DIY Drill Powered Lathe
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- Опубликовано: 19 май 2018
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Now here's a gentleman that realizes that not everyone is rich. Most videos showing how to make a home made tabletop lathe, involves the use of, "or access to" expensive machines and tools, that most people do not have. Plus this version involves the use of simple wood that is also not hard to find, and is easy to work with in the construction and fabrication of parts. Background music is nice and NOT overbearing and doesn't drown out the host. Thank you for this video sir.
Thank you! I'm glad you dig it!
You're 100% correct there... I loved that.
On god
100%!!! I can't stand diy videos that require $10000 worth of equipment.
@@kegclem5516 Loli know
one thing I might add is that the tool rest ideally should be exactly level with the spinning axis of the lathe. I think you'll find you will get even better results if you do that :)
Get this! I told a customer of mine of this upload, AND he said, "I've got some mini lathe tools I've had for years" He went to his shed and GAVE them to me, u gouge, skew chisel and parting tool. I was really blown away. Glad I found your channel or the conversation never would have happened so, thanks again. ;-)
Awesome! Now you have to put those things to use!
as an apartment-dwelling woodworker, these builds are a great find. And Hazard Frought is having a sale right now lol
I really appreciate the honest and straightforward nature of this video. A couple things didn't work out quite like you expected, and none of that is hidden. Awesome work!
Thanks! I'm glad you dig the video!
Exactly - it's just as helpful to see what didn't work as what did work. 💯❗😁
Not only is this a great video about doing a lathe (when I finish 15 other great projects I have seen lately - too many builds to do and too little time), I may try this build.
For your own safety, don't.
This was perfect for my son’s 8th grade science fair project. This table is surprisingly sturdy and I will be able to use it for many other projects. I love how easily it folds up and it is easy to store in the garage. Great purchase.
Love this; I’ve been searching around for inspiration for turning my drill into a small lathe. This is the best I’ve come across. Thanks
Pretty cool little lathe, i liked the “speed control” setup that is a good idea Izzy has lot of them
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it! Are you saying Izzy has lots of good ideas (which he does, of course!) or has lots of speed control setups?
Tommy I can't thank you enough for this one. I shutter when thinking about the time and frustration i could've saved by asking about the uses of this tool. Your video was extremely eye-opening and it's not an overstatement to say it's just become an indispensable part of my woodworking. The same way we're unlikely to use a hand saw for anything that isn't absolutely necessary. Thanks again for ALL the great tips and ideas you bring to the woodworking community. by "community" i mean me of course 😉
Seriously, awesome work👍🏾
Thanks, Ivan! I really appreciate the kind words - it truly brings a smile to my face 🙂
I like it! You engineered and built a very inexpensive and usable tool. Thanks for the clear and comprehensive video.
Thanks! I'm gald you liked it!
Very cool project. I like that you show what didn’t work as well as what did. Great job.
Thanks man - that’s a solid compliment.
Very nice - I’m thinking about making a lathe too and this was a big help. I really like the speed control on the drill and how you minimized wobble in the bearings.
Thank you, and good luck with project!
Let me compliment you on the quality of your video production - lighting good, sound good, background music just right and voice over very smooth and well done. Overall - great job. You have come a long way since your first video 3 years ago. Look forward to seeing more from you (but keep that family life balanced - that is more important than letting video production become your master)
Thanks for the awesome compliments and the advice!
You made some really neat things integrated into this, it looks lik you don't need expensive metal tracks, just plain old wood and bolts to "get your groove on". Some groovy innovations in this video. Badumtish
Thanks for the video! I really like the easy and peace you have when explaining things. I've wanted to build a simple lathe myself for some time. The vids I saw previously were always a bit too complicated. Yours is way more clear and gives me inspiration to build me own. So thanks from a fan from Holland. Keep them coming please.
You're very welcome! I'm glad you you dig my style, and makes me happy to know that you're inspired. Thank you for the wonderful compliment. Let me know how your build turns out!
Awesome build! And so many good refit tips in the comments. Great to see people design and troubleshoot a simple and useful homemade tool.
Thank you! I'm glad you liked the video! Be sure to check out the upgrades I made too - here's a link: ruclips.net/video/UqvVQ2dZaAU/видео.html Thanks again!
