Draper WTL457 Compact Digital Variable Speed Wood Lathe

The Draper WTL457 is a compact digital wood lathe designed for precision woodturning projects on a workbench. Featuring a variable speed 550W motor with speeds ranging from 650 to 3800rpm, this digital woodturning machine offers the control needed for working with different timber types and turning techniques. The digital display fitted directly onto the headstock provides clear visibility of spindle speed, allowing for precise adjustments during operation.

Built with a heavy duty cast iron bed construction, this wood lathe delivers maximum rigidity and strength to minimise vibration during use. The robust design ensures smoother operation and improved finishing quality, making it suitable for turning bowls, spindles, and other woodturning projects. With a centre turning capacity of 457mm and diameter turning capacity of 305mm, the lathe accommodates a useful range of workpiece sizes whilst maintaining a compact footprint ideal for workshop bench mounting.

The lathe is supplied ready to use with an 80mm faceplate for bowl and disc turning, plus a 150mm tool rest to support chisels and gouges during operation. The MT1 spindle taper and 3/4" spindle thread provide compatibility with standard woodturning accessories and chucks.

Features and Benefits:
• Digital display fitted on to the headstock for clear speed monitoring
• Variable speed motor from 650-3800rpm for versatile turning applications
• Heavy duty cast iron bed provides rigidity and vibration-free operation
• Compact design ideal for use on a workbench
• Supplied with 80mm faceplate and 150mm tool rest

Specifications:
Centre Turning Capacity: 457mm
Diameter Turning Capacity: 305mm
Speeds (Variable): 650-3800r/pm
Spindle Taper: MT1
Spindle Thread: 3/4"
Weight: 32kg

Contents:
1 x Compact Digital Variable Speed Wood Lathe, 550W