needs for small projects. I bought mine after you and if I remember correctly, they did include the drill chuck (1/2"). I went with an aftermarket quick change tool holder. The original was too high. I really need to get more tooling but after all, that is a must with any lathe. Great job on your video. Cheers.
@MichaelKingsfordGray I'm a 50 yr old IT professional. I know the value of online privacy in a world of hackers, scammers, cyber bullying, etc. What about you naive idiot. Your comment had nothing to do with the video and you just couldn't resist insulting a stranger for no reason. Really immature. The irony astounds me.
I think there is also a lathe bed extension, that you can add onto your lathe, that will allow you to slide the tail stock back further. There are some web sites that are solely about the upgrading of the mini lathe. I am lucky enough to have an old South Bend 9" and the spindle bore is still only 3/4" max. that I can pass through. Mine is from 1944, but I don't think they ever had a larger bore on the 9" than that.
The best explanation of the HF Mini Lathe I've found and to think I accidentally stumbled on it. It's been saved to my favorites to revisit again and really appreciate the detailed explanation of it's use. Obviously most of us buying it are new to using the lathe and need this help so thank you!
Excellent review, probably one of the best I've seen on a harbor freight tool or any other. What I really liked and enjoyed is you added a nice primer for those of us new to these machining lathes while reviewing the lathe itself. You'd be a great instructor from the sounds of this video. Thank you! 😀👍
From what I understand, virtually the same lathe is sold by several companies. One of the big differences is what comes with the lathe; some packages are more extensive and it might pay to spend more initially than have to chase down accessories you are going to need anyway. The Little Machine Shop is tool central for these little guys. There are also a lot of articles on improving performance of this lathe. Another accessory that could be needed is a 4 jaw chuck with independent jaws. It lets you chuck square and rectangular items or anything that is not round or a multiple of three.
+Jeffrey Deutsch These lathes are made my Seig, and you are right, they are sold under many names. I am famiaer with the LMS. I have their quick change took post and cam-lock for the tail stop. Not to mention some tool holders, boring bars....
I bought the Sherline combo kit a number of yrs. ago, which I love. The lather (4400) is just basic. No auto feed or tool post. Been seriously considering the unit or the grizzly.
Great video, great tutorial, thanks for sharing. Wished I knew how to relate to the machine. I haven’t touched one since 1962. We got to use one in shop class in high school. But, I do not remember very much about the machine. But, I love and am envious of the machinest works.
well it's a lathe ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxN9zrzkkhnjUF5PQbuA_B1gYdsfCu9k6z but it wasn't what i would have anticipated. Headstock, tailstock, carriage apron are manufactured from aluminum now not cast iron. The spindle diameter for the bearings is too small allowing for a few play in the spindle so I am using some blue Loctite to take out the play.
Great review, thank you! I was a lathe operator for many years, so I'm quite familiar with all this. I'd love to have one of these little buggers in my reloading/gun room, but I don't have the space to set the thing up! Frustrating.
People kept telling me, "anything you can do with a mini lathe, you can do with a big lathe." I was like, "sure, help me carry it thru the kitchen and down my basement steps then."
I went with the 7x12 mini for small projects and I love mine! BTW, I bought an 8x10 shed to turn into my mini shop and get all of my tools out of the house. (Wife has been VERY patient with me.)
@@johnnygavita it is useful for those doing brass cartridge conversions, such as making 11 MAS ordance revolver cartridges from .44-40 brass which requires not only trimming to 18mm length but thinning the rims from the other side to 1.0mm exact.
Another great video!! Thank you for sharing with us! I just bought this lathe. The first one had a locked up bed and was between high and low gear and would not shift into either gear! I took it back and got another one and it is working great!! Chuck run-out is .0015'' . Again thank you and God bless you and your family!!!
Awesome review! I've been trying to make lanyard beads with one of these and I'm having a heck of a time with squealing, groaning and not even being able to successfully use a cutting tool on various types of metals using 3/4 rod stock. I've been through 3 sets of tools with the latest being a $90 7 piece set from grizzly. I just can't get this think to do anything without binding up or squealing and basically doing not a whole lot. I have no idea why.
