Woodworker's Journal 2006-30-5, страница 50

positioned at the headstock or at the tailstock — a handy feature when turning large bowls and platters so you don't have to reach over the spinning object.

General's solution is to provide a magnetic-backed emergency "kill" button that can be attached anywhere. The large red push button is easy to find and use. Several lathe manufacturers offer these as optional equipment.

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Faceplates, Hand Wheels and Spindle Locks

Most woodturners use a 3" or 4" faceplate, even when turning large stock. The one 6" faceplate I own functions quite well as a hand wheel. It's a minor point, but lathes ought to include a 3" faceplate as standard equipment. Some of these did; others had a 6" faceplate.

A hand wheel is a helpful feature for a lathe. Among other things, it allows the turner to rotate the stock when checking

Capacity:

20" inboard, 31" between centers

Speeds: (rpm): 50 - 3,200

Spindle size: VA" x 8 tpi

Other: Sliding headstock, cast-iron stand, safety guard

Powermatic's beefy, wide, cast-iron stand addresses vibration and instability better than a lighter-weight steel stand. This lathe also has an easy-access door to the pulleys and drive belts (see inset).

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