The Perform PD205WL is a compact bench-top woodturning lathe built on a machined cast iron bed. It handles spindles and bowls up to 200mm in diameter, with variable speed control for pens, bottle stoppers, pepper mills, goblets and small boxes. It ships with a 175mm tool rest, a 4-prong 1MT drive centre and a 1MT live centre, so it is ready to turn out of the box. It suits beginners and small workshops; against larger lathes it gives up swing and bed length, and the variable speed is electronic rather than a geared headstock.
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Rated 4.6 from 17 ratings, owners treat it as a solid starter lathe. They like the cast iron stability and the variable speed for small projects, and accept the size limits as the trade-off.
The Perform PD205WL is a compact, portable woodturning lathe for beginners and for workshops with limited space. It suits small-scale projects such as pen turning, bottle stoppers, pepper mills and other craft items. It can also turn goblets, boxes and bowls up to 200mm in diameter.
The lathe is built from machined cast iron for stability and smooth operation. The build is durable and needs minimal maintenance. Variable speed control allows precise adjustments, and the motor delivers consistent performance across a range of projects.
It comes with a 175mm tool rest, a Perform 4 Prong 1MT Centre and a Perform 1MT Live Centre. It can be used with the Perform Woodturning Chuck.
