Manufacturer | RIKON |
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Part Number | 70-105 |
Item Weight | 74 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 35.5 x 10.5 x 14.75 inches |
Item model number | 70-105 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Wattage | 375 watts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Measurement System | Metric |
Included Components | Lathe, Wrenches, Rubber Feet, Live center, Manual, 6" tool rest, spur center |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 5 years |
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RIKON Power Tools 70-105 10" x 18" 1/2 hp Mini Lathe
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- Rikon mini lathe: This Rikon mini lathe features a ½ motor that provides ample power for all turning needs. With a 10” swing and 18” between centers, this mini lathe also has a self ejecting tail stock and has easy access to speed change.
- Sturdy and Dedicated: Designed specifically at the request of pen turners who wanted a sturdy, dedicated machine for their craft. This scaled-down, basic mini lathe is made from cast iron, so vibration is not a factor, unlike other lathes made of aluminum.
- 5 speed ranger: This mini lathe has a 5 speed range that covers the bases for boring barrel holes, roughing out pen billets, turning to shape and finishing.
- Includes: This lathe includes a live center, tool rest, knock-out bar, and wrenches.
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ASIN | B01426DJ78 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #150,857 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #7 in Power Wood Lathes |
Date First Available | August 18, 2015 |
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10" x 18" Lathe #70-105 was designed specifically at the request of pen turners who wanted a sturdy, dedicated machine for their craft. This scaled-down, basic mini lathe is constructed of cast iron so vibration is not a factor, unlike other lathes made of aluminum. 5 Speed ranges cover the bases for boring barrel holes, roughing out pen billets, turning to shape and finishing. Lathe includes a live center, tool rest, knock-out bar and wrenches.
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Value for money | 4.4 | 4.6 | 3.5 | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.2 |
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375 watts
120 volts
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Customers like the value, weight and ease of use of the tools. For example, they mention it's good for the money, easy to set up and operate, and a good beginners lathe. That said, opinions are mixed on the quality and power.
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Customers are satisfied with the value of the tools. They mention it's good for the money and an outstanding build for the price.
"...Nice bang for the buck. Customer service is not responsive on my motor cover defect. But the lathe is awesome to use." Read more
"GREAT LATHE FOR A GREAT PRICE. HAD A SMALL ISSUE WITH THE HEADSTOCK WHEN CHANGING THE BELT. JOE AT TECH SUPPORT WAS ON POINT...." Read more
"...mostly for Pen turning and it works well for that it is a decent lathe for the money it would be better with a little more power but it will do..." Read more
"Outstanding build for this money. Runs super quiet and is heavy enough to run right on a table top...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the weight of the tool. For example, they mention it's heavy and has a light duty.
"Received lathe pretty quickly. It is heavy. Set up was quick also, but it suffered some minor damage...." Read more
"...has become a joyful thing to go to the shop and play. It is heavy enough an smooth enough that I haven't bolted it down and it hasn't move..." Read more
"Outstanding build for this money. Runs super quiet and is heavy enough to run right on a table top...." Read more
"High quality, light duty..." Read more
Customers find the tool easy to use and operate. They say it's a good beginners lathe and has no problem setting it up.
"Received lathe pretty quickly. It is heavy. Set up was quick also, but it suffered some minor damage...." Read more
"...carpentry teacher I have used many lathes and I found this one very user friendly." Read more
"Great lathe for a beginner, I am just learning and found this lathe does all I need." Read more
"Good beginners lathe...." Read more
Customers like the smoothness of the tools. They say it runs smooth, the travel on the tail stock is smooth, and the knob works like a dream.
"...Used the lathe to cut a gear shift knob, worked like a dream, cuts smooth, speed change is quick. Nice bang for the buck...." Read more
"...thing to go to the shop and play. It is heavy enough an smooth enough that I haven't bolted it down and it hasn't move even with some big..." Read more
"This lathe is great. Very smooth...." Read more
"runs smooth..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the noise level of the tools. They mention that it runs smooth and quietly.
"...Had to remove cover and take the dent out with a hammer. It now runs smooth and quiet. I love everything about it...." Read more
"Outstanding build for this money. Runs super quiet and is heavy enough to run right on a table top...." Read more
"The machine is quiet and smoothie as silk. Plenty of power." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the tool. Some mention that it performs well, while others say that it has minor damage and was delivered with a broken end cover and a crack in one of the blades.
"...So far, it is working great, no pro lens. He loves it." Read more
"i got his lathe just before Christmas 2015, I was impressed with the machining and the smoothness of the travel on the tail stock. Stock...." Read more
"...This is plenty powerful for almost any job within the size limit of the lathe. It is an excellent tool for making pens...." Read more
"This lathe is great. Very smooth...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the power of the tool. Some are pleased with the power and the each at which they can switch speed on the motor, while others say that it's not a whole lot of power.
"...Very pleased with the power of the motor and the each at which you can switch speed on the belts...." Read more
"Not a whole lot of power but performs good." Read more
"The machine is quiet and smoothie as silk. Plenty of power." Read more
"A great tool, perhaps a bit underpowered. I bought it to turns drawer pulls and similar small furniture components. Pen turners seem to love it...." Read more
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It is heavy enough an smooth enough that I haven't bolted it down and it hasn't move even with some big peaces of wood that were not squared and were out of balance at the beginning and it still handled it just fine. Great little lathe for turning pens and toys or small projects
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2016
It is heavy enough an smooth enough that I haven't bolted it down and it hasn't move even with some big peaces of wood that were not squared and were out of balance at the beginning and it still handled it just fine. Great little lathe for turning pens and toys or small projects
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