I see you've already been told about the tool rest. Line it up with the center of the bolts used for the head and tail stock. Or better yet make a slot and and extra piece so you can adjust it. The only other thing I would say is to use four bearings. One on both sides of the head and tailstock. It will eliminate play and make the whole assembly much stronger. Nice work!!!!
um! did you actually watch the whole video because he does have 4 bearings. the reason is also in the video is the threaded rod was a smaller diameter than the inner hole of the bearings, hence the need for the epoxy sleeving. Skate bearing have an inner diameter of 8mm and 22mm od.
That was a nice move using the epoxy on the threads for a bushing. I'm gonna file that away for future projects! Great build, results great for a first timer!
It's great, simple to make, and I think it's very efficient. Thanks for sharing your project.
Nice seeing you work through problems. Love that you show and address mistakes.
Thank you, John!
I can't wait to make two vases that - when set next to each other - look just like a face. Imma make a series and call the Vases and Faces Collection. (Don't steal that, fellow YouTubians)
Excellent video! If I may make a recommendation though? You've had some great feedback regarding the positioning and modifications of your tool rest. As time goes by, you're going to find that the stress it takes from use is going to deform it until you find yourself making a new one. I would recommend getting a piece of thin flatbar, like 1/8", and bend it to form a cover plate and lip over the inside edge of the rest. This will keep the deformation from happening by adding strength and rigidity to it.
Thanks! And thanks for the recommendation!
And also lower the tool rest down so it's pretty close to even with the center of the work.
@@Punchin83 I was just about the comment on this. I was waiting for that first chisel to dig in and go flying from how high he was having to angle in with that tool rest, lol.
I admire the craftsmanship and also the improvisation skills! Inspiring video, thanks!
Thank you!
This is cool to see your lateral thinking solutions - I especially liked tightening up the bearings by using epoxy.
Well made, Tommy. Really dig it.
Suggestion: Try a steel (or steel-edged) tool guide, and line the top edge of it up with the rotational axis of the drive bearings, or preferably 10 degrees lower (but no more than that).
This will make the job come over-and-down onto the cutting edge of the hand tool. Much more efficient, and safer too.
P.S. I would have put steel washers on the under side of the slide bolts. ( I know, I'm sorry... everyone's an expert.)
It's a great piece, Man, you should be proud of it.
Thanks! Also, thanks for taking the time to write out detailed advice for how this could be improved. Many others have mentioned the tool rest height issue, and I've corrected that in the plans, but not yet on the actual lathe (I will before the next use). I was thinking about adding a metal strip to the edge as well, just to help extend the life of the wood on the tool rest. I'm not sure I understand where you're suggesting I should put washers - can you elaborate? Either way, I'll post a video when I make the improvements. Thanks again for helping me this a better project!
Sarah, thanks for clarifying that. The original design using the square neck of the of the carriage bolt as a means by which to keep the bolt from turning limits what type of washer that could be used underneath. The head of the carriage bolt is actually designed to act sort of as a washer, that's why it's bigger than a normal (say for example) hex bolt or pan head screw. It creates more surface area for the head to grab against. I'm glad to see you're thinking about the design! It's stuff like this that keeps me thinking about ways to improve. Keep those thoughts coming!
Loved the video and since I have watched it half a dozen times over the last month, I figured that I might as well subscribe and buy the plans. I can’t wait to try it out. Very well done video and comprehensive plans. Thank you for making this available to create. Also, good job commenters on a couple good modifications to change or add.
Brandon, thank you for the compliments and your patronage! Also, check your email ;-)
Thanks Tommy, I built my own lathe, then watched your video, nice finish, mines much rougher finish and I used the centre baring from an old bicycle wheel as the spinning end. Thanks again. 👊👍
It's cool that you built your own - good job 🙂
Bloody piss cutta. Dam good "Power Drill Lathe". You took the time to make each part fit, making sure the "Wobble" was gone from the bearings. All up, Top Class Lathe. Will definitely get your plans for it and build my own Lathe from your plans. Cheers. Kev.
P.S. I don't have a shed, but just a extension on the back of my car port, and enclosed that with a simple door on the outside, and then double doors leading from inside the carport to a normal size door, then to open it completely, I made a double sized door that doubles as a tool hanging space on the inside of this part. Don't have a bench saw, so will need to build my own, don't have a drill press so will have to make one of them, don't have a router table so will need to build one of them. DON'T have a lot of stuff, I have the tools but NOT the tables for each power tool, but, will get it in time. Thanks again for your time and effort.
Thanks for the awesome compliment! Sounds like you're very tenacious - I love the mindset you have on building as you go. Let me know how it turns out!