First you need some hands on tuition before you do yourself an injury.....when I started my apprenticeship in the late 50's we had 1 hour tuition at the start then it was straight in and start making parts.....you tend to learn very fast when you have to do it for real.
I believe that I have the same lathe. Thank you for the tutorial on it I certainly learned a lot more.. I would like to know more about the part where you secure the cylinder in rider to do some cutting. My lathe seems to no center the pipes and I have a tough time trying to get it so that all of the locking pieces are cynchronized together and evenly locking the pipe dead center. Please advice. Thank you Sami
If you figured out the answer to your problem then awesome! If not, check out the UA-cam channel Joe Pieczynski. I think he's THE BEST machinist channel on UA-cam.
Hey man, towards the end of the video you had the camera set up in an angle where you can see a little cap (you could say) held by two screws on the back of the lathe. I wanted to get this to thread my rifle barrel, although i know i can pay someone to do the work for me way cheaper. I haven't measured them but i think they will be an inch in diameter at the most. Does that back plate come off and allow you do stick a rod of a certain thickness?
Have a question, on the backside where the head is mounted meaning the other side of control panel. There is a metal cover with two small screws. What is behind that? I need to know if the head will accommodate a long bar through the back through the center of the head so for example if i wanted to mount a pool cue stick through it if it would work?
Thanks for the review. I'm thinking of getting this lathe for making parts I need for classic audio equipment. It was very informative. Now I need to learn more about the tooling. Thanks again.
Hello, this is one of the best videos that I've seen, excellent review, probably the best; I bought it 2 years ago and I haven't used it, I hope to start using it as soon as possible, thank you for making this video
Good job, very informative video for someone like me who's looking to get a small metal lathe. Thanks for taking the time, and being thorough re this particular M Lathe.
I bought my lathe back in the 80's and it has been a great little lathe - helping me make all sorts of parts and projects. Before I bought it I only had a Unimat . The enhancements I made were to add a 4 Jaw chuck quick change holder and a couple of tailstock chucks. My neighbor who worked in a machine shop all his life was impressed with the precision.
thank you for the honesty. remember you dont have to put up with the slack in the compound because we dont have to buy it.(thanks to your heads up. thanks again
Sieg has improved their lathes since this video was done and the newer ones are also quite nice. I note you have a carbide cutter amongst your bits. On my own Sieg lathe (a tiny bit larger) I find the maximum RPM speed is a little low for cutting things like 4140 with carbide cutters and HSS steel is the best choice. There are many interesting mods that can be made on the Sieg products to increase utility of function and several web sites devoted to such modifications. Good walk through review.
Excellent review thank you! Since this lathe is now $780, what would you consider as a step up from this if I were looking for my first lathe in the sub-#1K pricepoint?
This is great. I am a devoted This Old Tony follower, but I understand lathes much more after this tutorial. In all honesty, I want to buy THAT lathe, because i feel like I can use it now. Great work keep it up
@@BillSikes. while it is a toy, it's a fun one. I use it for mechanic work all the time. Custom bushing and seal drivers, I made me a set of lower and upper control arm bushing drivers on it. Etc now the stuff I'm making isn't high tolerance, it still allows me to make things I need
Hey just wondering...didn't see it mentiomed...is there any sort of area for longer stock to be inside the jaw? I'm new i forget what that area is called lol so if you had a longer piece of round stock chucked up in the jaw, had your 10" work area on one side of the jaw, can you leave any amount inside the jaw or through it like a larger lathe?
Appreciate the video, and time taken to make it, for me a beginner to even begin looking to buy one, this looks excellent and reasonable, to make outdated bushing I can't get for my vehicles,
Two questions. Does it have a stop you can set for the power feed so you don't accidentally run into the chuck? Does it have power feed for the cross slide?
