Wednesday, November 30, 2011

4" Steel Wood Lathe Face Plate, 1-1/4" x 8tpi Threaded

4" Steel Wood Lathe Face Plate, 1-1/4" x 8tpi Threaded Review



4" Steel Wood Lathe Face Plate, 1-1/4" x 8tpi Threaded Feature

  • 7/16" Thick Steel Faceplate - Heavy and Rigid
  • 8 Screwholes - 4 rows of 2 at 90 degrees
  • Flat spots cut on back spigot for easy removal from lathe
This is a well made, heavy faceplate. At 7/16" thick, it is rigid and well balanced.


Saturday, November 26, 2011

Sorby Sandmaster

Sorby Sandmaster Review



An extremely handy addition to any turner's armory, the Sandmaster is used in conjunction with a lathe to put a fine finish on turned pieces. It eliminates the unsightly lines often associated with traditional hand sanding.As the disc is spinning it also reduces the clogging of the abrasive. The Sandmaster comes complete with a Velcro covered 2" sponge pad which allows for the easy changing of abrasive discs. It also includes 2" abrasives in 60,120, 180, 240 and 400 grit papers.The adjustable head which runs on a durable phosphor bronze bushing lets the turner reach even the more inaccessible spots. As an optional extra, a 3" head (Rockler #26888 , sold separately) and discs can be easily fitted for greater efficiency. The Sandmaster becomes an even more versatile tool when the head is removed and replaced by a pigtail mandrel (Rockler #22861) and goblet or bowl mop. Made of fine grade cotton these mops are an ideal medium for buffing waxes and other finishes.Part Number: 27711Overall Length: 11-1/2"Handle Length: 8-1/2"


Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Proxxon 27100 Micro Compound Table KT 70

Proxxon 27100 Micro Compound Table KT 70 Review



Proxxon 27100 Micro Compound Table KT 70 Feature

  • Clamping accessories for easy attachment on or below the MB140/S, TBM115 and MS4 come with the micro compound table; can also be used with other drill stands or drill presses
  • Adjustable ruler facilitates positioning of cross slide; covered spindle to protect from dirt; one set (2-Piece) of step clamps are included, set up ease
  • X-travel 5-9/32-Inch (134mm), Y-travel 1-13/16-Inch (460mm), overall height 1-11/16-Inch (43mm)
  • Fits drill press no.38128 and drill stand no.28606
Designed for accuracy, this compound table makes precision boring and milling an easy task. Table is made of surface treated solid aluminum and fitted with adjustable dovetail slides and three T-slots.Table size is 7-7/8" x 2-3/4". X travel is 5-7/32" and Y is 1-3/16", overall height 11-1/16". The adjustable scale eases work piece positioning. Both hand wheels have adjustable dials that can be zeroed out for precise machining. Handwheel graduations: 1 revolution = 1mm (.04") and 1 division = 0.05mm (0.002"). Includes clamps and securing bolts. Photographed on a Proxxon Drill Press (not included).