A little at a time is all anyone can expect from you. Not everyone has the ability to just buy everything they want at once - in fact, most of us don't. You'll get there, with time.
Pop can walls make great shims
I’ve just now stumbled on to your channel, and after seeing this video, I’m a subscriber!! I’ve been a machinist for about 20 years and this is the coolest diy I’ve seen! I love the variable speed control adjuster. And spindle replacement is a cheap as buying a new drill. I’ve always wanted to get into wood lathe work and for the cost of this project, I may try it out.
Thanks John! That's a really solid compliment, and a truly appreciate it! Welcome to the channel. If you do build the lathe, let me know how it goes!
That's pretty cool! I would suggest moving from skate bearings to thrust bearings. They're designed to take lateral load so they will have a much greater stability and will improve the longevity of your head and tail stock assemblies.
Fascinating!
I was searching a drill powered lathe like this one for a long time! Already bought the plans. Man, you really made my day!
Big hug!
Keep working!
Juan, thank you for the wonderful compliments, and for buying the plans - I appreciate it very much! Let me know if you need anything along the way!
@@OneMinuteWorkbench thanks! I've had noticed that you drop the part were the cheasel works. Is an specific height? Or just approximated?
Sorry for the late reply on this. In the update video (and in the plans), I lowered the tool rest so that the chisel hits the center of the workpiece. I hope this helps!
Thank you so much. I was going to make one myself except I was going to use a rope around a 1-1/2 inch dowel and then use foot power like a medieval prototype lol. I think I am gonna go with your idea, thank you.
Awesome build video and brilliant plan with plywood layers, including for T slots.
Thanks! I really appreciate you taking the time to compliment the video and the build. Thanks again!
7:23 Glad you found a way to cope with the problem!
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Excellent little mini-lathe. I was going to make a few improvement suggestions, but after reading the comments, I realized most of them had been addressed.
Thanks! If you're interested, here's the follow-up video with the viewer-suggested improvements: ruclips.net/video/UqvVQ2dZaAU/видео.html
I love the speed control mechanism! Saves messing around with electrics.
Thanks!
New to your channel Tommy. Impressed with your ingenuity and creativity! Had to signup to follow you and your creations. Thanks for sharing
Jb B, thanks! I'm glad you're digging the channel!
I love your speed control! I’m a Machinist so seeing this is pretty cool! Do a metal turning lathe next!!!
Thanks! We'll see about the metal lathe...I'd actually love to build one, but I've got a lot of ground to cover before I get there. Thanks again!
A J H PRODUCTIONS nice pfp 🤘🏻
Nic that’s what’s up!! Always good to meet another fellow Chuck supporter. Support music, not rumors!!
This is my first time seeing any of your videos or work and i have to say it's very impressive to say the least! I hope to be able to build like this one day!
Thank you! I'm sure you're probably better at building than you think!
Gonna give this a shot, thanks!
Thank You! I am going to try this out and please keep up the Great Videos!
I'm glad you're inspired! I'm working on plans right now and they should be done hopefully sometime this week - when they're done, I'll post them for sale on my website for 5 bucks.
FYI ~ plans are now available on the site!
Sweet!
This is my next project.
I think I'll make shot glasses out of pallet wood like I saw in another video.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck with the build!
Jackmanworks... haha the 100 shotglass build. Just don't drink out of it.
Your a Master my friend!! Unreal I can't stop watching your videos I love projects like this, Great Job again!!
Thank you! That's a very solid compliment, and I appreciate it!
You are a genius. My wood working skills are put to shame. Thank you.
lol - My girlfriend can explain to you exactly how I'm not a genius 😂 Either way, I appreciate the compliment - thank you!
Love your lathe ! Someday I shall make one😊thank you.
Be sure to send me pics when you do! FYI, plans are available here: oneminuteworkbench.com/product/drill-powered-lathe-building-instructions/
One Minute Workbench sure I will .😊thanks for replying. I will check out the link. You are a helpful person .😊
@@OneMinuteWorkbench, thank you so much for the link. I love when people actually offer up plans or even parts lists so that their vewers can do what it is that they just watched, rather than just trying to "fake it" and getting stuck or give up. Plans are integral to actually being able to do something yourself. Thanks again!
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You're like a modern version of that Primitive Technique guy.
Its nice to see another crackpot thinking outside the box. I found your video because I've had the same idea but couldn't figure out a proper mock up. Thank you sir for the upload and ideas, cheers
great video man :) My dad tried to make a lathe with a drill years ago to make a stanley cup. it didnt work well. in the years since I was able to come across 3 different lathes and love my 1968 rockwell lathe
Ingenious and excellent presentation... I really enjoyed the video thank you
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it!