Very detailed video, only one thing, it does not have an alternative current motor is a DC motor I found out when my speed control went out it changes it from AC to DC otherwise it won't change direction from FWD to REV, other thing I been asking HF for the shield or the speed control nowhere to find no parts either since 1999 when I bought it, but over all is been a good tool I'm using an external control since 2014
thank you for the review. i live in the chicago area, you wouldnt believe the used lathes for sale at the same price. only problem is finding room and powering them with 3phase.
3 phase is no problem. Get a variable frequency drive (VFD) or a rotary phase convertor, and Bob's your uncle. Finding ROOM is indeed the biggest problem! 😩
How much can I get one I am planning to do some fabrication chopper frame building is what I what to get in too any suggestions on a affordable lathe and drill press
I purchased my lathe yesterday. I was trying to face up a 6 inch clutch plate but was getting it seems like a lot of tool holder flex. Any ideas on making the tool bar more rigid. I could actually just push it with my thumb and make a deeper cut. any advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Yea disassemble the whole thing and reassemble to your specifications. And anything bigger than 4 inch is too much for it. There's probably a hundred loose screws and bolts you haven't seen.
I am thinking about getting my first lathe and have a question. Does this one have a pass through headstock? If so, would it accept something 1.5 inches in diameter?
Excellent review of this lathe. Well structured and very detailed.This is the best video I've seen to date on this tool. I'm actually thinking of buying this puppy but I'm now concerned that its length capacity will be problematic. Thanks for raising the issue.
I bought mine back in 80’s, cost well under $200. Still have it and use frequently, always clean and ready to play. Sure made a lot of money with it, now just fun stuff.
I'm definitely going to be getting one of these little things they look very Handy and after seeing it in action a little I'm sold great video bud one of these and a mini mill think will be a great addition to my garage now lol
adventures in welding! do you have a recommendation for a beginner lathe? I'm not wanting to spend over $1000 and I'll be mainly making (hopefully) small gun parts (ie takedown pins, stuff like that)
hello friend could you help me order that chuck? i need to do some center hole drilling and thankfully you posted that it does not include the most important tool on the device , nearly all your work needs center drilled to spec on completion doesnt it ?
i have this lathe. but from talking to people and reading and UA-cam. I notice that the power boards overheats , and some suggest placing a mini fan installed to help cool board.
Have been looking for this exact video for months, literally lol. Thanks so much. Any chance you will or already have made a video on the Mini Mill they offer?
The hf mini mill is great. I mainly use mine as a drillpress, however anything mild steel and softer it works just fine.. and setup properly has no issue holding a .001 over the table x and y. I do tram mine everytime i want any precision under +- .005 ... if you mainly machine aluminum you will be very happy
Would it be possible to insert a gun barrel thru the back of it to cut threads on the end for a muzzle for a brake. If so, what would be the largest diameter barrel it would accept? Thanks! Awesome video!
The way you express your skill's,you can teach! I stayed non stop for the entire video because I want a lathe,but knew virtually nothing until I watched your video. Thanks! Knowing the startup and other costs are very important and for me,....the tool uses and identification!
it's good to see someone doing an honest review with something from harborfreight.
This is great, thanks for taking the time to educate us who are just starting out. You don't skip over anything, and give great advice. Kudos. Btw, the X-axis compound adjustment and having to move the slide all the way back to expose the allen heads (around 8:05 in the vid) - I removed compound and bored and threaded a single hole in the lower deck and used that to tighten the compound rotation (I do a lot of tapers), thus avoiding the annoyance you point out in the stock design. cheers.
Superb job reviewing this lathe. I especially enjoyed the detail description of its features and more importantly its capabilities. Will be a long anticipated addition to my metals workshop! Great idea with the hacksawing!! Thank you very much!
Thanks man. I've been thinking about purchasing one but hadn't found a review as detailed as this one.
I gotta say, great video. Very comprehensive and full of valuable information for a lathe novice such as my self.
I feel you did the best review for us learners or newbies. Also by having the machine I see capabilities of machining parts to improve the over all abilities of the machine ! Thank you !
