This LatheMatters Guides section talks about different methods and tips regarding both wood and metal turning. Here you will find how-to guides, tutorials, buying guides, project ideas and more.
The milling and grinding processes are similar machining processes that prioritize material removal but differ in various ways. Either machining operation can handle materials like metal, but it’s important to know which tool to pick up for the job. So what’s the difference between them? I’ll cover their differences and what they’re better at here. […]
Milling vs. Grinding: How Are They Different? Read More »
Calculating the right speed can do wonders, especially when turning wood. When the lathe is too slow, cutting the wood requires a more challenging and tedious experience. On the other hand, if the lathe is too fast, it can be too dangerous, as high-speed projectiles can pose a hazard to everyone near the area. But
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If your room doesn’t have enough space for another large tool, you will need to build a DIY lathe stand so it would take up the least amount of space and be simple to move out of the way. An excellent lathe stand is just as crucial as an excellent lathe. This article will teach
How to Build a DIY Lathe Stand – A Step-By-Step Tutorial Read More »
A lathe is known to be the mother of all machine tools, but they’re costly and require greater space. The good thing is, you can make one in your workshop and start working on whatever work piece project you have in mind! You may need a handful of wood, a drill machine, screws and bolts,
How to Make a Drill Lathe – An Easy Step-By-Step Guide Read More »
It’s not always possible to hold the work steady, especially if it will take more than an hour, right? Setups that help our project become more stable are necessary for us to complete our work. That’s why in this article, I am going to tell you all about using a steady rest on a lathe.
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