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Re: Machining / Lathe questions
Original poster: "by way of Terry Fritz <teslalist@qwest.net>" <Mddeming@aol.com>
In a message dated 3/19/03 7:21:13 PM Eastern Standard Time,
tesla@pupman.com writes:
>2. Secondly, I'm finding that lathe work is becoming a requirement on
>almost all my new tesla and high voltage projects (as well as others) and
>I'm finding the very high prices of out-of-house machining to be very
>restrictive so I think its in my best interest to invest in a lathe and
>start practicing. Are there any lathes out there for under $500.00 that
>would be okay for practicing and would be tabletop sized (not a huge floor
>mounted lathe)???
>
>Any help appreciated. Thanks.
>
>The Captain
Hi Cap'n
Depending on the size of the pieces you will ultimately be
machining, Harbor Freight Tools www.harborfreight.com has a tabletop lathe
starting for about $395. They also have outlet stores in many locations to
avoid S&H. However, by the time you get a good assortment of cutting tools,
holders, bits, jigs, etc., you will hit $500 with no trouble. They also
have larger sizes for more $$ on up to several k$. Northern Tool,
www.northerntool.com has similar items but is a little pricier. Sometimes
they have a free shipping special. Depending on specials and location, one
or the other might be better.
Matt D.