Thank you for info. Many years ago I was sent to a school as a lathe operator. Didn't stay with it. Watching the vidio thought I might get back into it. Retired so I can use it on my hobbies. Ty
Been hold up cause of virus but getting things done. Everyone be safe
Super thorough, straightforward, and easy to understand... thank you so much for taking the time to make this!!
This was the most detailed review I've seen on UA-cam
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My son got this for me as a birthday gift a couple of years ago, and I'm still learning about it. It doesn't see heavy use, but so far I like it a lot! I got a chuck for it, and the most recent addition is a milling attachment for the cross slide. (Just because, that's why! )
I've got both 1/4" & 5/16" tooling, and I've noticed that the 1/4" size needs to be shimmed up to be at centerline.
I might look into the cam-lock mod for the tailstock.
The open-end wrenches that come with it have been replaced with combination wrenches.
Also planning to get a self-centering 4-jaw chuck...because, why not? 😄
Thank You, Sir! I have the exact same "Model". I don't use it a lot but it does what it does and that can be what one needs for small projects. I bought mine after you and if I remember correctly, they did include the drill chuck (1/2"). I went with an aftermarket quick change tool holder. The original was too high. I really need to get more tooling but after all, that is a must with any lathe. Great job on your video. Cheers.
I've never ever commented on a YT video before. But just had to give you props on an amazingly detailed review. Thank you!
@MichaelKingsfordGray I'm a 50 yr old IT professional. I know the value of online privacy in a world of hackers, scammers, cyber bullying, etc. What about you naive idiot. Your comment had nothing to do with the video and you just couldn't resist insulting a stranger for no reason. Really immature. The irony astounds me.
@@ragutz dont worry, hes not mentally stable. ive seen him commenting similar things on hundreds of videos
Excellent review. I’ve had mine years. Just starting to try to use for more than simple bearing cutting.
I think there is also a lathe bed extension, that you can add onto your lathe, that will allow you to slide the tail stock back further. There are some web sites that are solely about the upgrading of the mini lathe. I am lucky enough to have an old South Bend 9" and the spindle bore is still only 3/4" max. that I can pass through. Mine is from 1944, but I don't think they ever had a larger bore on the 9" than that.
The best explanation of the HF Mini Lathe I've found and to think I accidentally stumbled on it. It's been saved to my favorites to revisit again and really appreciate the detailed explanation of it's use. Obviously most of us buying it are new to using the lathe and need this help so thank you!
p.s. I also love how you get into basics of doing things like facing etc and hope you'll consider making a part 2 to this video on even more uses.
Excellent review, probably one of the best I've seen on a harbor freight tool or any other. What I really liked and enjoyed is you added a nice primer for those of us new to these machining lathes while reviewing the lathe itself.
You'd be a great instructor from the sounds of this video.
Thank you! 😀👍
From what I understand, virtually the same lathe is sold by several companies. One of the big differences is what comes with the lathe; some packages are more extensive and it might pay to spend more initially than have to chase down accessories you are going to need anyway. The Little Machine Shop is tool central for these little guys. There are also a lot of articles on improving performance of this lathe. Another accessory that could be needed is a 4 jaw chuck with independent jaws. It lets you chuck square and rectangular items or anything that is not round or a multiple of three.
+Jeffrey Deutsch These lathes are made my Seig, and you are right, they are sold under many names. I am famiaer with the LMS. I have their quick change took post and cam-lock for the tail stop. Not to mention some tool holders, boring bars....
I bought the Sherline combo kit a number of yrs. ago, which I love. The lather (4400) is just basic. No auto feed or tool post. Been seriously considering the unit or the grizzly.
I WENT TO HARBOR 10-6-23 AND IT WAS $780.00.
Great video, great tutorial, thanks for sharing. Wished I knew how to relate to the machine. I haven’t touched one since 1962. We got to use one in shop class in high school. But, I do not remember very much about the machine. But, I love and am envious of the machinest works.
Well, like an apprentice learns you can soon get the hang of it with a few tips and examples on the 'TUBE.
well it's a lathe ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxN9zrzkkhnjUF5PQbuA_B1gYdsfCu9k6z but it wasn't what i would have anticipated. Headstock, tailstock, carriage apron are manufactured from aluminum now not cast iron. The spindle diameter for the bearings is too small allowing for a few play in the spindle so I am using some blue Loctite to take out the play.
