1.Powermatic 3520C Full Size Wood Lathe

If you are comfortable spending a good amount of money on your full size wood lathe, then Powermatic can offer what you would not have imagined. This wood lathe is considered one of the best full size lathes because of its features, power, adjustability, and safety. It is equipped with a robust motor of 2HP that can offer you outstanding performance while working on your favorite projects. The best thing is, Powermatic has enabled the option to keep the RPM as low as 15 in this lathe so that the woodturners can work differently when needed. Other than that, the RPM can quickly go beyond 3000 to make full use of it.

As for the indexing, positions go; you won’t have to do anything to adjust the wood pieces as they will be adjusted automatically. There is a digital readout provided on the lathe that can be used to see what RPM the lathe is running. It comes in the size of 35”x20”, which is undoubtedly suitable for even big projects. Overall, this lathe is a great pick because of the combination of all premium features.

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2.Laguna Tools Revo Lathe 18”x36”

This lathe is a little cheaper than the one we discussed before, but it does not mean that it won’t offer you a good experience. Laguna Tools is a great brand when it comes to manufacturing lathes with great options, and the same goes for this variant. The brand has kept the size support of this lathe to 18”x36”, which is suitably for all types of projects. You can perform medium-sized, small-sized, or even significant projects on it without facing any issues with its size. It also comes with a 2HP motor which is more than enough to handle the wood pieces of this much size. You will not have to cut down the pieces or ruin your project to work efficiently, as the motor will handle all the pressure you put into it.

The RPM of this lathe ranges from 135 to 3500. The low RPM makes it even great for beginners or even professionals to work on specific projects that require slow structuring. Other than that, this lathe has a 50-1300 tailstock quill and self-ejecting floor to make things easier for the woodturner.

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3.Grizzly Industrial G0766 Wood Lathe

When it comes to uniqueness and affordability, there is certainly no one to compete with Grizzly. Even in the category of Full size lathes, Grizzly has done a fantastic job to keep all the things under budget for the woodturners. You will not have to spend a fortune to get your hands on this lathe, but you will still get premium features within the price. This lathe comes with a 3HP motor which might seem overkill to some of the users, but if you work on massive projects, you will understand the worth of this much power. Your work will become efficient and hassle-free just because of the powerful motor, and you will be able to perform the tasks in a better way.

The RPM range is given in this lathe 100-3200, and you can also adjust it just as you want. There is a digital readout provided that will help you keep track of the RPM in a better way. Aside from that, the overall design of the lathe is pretty simple. It is also not that heavy, and you can put it anywhere you want without getting the help of anyone. Every single feature and option is available right on the front of the lathe and you can control every bit of it right from there.

We have also written a full review about the grizzly G0766 if you want to check it out.

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4.Powermatic 4224B Full Size Lathe

One vital and critical thing to keep in mind is that you cannot get your hands on a Powermatic Wood lathe if you are on a very meager budget. You will have to go all out if you are willing to get the quality material and features. The case is pretty similar to the 4224B variant of Powermatic, which is designed specifically for professional use. But if you are in dire need of the best features and options, even if you are a beginner, you can opt for it. The notable thing in this lathe is that the brand has made some significant changes to make it secure and safe for users. You will not have to worry about the wood pieces flying around when you are working at the maximum potential.

The motor integrated into this lathe is 3HP, which is understandable for its price. Almost everything in this lathe is adjustable and can be done as per the likings of the woodturner. The brass-tipped knockout bar also ensures that it would not damage the drive center in any case because it can create significant consequences for anyone. The RPM is also adjustable, and you can also keep track of it from the readout. The durability makes this lathe even more top-notch to provide you a long-lasting experience with this beast of a machine.

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5.JET JWL-1640EVS Wood Lathe

The looks of this lathe might not attract you very much, but as for its specifications, they can indeed urge you to check it out. Jet JWL-1640EVS comes with 36 indexing positions, while most of the other offer only 24. This enables the woodturners to adjust their wood pieces in various positions for better working abilities. The lowest RPM of this lathe is 40, while the maximum can go as high as 3200, which is pretty good considering its size and price. The motor integrated into this lathe is 1.5HP which is undoubtedly below the level of different Full size lathes, but for the size support of 16”x40”, it will do pretty good in all aspects.

The best feature or thing about this lathe is that it is very smooth and sturdy, and you will not have to face massive vibrations even when working on big projects. The protection added for the security of the woodturners is also very impressive as the inverter is entirely closed. If we talk about durability, you won’t have to worry about it until you have used it for multiple years.

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6.DELTA 46-715 Wood Lathe

This lathe is the best lathe for those who work on medium and full sized projects. The power of this lathe is pretty low as the brand has integrated the motor of the only ¾HP. But the size support of this lathe is not tiny, and users can easily place the wood pieces of size 14”x40”. There are massive 24 indexing positions available in this model, making it easier for the users to place the wood pieces on it.

If we take a look at the durability of this lathe, it is just excellent. The cast iron construction gives it the strength to stay as it is for multiple years before causing any type of trouble. The lightweight of this lathe makes it portable and easy to move. You can put it literally anywhere in your workshop and whenever you want. Another thing to note here is that Delta has offered three different headstock rotations that include 45, 90, and 180 degrees.

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7.Laguna Tools Revo Lathe 24”x36”

Yes, I know we previously discussed a Laguna Tools lathe, but this time, the size, along with some features, has changed. This lathe is offering a pretty much bigger size than the one before, and now you will be able to put the wood pieces of size 24”x36” without any problem. If you are a woodturner with big projects, you will love this size as it will solve almost every problem of yours. But at the actual same time, you will have to spend a little more than anticipated to get your hands on this lathe. As this lathe supports big sizes, it is pretty evident that it would need a powerful motor. That is why Laguna has offered a 3HP motor in it to avoid all the possibilities of mismatch.

The RPM of this lathe can also be adjusted by just using the option available right on the front. The cast iron legs offer a durable and sturdy experience while working. There might be slight vibration, but it won’t interfere with your projects, and you will be able to turn efficiently.

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