This was cool, makes me want to try it.
Awesome! If you do, let me know how it turns out!
@@OneMinuteWorkbench
not how it turns out, just how it turns.
My sister just bought a house next door which belonged to a woodworker, so free lathe! But I learned like 15 new things from this video, thanks!
No problem, I'm glad you enjoyed it! Also, nice job scoring that free lathe!
Well done! I like the idea that’s it’s light and easily able to be moved or stored.
Thanks! I’m glad you like it!
Just a couple quick notes, first, not to sound like a broken record but, the tool rest is too high and could be a safety concern if you get the tool caught in the work. Second, instead of using the skate board bearings it would be a lot more sturdy if you used conical tapered wheel bearings. They provide a more rigid action that reduces the amount of vibration in the work and will last longer over time. To add to that, you can find them for fairly cheap on amazon at about 10 or 15 bucks a piece. Overall, this is a really cool project. Thanks for sharing it with us
Steve, thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the project! Thanks also for the feedback. Other viewers have made similar suggestions, and I've made some of the upgrades based on those comments. Here's a link to the update video: ruclips.net/video/Fc77cL8ReBQ/видео.html Thanks again!
Great project! A nice "middle of the road" lathe between Izzy and Matthias. Well done. Now we need to see you turn a soccer ball haha!
Thanks! That's kind of what I was going for - something a little more robust, but still a quick and easy build. I'm pretty sure I lack the skills for turning soccer balls - I think I'll leave those up to Matthias ;-)
Mattais copy machine is mindblowing
Jus found this video.
Hope all is well and I'm subscribing right now.
Looking forward to seeing your other vids.
Dude! That turned out way better than I thought it was going to!!
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Great job in every way! Thanks 4 sharing
No problem! Glad you like it!
I think the tool rest should be lower and level with your drive spindle this will give you better control of the chisels and a better finish. When I was at school I was part of a rocketry club and we needed to turn our nose cones on a lathe so I constructed a lathe using a B/Decker drill and two horizontal drill stands, one chuck and gear housing from an old drill. I used "G" clamps to hold the drill stands onto the top of rung of our back steps. Later my father screwed the two drill stand onto a knitting machine bed and I used the knitting machine carriage to hold my tool rest that is how I turned the nose cones.
Thanks for taking the time to give some feedback! Have a look at this: ruclips.net/video/UqvVQ2dZaAU/видео.html
Brilliant. I agree re the tools rest. The drill mounting has inspired me for a project I am thinking about.
Awesome - I’m glad you’re inspired! Be sure to share your project when it comes together!
Just excellent!!! Typical of RUclipsrs (best intentions I'm sure) to tell you what you haven't done perfectly (toolrest conversation) as against how superb your project is: bloody well done mate.
Thank you!
One thing I have to compliment you about is the fact that you don’t use the fanciest tools to get the job done.
Thanks! I appreciate that. I figure most people don't have a shop full of Festool and Powermatic products that make everything a breeze so I don't use those....that plus the fact I can't afford them 😂
I agree with The Country Carpenter. It's cool you are using the average guy's tools to do great work. I noticed a whole lot of Harbor Freight looking gear that matches my shop.
@@OneMinuteWorkbench here's a sub and i'll watch more of your videos, hope others will do the same and you'll eventually can afford 'em !
After watching this and couple other videos on making a lathe, I have come to the conclusion that I will just find someone who's selling and buy a used one.
Thanks for the feedback, and best of luck with finding yourself a lathe!
Yes, I bought my lathe in a 10 of the time it took to build this one. :)
Hahaha. These videos come off as so pretentious for some reason
Really? I've already got a lathe, but this makes me want to build one. It's so awesome!
The man has skills and show them off. Nothing wrong with that. I’d still just buy one if I was really into it.
thanks for this. i have an old drill i been thinking of using along these lines. having video of a working model will really come in handy once i go ahead with my plans.
i will look at several videos and get ideas and may incorporate a few ideas into what i wind up doing. i really like how you set up your adjustment slides.
you used basic tools which is good to show you can complete a project like this with minimum tools. i have a router and a welder which i can use to my advantage on some of these steps but it is good to see what one can do with less to work with.
Awesome! I’d be excited to see how it goes!
Nicely done, and clever use of epoxy to make a bespoke bushing. Kudos.