You are a great teacher!! Thanks for making a video easy to understand.
Damn good review. Lots to learn here for newbies like me thanks for taking the time! Subscribed!
Great review, thank you! I was a lathe operator for many years, so I'm quite familiar with all this. I'd love to have one of these little buggers in my reloading/gun room, but I don't have the space to set the thing up! Frustrating.
What would you use it for in your "Sanctuary" room?
People kept telling me, "anything you can do with a mini lathe, you can do with a big lathe." I was like, "sure, help me carry it thru the kitchen and down my basement steps then."
I went with the 7x12 mini for small projects and I love mine! BTW, I bought an 8x10 shed to turn into my mini shop and get all of my tools out of the house. (Wife has been VERY patient with me.)
@@johnnygavita it is useful for those doing brass cartridge conversions, such as making 11 MAS ordance revolver cartridges from .44-40 brass which requires not only trimming to 18mm length but thinning the rims from the other side to 1.0mm exact.
Excellent video on mini lathes! I learned so much more than I expected. Thanks
Another great video!! Thank you for sharing with us! I just bought this lathe. The first one had a locked up bed and was between high and low gear and would not shift into either gear! I took it back and got another one and it is working great!! Chuck run-out is .0015'' . Again thank you and God bless you and your family!!!
Awesome review! I've been trying to make lanyard beads with one of these and I'm having a heck of a time with squealing, groaning and not even being able to successfully use a cutting tool on various types of metals using 3/4 rod stock. I've been through 3 sets of tools with the latest being a $90 7 piece set from grizzly. I just can't get this think to do anything without binding up or squealing and basically doing not a whole lot. I have no idea why.
First you need some hands on tuition before you do yourself an injury.....when I started my apprenticeship in the late 50's we had 1 hour tuition at the start then it was straight in and start making parts.....you tend to learn very fast when you have to do it for real.
I believe that I have the same lathe. Thank you for the tutorial on it I certainly learned a lot more..
I would like to know more about the part where you secure the cylinder in rider to do some cutting. My lathe seems to no center the pipes and I have a tough time trying to get it so that all of the locking pieces are cynchronized together and evenly locking the pipe dead center.
Please advice. Thank you Sami
If you figured out the answer to your problem then awesome!
If not, check out the UA-cam channel Joe Pieczynski.
I think he's THE BEST machinist channel on UA-cam.
What a great review. You answered everything I wanted to know and more.
Hey man, towards the end of the video you had the camera set up in an angle where you can see a little cap (you could say) held by two screws on the back of the lathe. I wanted to get this to thread my rifle barrel, although i know i can pay someone to do the work for me way cheaper. I haven't measured them but i think they will be an inch in diameter at the most. Does that back plate come off and allow you do stick a rod of a certain thickness?
Thank you! I've been wondering which one to buy and the basics to go with it.
Excellent video!!!
I see you figured a cheat on the guard while running the lathe i would of done the same thing
Have a question, on the backside where the head is mounted meaning the other side of control panel. There is a metal cover with two small screws. What is behind that? I need to know if the head will accommodate a long bar through the back through the center of the head so for example if i wanted to mount a pool cue stick through it if it would work?
Yes, it's a through hole ( Mt 3 ) .....remember when you mount a long bar, rod, etc... Have it supported
Thanks for the review. I'm thinking of getting this lathe for making parts I need for classic audio equipment. It was very informative. Now I need to learn more about the tooling. Thanks again.
Hello, this is one of the best videos that I've seen, excellent review, probably the best; I bought it 2 years ago and I haven't used it, I hope to start using it as soon as possible, thank you for making this video
Fantastic review! This is definitely going to help in my choice for a lathe
Good job, very informative video for someone like me who's looking to get a small metal lathe. Thanks for taking the time, and being thorough re this particular M Lathe.
