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  • Delta Lathe 1642 Steel Bed 46-745 VFD controller
    If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here In the event that you have a Delta Lathe 1642 46-745 and need to set up a Series 15P Inverter Control for the lathe, David Liss offers a copy of the controller manual. Using this information, you should be able to setup ...
  • Turning a Cupcake Box with Ron PollmannTurning a Cupcake Box with Ron Pollmann
    The following documents were provided by Ron Pollmann to accompany his demonstration on 2025-03-05. The documents include 2 PDFs. One contains a graphic description, the second is a detail instructions list. Enjoy. ...
  • Coloring Process On A Live Edge Bowl with Dale SlaughterColoring Process On A Live Edge Bowl with Dale Slaughter
    This is a natural edge bowl sanded to 320 grit. Using Hampshire Sheen intrinsic colors, I apply the colors by folding a piece of paper towel into ...
  • Woodturned Lidded Box with Grain Matching by Matt HarberWoodturned Lidded Box with Grain Matching by Matt Harber
    If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here Steps (page 1): Mount the wood blank between centers. Turn the blank round. Turn a tenon on BOTH ends. Mount the blank in ...
  • 3520B VFD-S Inverter Configuration
    If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here Powermatic 3520B lathe VFD-S Inverter Delta VFD015S21U Below is the configuration information for the Powermatic 3520B Lathe VFD-S Inverter as provided by Billy Burt. Feel free to grab a copy of the PDF containing this information. Identity ...
  • Creating Inside-Out Ornament with Matt HarberCreating Inside-Out Ornament with Matt Harber
    If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here 4 Posts 360° (full circle) / 4 = 90° (cut angle) Assume radius (R) = 2" Then side ...
  • Uphill, Downhill, What’s It All About? by Billy BurtUphill, Downhill, What’s It All About? by Billy Burt
    If you would like your own hardcopy of this description, click here Graphic Illustration by Ruby Cler Article and graphics by Billy Burt, Sr. We often refer to the terms cutting uphill or downhill when we discuss woodturning; what does this mean, exactly, and how does this involve another frequently used concept, the ...
  • Open Segment Gluing Platform by Bob GrinsteadOpen Segment Gluing Platform by Bob Grinstead
    Ever wanted to create an open segment bowl or vase? Here is an easy to make open segment gluing platform. This jig will allow you to position each piece at the correct radius for the ring. An index wheel will position the turning ...
  • Slow RPM Rotary Tool for Epoxy Finish by Dallas HensleySlow RPM Rotary Tool for Epoxy Finish by Dallas Hensley
    I am a member of Ozark Woodturners in Mountain Home AR. A few of our members finish their turnings with CA glue. I have been envious of this practice because my lathe will not go slow enough for application. I thought for several ...
  • Turning Zig-Zag Accent Bowl with Roger WollamTurning Zig-Zag Accent Bowl with Roger Wollam
    This project begins with planning. Draw your intended design for the bowl or vessel, then make a cut list for the segments to match the drawing. ...

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