which lathe for ballscrew turning

[jollydog]

I can send you SKFs brochure for ballscrew turning its in schwedish but there are good pictures

[margni74]

Originally Posted by tai42 I looked at it before settling on the HF 8x14. Looks like a nice lathe, except it won't turn left-hand threads. (Probably not an issue for most people, but something I need it to do.) You might also check out Lathe Master as they sell the 8X14 (and a 9X30).

I think I may be going with the HF8x12 myself. I may try and wait for a HF sale, keeping an eye on the webpage.

I've heard great things about the service from Bob at lathemaster, but I'm having a hard time justifying almost double for the Lathemaster even if it does have more accessories. I guess I need to price out the added accessories and go from there.

[skmetal7]

check out this website: http://www.fignoggle.com/machines/8x12lathe/index.htm

[margni74]

Originally Posted by skmetal7 check out this website: http://www.fignoggle.com/machines/8x12lathe/index.htm

thanks, looks like the lathemaster is $918 shipped

The HF is 549.99 + plus these costs for items included in the LM price:

3 5" 4-Jaw Chuck* $58.50
4 Faceplate* $12.42
5 Follow Rest* $16.57
6 Steady Rest* $17.63
7 Splash Guard $17.37

=672.48
+39.99 shipping
+33.624 5% mass tax
= 746.09 grand total

The choice becomes more difficult.