I bought my lathe back in the 80's and it has been a great little lathe - helping me make all sorts of parts and projects. Before I bought it I only had a Unimat . The enhancements I made were to add a 4 Jaw chuck quick change holder and a couple of tailstock chucks. My neighbor who worked in a machine shop all his life was impressed with the precision.
thank you for the honesty.
remember you dont have to put up with the slack in the compound because we dont have to buy it.(thanks to your heads up.
thanks again
Sieg has improved their lathes since this video was done and the newer ones are also quite nice. I note you have a carbide cutter amongst your bits. On my own Sieg lathe (a tiny bit larger) I find the maximum RPM speed is a little low for cutting things like 4140 with carbide cutters and HSS steel is the best choice. There are many interesting mods that can be made on the Sieg products to increase utility of function and several web sites devoted to such modifications. Good walk through review.
05:25 Live center.
Nice video. I may be interested if I decide to get a small lathe.
Excellent review thank you!
Since this lathe is now $780, what would you consider as a step up from this if I were looking for my first lathe in the sub-#1K pricepoint?
This is great. I am a devoted This Old Tony follower, but I understand lathes much more after this tutorial. In all honesty, I want to buy THAT lathe, because i feel like I can use it now. Great work keep it up
Don't buy this lathe, its a toy, there's very little you'll be able to fabricate with this rubbish
@@BillSikes. while it is a toy, it's a fun one. I use it for mechanic work all the time. Custom bushing and seal drivers, I made me a set of lower and upper control arm bushing drivers on it. Etc now the stuff I'm making isn't high tolerance, it still allows me to make things I need
Excellent review. Just what I was looking for.
Good review. Thanks.
How accurate are the dials?
I know I’m late, but harbor freight sells a Jacobs chuck just for this machine for $4.99 out the door.
Pistol Pete I paid 1499 for mine at Harbor Freight
Nice video. Would you be able to turn wood on this model? For example to make some wooded pens?
Great review man. Just bought one and I've learned some things from you. Thanks.
Hey just wondering...didn't see it mentiomed...is there any sort of area for longer stock to be inside the jaw? I'm new i forget what that area is called lol so if you had a longer piece of round stock chucked up in the jaw, had your 10" work area on one side of the jaw, can you leave any amount inside the jaw or through it like a larger lathe?
Great review, and great video!👍🏻
A very interesting machine, thanks a lot! I own an "Emco Unimat Classic" and was searching for an alternative...
How do you take the taper out and put a new taper in
Hi Mr. Weld, is that measuring guide I see "glued" on the lathed's gearbox face?
Appreciate the video, and time taken to make it, for me a beginner to even begin looking to buy one, this looks excellent and reasonable, to make outdated bushing I can't get for my vehicles,
how accurate are their Mark's when you set for 10 thou is it 10 thou
Great video what's the largest part you turned? On this lathe.
What's the largest diameter tube you can slide through the lathe and still have the Chucks Family gripped
Two questions. Does it have a stop you can set for the power feed so you don't accidentally run into the chuck? Does it have power feed for the cross slide?
No and No
Excellent review. Thanks
Very detailed video, only one thing, it does not have an alternative current motor is a DC motor I found out when my speed control went out it changes it from AC to DC otherwise it won't change direction from FWD to REV, other thing I been asking HF for the shield or the speed control nowhere to find no parts either since 1999 when I bought it, but over all is been a good tool I'm using an external control since 2014
Thank you for the great video! Can you please tell me if this will cut meteorite? They are comprised of silicates, nickel and iron.
thank you for the review. i live in the chicago area, you wouldnt believe the used lathes for sale at the same price. only problem is finding room and powering them with 3phase.
3 phase is no problem. Get a variable frequency drive (VFD) or a rotary phase convertor, and Bob's your uncle. Finding ROOM is indeed the biggest problem! 😩
How much can I get one I am planning to do some fabrication chopper frame building is what I what to get in too any suggestions on a affordable lathe and drill press
Would this mini lathe be able to put a bevel on 2" schedule 160 pipe?
Remember Cummins Tools? I bought this lathe from them 30 years ago for$200 and it still works.
