On Fri, 22 Dec 2006 19:18:10 -0800, "Marv" wrote:

I am going to buy a new lathe. I am looking at one lathe which if variable
speed but the lowest speed is 300 rpm. Is that slow enough to be
satisfactory for turning and finishing on the lathe? I have some experience
with lathes but not much.

Thanks
Marv


For most use 300 rpm is slow enough. If you are turning diameters
greater than 15" you might need a slower speed. Although more
expensive, I really like my variable speed DC lathe motor. Just
changing the speed a little can completely remove an annoying
vibration.