Top 6 Best Wood Lathes

of November 2024
1
Best ChoiceBest Choice
JET JWL-1221VS, 12" x 21" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115V (719200)
Jet
Jet
10
Exceptional
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2
Best ValueBest Value
JET JWL-1015VS, 10" x 15" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115V (719110)
Jet
Jet
9.9
Exceptional
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3
WEN LA3424 4.5-Amp 12-Inch by 18-Inch 5-Speed Benchtop Wood Lathe , Black
WEN
WEN
9.8
Exceptional
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4
WEN 34035 6-Amp 14-Inch by 20-Inch Variable Speed Benchtop Wood Lathe
WEN
WEN
9.7
Exceptional
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5
Grizzly Industrial G0842-14" x 37" Wood Lathe with Copy Attachment
Grizzly Industrial
Grizzly Industrial
9.6
Exceptional
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6
WEN LA3421 3.2-Amp 8-Inch by 13-Inch Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe ,
WEN
WEN
9.5
Excellent
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7
Benchtop 14" Variable Speed Wood Lathe w/induction motor
WAHUDA TOOLS
WAHUDA TOOLS
9.4
Excellent
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8
JET JWL-1840EVS, 18" x 40" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 230V (719600)
Jet
Jet
9.3
Excellent
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9
JET JWL-1640EVS, 16" x 40" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115V (719500)
Jet
Jet
9.2
Excellent
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10
JET JWL-1440VS, 14" x 40" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115/230V (719400)
Jet
Jet
9.1
Excellent
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JET JWL-1221VS, 12" x 21" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115V (719200)

Innovative Design Ratchet-style belt tension system patent pending. Optimal Speed Choose from three speed ranges 60-900110-1,800220-3,600. Convenient Controls Easy-to-reach controls and digital readout. Handy Storage Includes a tool storage caddy on each end of the machine. Added Safety Removable yellow OnOff safety key. Directional Control Smooth transitions when changing from forward to reverse. Recommended Circuit Size 10 Amps.

JET JWL-1015VS, 10" x 15" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115V (719110)

15-12 between centers. Integrated 24-position indexing. Three variable-speed ranges 2001,0503001,7506003,600. Wider bed ways for increased stability. Improved tensioning system with easier access to belts. Live center in the tailstock.

WEN LA3424 4.5-Amp 12-Inch by 18-Inch 5-Speed Benchtop Wood Lathe , Black

Attack workpieces up to 18 inches long and 12 inches wide. Switch between five different speeds 520, 900, 1400, 2150, or 3400 RPM. Includes 3-18 inch faceplate for turning bowls, cups and other non-spindle workpieces. MT2 tailstock and headstock tapers allow for compatibility with a wide variety of lathe accessories. Features a 4.5A motor, an MT2 headstock spur center, an MT2 tailstock live center, an 8-inch tool rest, and an onboard accessory holder.

WEN 34035 6-Amp 14-Inch by 20-Inch Variable Speed Benchtop Wood Lathe

Attack workpieces up to 20 inches long and 14 inches wide. Adjust the variable speed anywhere from 250 to 3550 rotations per minute. Includes 4 inch faceplate for turning bowls, cups and other workpieces. MT2 tailstock and headstock tapers, along with 1- 8 spindle thread, allow for compatibility with a wide variety of lathe accessories. Features a 6A motor, MT2 spur center, MT2 live center, 8-inch tool rest, and an onboard accessory holder.

Grizzly Industrial G0842-14" x 37" Wood Lathe with Copy Attachment

Motor 34 HP, 110V, single-phase, 11A. Swing over bed 14. Swing over tool rest base 9. Distance between centers 37. Distance between centers with copy device 32.

WEN LA3421 3.2-Amp 8-Inch by 13-Inch Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe , Black

Perfect for turning pens, bowls, cups, chess pieces, and other small workpieces. Features an 8-inch swing over the bed and a 13-inch distance between centers. Soft-start 3.2-amp motor starts gradually to prevent damage to the motor and maximize safety. Adjust the variable speed anywhere from 750 to 3200 RPM. Includes a 2.3-inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper, two interchangeable tool rests, and a two-year warranty.

Benchtop 14" Variable Speed Wood Lathe w/induction motor

Wahuda Tools has listened to many peoples suggestions and integrated the most desirable features into our 14 Midi Lathe. Our lathe is 830 mm long x 330 mm wide x 430 mm high and is portable, but big enough, to satisfy the needs of beginners to advanced users.. The exceptional 1HP AC motor that is perfectly paired with an inverter that maintains a higher and more consistent output torque which is not found on most of the competitive models in todays market This is especially effective when running at speeds as low as 30RPM and maintaining the output torque of the spindle at or near 100 which is beneficial for users who need to work at low speeds to make certain projects.. The Midi Lathe has three speed ranges 30-800, 150-1,700, and 350-3,700 RPM which can be easily changed with a quick release lever on the motor to release belt tension. The spindle speed can conveniently be viewed on the front window of the lathes digital display.. Even though this is a bench top lathe, Wahuda uses a 1 diameter toolrest which is a common size used on medium and large lathes which allows it to be able to use many of the different toolrests on the market..

JET JWL-1840EVS, 18" x 40" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 230V (719600)

INFINITELY-VARIABLE SPEED Conveniently-located digital readout lets you adjust speed from 40 to 3,200 RPM.. VERSATILE POSITIONING Sliding headstock pivots 360 degrees.. MAXIMIZE WORKING COMFORT 4 cast iron risers allow user to adjust height of lathe.. ADDITIONAL LONGEVITY Extended spindle nose houses dual headstock spindle bearings.. SECURE HOLDING Banjo uses non-marring, positive locking wedge system to firmly hold tool post.. CONVENIENT SAFETY Magnetic-backed, remote emergency stop button can be situated along the lathe bed..

JET JWL-1640EVS, 16" x 40" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115V (719500)

ADDED PROTECTION Inverter is completely enclosed.. SMOOTH MOVEMENT Tailstock features ACME threads.. CONVENIENCE Leg-mounted tool holder, and easy-to-access digital readout DRO.. IDEAL SPEED Infinitely variable speed from 40 to 3,200 RPM.. MAXIMUM VERSATILITY Sliding headstock..

JET JWL-1440VS, 14" x 40" Wood Lathe, Variable Speed, 1Ph 115/230V (719400)

Sliding headstock pivots 360 degrees with 7 positive locking positions 0, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 270 degrees. Variable speed from 400-3,000 RPM. Positive locking tool rest with redesigned clamping. Acme thread in tailstock. Improved tailstock quill locking with anti-rotation key. Easy-to-read RPM display. Optional extension bed takes the capacity to 60 between centers.
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