Thanks! And I love the use of the word bespoke - so fancy!
One Minute Workbench i know right, my mom would be proud of my vocabuloluary 😉
Lol
8:10 hose clamp attachment
8:40 speed control
9:00 headstock bearing assembly
Best diy wood lathe I’ve seen on RUclips
Thanks!
I miss my dad's old lathe. I remember a few times the wood would come off and going flying (really old lathe). Luckily, no one got hurt. I'll have to try this project out in the fall.
Sounds like a good time! I'm glad this video brought you some nostalgia - let me know how your build goes in the fall!
I am in the process of building a banjo. As you probably know, it’s a round instrument. But I didn’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on a professional lathe. This video was so helpful. I wish I could like it more than once !!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I’m glad you found it useful!
You should totally enter this in the rocklerplywoodchallenge! Awesome project dude!
Also I'm not a turner at all but I think the tool rest is supposed to be lower. That way your tool is lined up with the center of the piece.
Thanks for the idea! I might just do that!
Thanks again for this idea - I entered it in the the challenge. I'll just keep my fingers crossed now!
One Minute Workbench Awesome! 😀 best of luck!
Your tool rest should be the same height as the turning centre. You tool rest is far too high and may result in your chisel jamming and kick forward away from you. You also need to taper your tool rest so you can lower the chisel. Hope this helps.
Such an awesome idea! I came here based on the thumbnail, hoping I would be able to make this, but I realized I don't have the workspace. Also I would need to make a table saw, drill press and get a sizable workspace for all that stuff. I need something less involved and modular (take down in a minute or two). I just need to make some grooves in some dowels and that's about it. Moving on to something else. Thanks though!!
Only thing I would suggest for anyone trying to build this project, I would label your peices as to not get them mixed up like I would, I’ve made many projects and used the wrong pieces and end up with a build that doesn’t work or looks terrible, lol thankfully this guy is smart enough to remember what goes where 😂😂😂
Indeed. In the plans, each piece has a unique label, and there are notes reminding the user to mark the pieces as they make the cuts. It definitely makes things easier!
@@OneMinuteWorkbench this guy, he knows what he’s doing 😂😂 me not so much, I can’t even cut a price of wood in a straight line lol, but this is an awesome video man, I’m actually planning on building something like this as well, if you have any pointers that weren’t included in the video I’d love to know 😂😂
Damn bro. Fantastic !
Thanks! I'm glad you like it!
Well Done. Thanks for sharing. ;-)
Thank you for posting this vlog . I can’t wait to try it out for myself .
Let me know how it goes!
One Minute Workbench will do matey .
Adjustable from forward, back, side to side and height for the toolrest might be perfect to adjust depending on how big or small you are working on.
They should put you in charge of our economy. Your problem-solving skills are off the chart.
Omg 😂
Great job. Your an excellent speaker and don’t need the music. It’s low enough but really not necessary.
Thanks! And thanks for the compliment. I do like some light music in the background, but try to make it low enough so that it's not overbearing for those who don't enjoy it as much. Anyway, thanks again!
Really great. Some of these items people might just have lying around in a toolbox or just around the house
Just beautiful sir !!!!!!!!!! I just loved this project.Cheers from India.
Black&Decker used to sell a lathe to fit power drill many years ago. Nice work but agree with others tool rest to high.
Thanks for the feedback! I recently learned that craftsman did something like that, but I didn't know about Black & Decker - interesting. For the tool rest height, have a look here: ruclips.net/video/UqvVQ2dZaAU/видео.html
My dad had one. :)
Not bad man!
Thanks!
I remember that in my Mothers mail order catalogue many years ago.
impressive, this is defiantly something I would make if my dad would let me, its not a case of being too young, its a case of my dad being an ass about making things
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I admire your stamina to answer all comments, even the bad ones.
Thanks, I do my best. If we shy away from criticism, we can never improve!
Terrific job on this video. This lathe project is on my list. Thank you very much.
Your toolrest is far to high. The top of the toolrest must sit in the middle of your work piece. The way it was now is dangerous.
Thanks for the tip!
I've lowered the toolrest so that it is centered with the workpiece - thanks again for the suggestion!
really you need to be able to set the tool rest just below center, on center and just above center for different tools and types of cut, check out the youtube channel "worth the effort" he is a great teacher and usually explains the physics behind what your doing so its not just monkey see monkey do.
also angle your top edge on rest (where the tool slides) so the top is sliding down towards you, and make sure its as smooth as possible as bumps in the rest will translate into your work.
