Woodworker's Journal 2006-30-5, страница 52

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CRAFTSIVIAN

Model: 21715N Professional

Price: $580/Stand: $100 Phone: 800-377-7414

Motor/Weight:

2HP (max)/175 lbs.

Capacity: 15" inboard 38" between centers

Speeds: (rpm): 360 - 2,400

Spindle Size: 1" x 8 tpi

Other: Headstock swivels 90 steel stand not included

Craftsman's motor swivels when needed (see above), and its variable-speed is provided through a centrifugal clutch instead of the usual belt and pulleys (inset).

Other Options to Consider

Sometimes it's the little things that make the difference, and I found several delightful new features on these lathes.

Some of these lathes have a pin that threads into the ends of the lathe beds. These will keep the

Craftsman's motor swivels when needed (see above), and its variable-speed is provided through a centrifugal clutch instead of the usual belt and pulleys (inset).

headstock and tailstock from slipping off the lathe — an important feature for headstocks that can be moved along the ways of the lathe. What a disaster if the headstock were to fall off! Tool Review continues on page 76 .