Great video. Not only did I enjoy the review, and learnt more about using a lathe than most videos. Awesome work!
FYI, @ 17:40 when you say 3.5 - 4" is max, you know you can adjust the compound angle, and rotate the tool post to cut larger diameters, right?
hey, is the 7x12 big enough to cut rotors??
How do you guys think it would do on repairing pool cues?
I don't anything about lathes so this might be a stupid question but could this machine used to add knurling to a piece of steel round bar?
I purchased my lathe yesterday. I was trying to face up a 6 inch clutch plate but was getting it seems like a lot of tool holder flex. Any ideas on making the tool bar more rigid. I could actually just push it with my thumb and make a deeper cut. any advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Yea disassemble the whole thing and reassemble to your specifications. And anything bigger than 4 inch is too much for it. There's probably a hundred loose screws and bolts you haven't seen.
Thanks man, loved your review.
I am thinking about getting my first lathe and have a question. Does this one have a pass through headstock? If so, would it accept something 1.5 inches in diameter?
Excellent review of this lathe. Well structured and very detailed.This is the best video I've seen to date on this tool.
I'm actually thinking of buying this puppy but I'm now concerned that its length capacity will be problematic. Thanks for raising the issue.
I bought mine back in 80’s, cost well under $200. Still have it and use frequently, always clean and ready to play. Sure made a lot of money with it, now just fun stuff.
I bought mine yesterday 12/17/2022 and it was 780. It is going to get a fair amount of use for my garden tractor restorations.
I'm definitely going to be getting one of these little things they look very Handy and after seeing it in action a little I'm sold great video bud one of these and a mini mill think will be a great addition to my garage now lol
Thank you. I've been looking at this size
They still sell these but they are $ 750 with no discount available... inflation. Great review...
Awesome review! Thank you. First time watching one of your videos
whats the thru depth on the spindle. is it open or cut off?
Hi I am looking at turning hotwheel wheels would you recommend this lathe for this application ty you Sir
I really like that the lathe is included. LOL ;)
adventures in welding! do you have a recommendation for a beginner lathe? I'm not wanting to spend over $1000 and I'll be mainly making (hopefully) small gun parts (ie takedown pins, stuff like that)
hello friend could you help me order that chuck? i need to do some center hole drilling and thankfully you posted that it does not include the most important tool on the device , nearly all your work needs center drilled to spec on completion doesnt it ?
+NOBOX7 It's just a #2 morse taper 1/2" chuck. Try Littlestmachineshop.com or even ebay.
Thanks man i owe ya one.
Can the motor be switched out to a 220V motor?
i have this lathe. but from talking to people and reading and UA-cam. I notice that the power boards overheats , and some suggest placing a mini fan installed to help cool board.
Where you can buy this kind mini lath
Kewl video and an honest machine review, I liked watching it and have several times already.
Hey Man...What would be a good lathe to make 6" long Tapered Stainless Steel Cannons? ...Thanks for your time!
Hey Adventure will it cut chromolly steel?
Have been looking for this exact video for months, literally lol. Thanks so much. Any chance you will or already have made a video on the Mini Mill they offer?
The hf mini mill is great. I mainly use mine as a drillpress, however anything mild steel and softer it works just fine.. and setup properly has no issue holding a .001 over the table x and y. I do tram mine everytime i want any precision under +- .005 ... if you mainly machine aluminum you will be very happy
Thinking about learning gun barrel threading, will this work for that?
how deep is the headstock. I prefer an open ended headstock in order to use a threaded bar to pull the work to the hs.
Would you recommend the 7x10 mini lathe by HF today for $750?
Could I use it as a mini glassblowing lathe,?
Would it be possible to insert a gun barrel thru the back of it to cut threads on the end for a muzzle for a brake. If so, what would be the largest diameter barrel it would accept? Thanks! Awesome video!
3/4"
Thanks for your review and video.
What do you guys do to keep your tools cool while turning or do they just wear out fast.?
What a Great Video ! Thank you so much for this really great video Brest Regards Fron Costa Rica