Thanks for the suggestions and the channel recommendation. I'm a novice at lathe work, so I truly appreciate the advice.
‘Only Cost me $35’ and one year of my life 😂😂
And look what he gained, and what he has shared. Whatever time he spent creating this lathe, he can enjoy his handiwork over and over again. Anything he makes on it will be that much more special. Not only that, he has shared his work with us, so that we can do the same. I've enjoyed just watching him build it. This was an enjoyable video for me, and I'm sure others have enjoyed it as well. So, even if it had taken him a year, that would have been a year well spent.
That is over shadowed by your good videos , shows a very good skill and ability and good grasp of wood working ...lve been a -joiner here in England for 42 , yes...
you can start on my site this Monday morning
ps, lve watch a lot of your videos ..
and like them
regards
English Mik
I'll still argue that functionality is a word 😉 Thank you for the wonderful compliments!
Awesome video! I'm going to make my own but I think I'll use t slot double framing instead of wood for the frame. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you, and good luck with the project!
Holy shit someone else who’s into Otis
Btw you gotta link his site in your description! Dude needs so much more love!
Otis is great - love his stuff. I’ve actually had some people message me asking who he is. You’re right, I should add a link for him. I’ll do it tomorrow.
Not sure who Otis is so looking forward to a link.
Small Workshop Guy Otis McDonald is the writer of the funky music Tommy used.
I've used his musics in 2-3 of my videos. Here's a link: www.otismacmusic.com/
Jigsaw Can be tilted in to the wood while the trigger is pressed.
Use the foot as a pivot ...
Thanks for the tip!
Nice diy project. $35 for material is cool but the kind of tools you used are not typical for a small time DIY person like me. Some good ideas for the lathe bench. Thanks for sharing
I'm glad you dig it! You can use substitutions for some of what I did here in this video, but the most important things are making sure your cuts are straight, and your holes are as close to a perfect 90 degrees as you can get. Anyway, thanks again!
@@OneMinuteWorkbench yeah I read one of your other comments about picking up a cheaper but powerful used drill (Craigslist etc.,). Thanks. Keep your videos coming.
Cool gadget. I’ll use part of this design for my own little project. I’ve been scratching my head trying to work out what to do, and guess what? This is it. Thanks!
Thank you, Andrew! Good luck with your project!
could you use a reguilur electric motor say 1/4 hp or a1/2 hp? i llike the video great job
Thanks for the compliment on the video...it was a ton of work!
My guess would be that you could add a motor with some sort of direct drive adapter or even a pulley system. As far as how many hps it could handle, I’m not sure. I’ve calculated the drill at about 1/3 hp, and I think it’s pretty well suited for the other components of the lathe. The bearings are abec 7 and could handle an increase just fine, but you might want to double up some of the material thicknesses of certain components (namely the bases of the headstock and tailstock...maybe also double up the screws that lock them down) if you increase the power.
Hope this helps! Thanks again!
Tool improvements, use Helicoils to strengthen your thread joints.
Thanks for the suggestion!
True I was thinking about that! Was thinking about spraying stuff in the wood threads to do that but actually your idea would be better!
Hey that’s a great idea! 35 dollars in material is a great plan. I used to do a lot of pottery. Thinking of switching to wood working. In meantime I can’t do much but invest look around till I have a whole day to give. This is a great idea.
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
There will always be critics...
That was super cool to watch. Cool design, cool layout, learned some tricks watching. Thank you!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I appreciate the compliments and am glad you enjoyed the video!
Thomas Oviatt
of course there will always be critics, But constructive criticism gets more good efficient results....After all that's the ultimate outcome.......Yes folks , it's like an argument, an Argument is an collective series of statements intended to establish a proposition, not an argumentative angry bickering and name-calling for gain sake ,it's to resolve the best outcome for the Project and all involved.....?
English Mik
Are the drawings or even just a list showing your measurements for the parts/pieces you've created?
Audrey, here is link to the drawing: oneminuteworkbench.com/product/drill-powered-lathe-building-instructions/ If you build it, let me know how it turns out!
You could make a much better headstock with a rear axle from a bicycle wheel. Typically they are hardened steel with threaded sections on each end.
Thanks for the tip!
Отличный станок у вас получился! Вы настоящий мастер! В вашей работе заложена энергия ваших мыслей и рук!
Love the video and I couldn’t afford a lathe but now I can with watching your skills! Thanks!
Thanks, and good luck with the project!