Lathe Basics – WOOD magazine
Whether you’re new to the lathe or just need a refresher course, WOOD magazine’s Craig Ruegsegger covers the basic operation of this machine. Learn not only the proper technique to using a lathe, but the terminology associated with it. These are the building blocks to mastering the tool for safety and accuracy.
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Are we really calling the dang hammer an "Impact Device"?! Like an elevator in an outhouse and just strokes somebody’s ego to be able to use more complicated, convoluted words than necessary. Pointless and counterproductive if you are trying to get new people into the craft.
I cringed when I saw the spur center struck with a hammer
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I checked through the comments below. I was a production bowl turner for about 20 years. NEVER use a spindle roughing gouge on a bowl!!!!!! They can be used safely by an expert, but the way you show it being used WILL lead to a massive catch, breaking the tool, and quite possibly injuring the turner. A peeling cut used on bowls with that tool is suicidal. A SRG has a tapered tang for inserting into the tool handle. It is not very strong. A bowl gouge is made from round bar stock for the whole length, and they are made specifically for bowl turning, but work pretty well on spindles too.
Another point for safety, I ALWAYS stand out of the line of fire when turning bowls, and even on spindles, especially when starting the lathe up.
The lathe is the Jet 12/24, and it is my little lathe. You have the lamp in the second best spot for use. Best spot is in the trash. Doesn’t get anywhere near what you need to light what you have on the lathe.
The lathe is 1/4 or less of what you will spend to get set up for turning.
That grinder, slow speed is correct, though you can use a high speed grinder. The high speed ones tend to eat the metal a lot faster. The grey wheel is only used for heavy tool shaping, not for a standard cutting edge. The white wheel will do okay, but is most likely an 80 grit wheel which is pretty coarse. An 180 grit wheel is more common, and most are now using the CBN grinding wheels. The platforms on that grinder are removed by almost all turners now days. Many after market rests that are far better. Jigs are most common for sharpening gouges.
How big is a lathe?
sorry.. did he just call a hammer an ‘impact device’ 20:40
Great vido and love the last tip. Always clean after finishing any job. Regards from Panama City, Panamá
Thanks for the knowledge about the Lathe
Thanks, this is the clearest video I have seen for someone like me who wants to start – I have not seen any clip that shows what a four jaw chuck is, how it works and explains so simply the parts fo a lathe! thanks for this
Thanks my new hobby , will improve. ,, cleaning up Most essential.
One of the best videos I have seen. Got myself a simple lathe so going to start using it more often
hi with regard to having a grinder next to your lathe, this is a bad idea, as grinding derby has a good chance of getting into the lathe bearing, this could be very costly to put right. as fore dust and shavings, it is always best to clear them always as soon as you have finished whot you have been doing use a broom fare the larger shavings, and the a heavy vacuum cleaner to get all the dust, it has been known for a long time that dust that has been laying about for some time , together with static electricity, can self ignite, this has brenned down many workshops in the past.so cleanliness has its good side, keep safe and have a happy new year ,JB UK
Great video! What model is that Jet lathe? I’ve been considering learning how to turn and that looks like a good garage size model.
If a lathe says 12×14… Which size is the length and which is the size of the diameter that will fit?
Sorry if a dumb question. Long time woodworker, but never turned anything.
Thanks!!!
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Excellent video
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Just getting started and I love this video. Thanks.
Great intro to wood turning
I would use a soft face mallet to drive the center in. Over time you will bulge the end over time
Where my Industrial Arts (woodshop) viewers at?
I loved how he called the hammer an Impact Device. I laughed a little 😀
Awesome video. I want to get a wood lathe and this video was very helpful. Thank you!
Excellent video. Well paced and organized . Your work space is clean and not cluttered. I will watch this several times before my beginners class. Thank you !
Very well done video. One question; what causes the tool rest to keep coming loose after you’ve tightened it during turning? Is it the vibration of the work piece as it revolves? I’ve been experiencing this with the mini-lathe I have. Is there any way to prevent this?
Great video!
I dont really want any dishes made of wood, and making your own furniture to me would be like having to make your own clothes. I guess when you think about it, it doesn’t make since to make anything these days, except for the the feeling of accomplishment of something you made yourself , but that feeling is something not sold in stores.
Thanks man
This video needs to be shot by an experienced turner. If a beginner watches this, he will learn the improper use of tools, that could, lead to the user hurting himself…..badly. First, the roughing gouge is really called a Spindle roughing gouge. It is called this for a reason, it is Not to be used on endgraib, as your demonstrator shows it being used to round out a bowl blank. Essential using it on end grain. Second, the tool placement, and how it is used to address the workpiece, specifically the spinle, and bowl gouge, is incorrect. Your demonstrator insures that the user will experience catches, catches that could tear the tool out of the users hands, and most likely damage the workpiece. There is no mention of touching the tool rest before the workpiece. Some may say that they use a tool a certain way, but the rule of thumb needs to be understood, and why,. An experienced turner knows not to use a spindle roughing gouge on end grain, but may use it at time, knowing the risks involved. There were several other instances demonstrating the lack of knowledge by the demonstrator, and would advise the viewer to watch a few other lathe demonstrations prior to starting. Most of your videos are very informative, but this one needs to touch on some very important safety rules, so the user is aware prior to turning!
Do you have any brands of Lathes that you would recommend for beginners?
How do you get the recess in the bowl? Probably the first thing you have to do?
Great video except for the two ad interruptions. I will quit watching if this continues. I dont care if they pay for the video or not, it is rude and not needed.
SPEED?????
What are the various RPMs for a square blank vs a round bowl. Do you start off slow, and then pick it up with sanding the fastest? Would be a very good addition to tutorial. Also, GRIT? On a spindle, do you go to 220 at 3500. Rpm? Is there a general rule of thumb?
Thanks..
Excelente, maestro…. Gracias por sus enseñanzas y por compartirlas.
Thank you for this no nonsense introduction to the lathe. I feel confident enough to start playing around with it in a safe manner. All the best to you
Why is the quality so bad?
Great vid, just used for learning
Turning has become my passion!
Nice introduction!
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Amazing! Looks great
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Easy quick 12 min watch, super helpful and easy to understand, didn’t feel like my time was wasted.
Thank you sir !!!
Impact device? NERD!
nice try, a couple of points from an old turner, NEVER use a steel hammer on morse tapers, always a mallet or soft hammer,you forgot to lock the tailstock quill, and NEVER use a roughing gouge on faceplate work, I was quite shocked to see you do this, the tang of a roughing gouge is not as strong as a bowl gouge, to get the best hold from a four jaw chuck, you should only have a maximum of 1/8 of an inch gape between the jaws when fully closed down on the work, one more thing keep your grinder away from the lathe, as grinding grit may get into the lathe bearings , I hope you are not offended by my remarks but safety must always come first, and remember to where your safety glasse , you only get one pair of eyes so look after them. all the best from an old tuner. JB UK.
Question can composite deck wood be used on a lathe
this was incredibly helpful!!!
What model is that lathe? And where did you buy the chisels at, I’ve been trying to hunt them down online with no luck
Thanks for sharing. 😉