Delta 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe

Description

Shape intricate wooden pens and heavy hardwood bowls with absolute control. The Delta 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi lathe delivers 12.5 inches of swing capacity on 120V power. You reverse spindle direction to achieve flawless sanded finishes. However, this midi lathe cannot turn 30-inch table legs without purchasing the modular bed extension.

Delta fabricates this midi lathe entirely from vibration-dampening cast iron. A 1.0 HP single-phase motor drives the 1-inch by 8 TPI spindle through a three-pulley poly-V belt system. The electronic variable speed controller features a forward and reverse switch. The heavy cast iron tailstock utilizes an MT2 taper with 2.25 inches of quill travel. The 97-pound chassis mass anchors solid to heavy workbenches.

Key Features Delta Midi Lathe

Deploy this commercial midi lathe to craft custom cabinetry components and decorative bowls. Wholesale pricing provides professional woodworkers with immense turning capacity in a compact footprint.

• A 1.0 HP single-phase motor delivers high turning torque on 120V power.
• Electronic variable speed dials spindle rotation from 250 RPM to 4000 RPM.
• A 12.5-inch swing over bed accommodates medium wooden bowl blanks.
• Forward and reverse functions fold wood fibers flat during fine sanding.
• Heavy-duty cast iron bed construction absorbs harmonic vibration during wood turning.
• A 1-inch by 8 TPI spindle thread accepts standard commercial wood lathe chucks.
• The patented belt tensioning system enables rapid speed range transitions.

Diagnostic Bench Testing Telemetry

Load banks verify an 8.0-Amp current draw at 120V under heavy gouge pressure on dense hardwood blanks. The poly-V belt drive holds spindle speed firm at 4000 RPM without motor bogging or belt slippage under extreme unbalanced loads. Tailstock alignment stays within 0.002 inches across the entire 16.5-inch distance between centers. Sound profile meters measure 73 dBA during active cutting. Motor casing heat increases 32°F after two continuous hours of heavy wood turning operations. The electronic controller manages reverse switching without electrical arc damage.

Fabrication Shop Maintenance Directives

Woodworkers mount timber between the MT2 centers and dial the exact spindle speed using the electronic control knob. The forward and reverse switch allows perfect sanding across alternating wood grains. Do not operate this midi wood lathe wearing loose clothing, exceed maximum faceplate RPM ratings, or turn cracked wood blanks.

• Blow wood dust out of the motor cooling fins every seven days.
• Apply dry silicone lubricant to the cast iron bed ways every 30 days.
• Inspect the poly-V drive belt tension every 100 operating hours.

Industrial Warranty Crate Manifest

Delta covers this midi wood lathe with a 5-Year commercial parts warranty against manufacturing defects. The heavy wooden shipping crate delivers the 46-460 lathe, cast iron tool rest, 3-inch faceplate, MT2 spur center, MT2 live center, knockout bar, wrenches, and official technical operating instruction manuals.