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10 in x 24 in Benchtop Wood Lathe Machine 0.8 HP

10 in x 24 in Benchtop Wood Lathe Machine 0.8 HP

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$87.37at Walmart, last seen Oct 31

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Our take on the 10 in x 24 in Benchtop Wood Lathe Machine 0.8 HP

A compact benchtop wood lathe with a 10-inch swing over the bed and a 24-inch bed length, powered by a 0.8 HP (600 W) motor. Variable spindle speed runs from 800 to 3000 rpm, and the headstock and tailstock use the common MT2 taper. It suits small to mid-size turning projects like bowls, pens, spindles and tool handles where floor space is limited.

Best forHobby turners with a small shop or garageBowl and platter turning up to about 10 inchesSpindle work: pens, handles, legs and knobs
Buyers who want a low-cost first lathe
Pros
  • 10-inch swing clears bowls and platters most mini lathes cannot
  • 24-inch bed gives room for longer spindles between centers
  • Variable speed from 800 to 3000 rpm covers roughing and finishing
  • MT2 taper fits the most common lathe chucks, drives and centers
  • 600 W motor is adequate for light and medium cuts in green or dry wood
Cons
  • 0.8 HP will bog down on large green blanks and heavy interrupted cuts
  • No electronic reverse or indexing listed, which limits some sanding and fluting work
  • Benchtop class means no stand, so you supply a stable bench or build one
  • Speed changes on lathes in this class are often manual belt moves, not a dial
  • 24-inch bed limits long table legs and rail work

10 in x 24 in Benchtop Wood Lathe Machine 0.8 HP prices at every store

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10 in x 24 in Benchtop Wood Lathe Machine 0.8 HP price history

Lowest price we've seen: $87.37 on Oct 31 at Walmart. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 31.

Specifications

Swing Over Bed
10 in
Lathe Bed Length
24 in
Horsepower
0.8 HP
Spindle Speed
800-3000 rpm
Spindle Taper
MT2
Maximum Motor Speed
3000 rpm
Watts
600 Watts

Questions and answers

Is a 0.8 HP lathe enough for bowl turning?
For bowls up to roughly 8 to 10 inches in dry or semi-dry wood, yes, if you take light cuts. Large green blanks and heavy roughing will slow the motor, so keep the blank balanced and start at low speed.
What does the 10-inch swing and 24-inch bed mean in practice?
Swing is the largest diameter that clears the bed, so about 10 inches for bowls and platters. Bed length is the distance between centers, so about 24 inches for spindles, plus more if you turn outboard or add a bed extension.
Will standard chucks and accessories fit?
The MT2 spindle taper fits common drive spurs, live centers and MT2-taper accessories. For a chuck, check the spindle thread size on the headstock, since chucks mount on the thread, not the taper.
Does it have variable speed or belt changes?
The spec lists a speed range of 800 to 3000 rpm, but not how it is changed. On lathes in this class it is usually a belt move on stepped pulleys, so confirm before buying if a dial matters to you.
What else do I need to start turning?
Plan on a chuck or faceplate, a live center, a sharpening setup for your gouges, and a solid bench the lathe can be bolted to. The lathe alone will not get you turning.