How big a steb center?
 

What would be a general rule of thumb for the size of a steb center,
compared to the diameter of the spindle you're turning?

Let's say, for instance, that I'm turning a round 1 1/2" diameter tenon on
the end of a 2" x 2" square piece. I see centers that would fit my lathe
listed on the web with widths of 1/2", 7/8", and 1 1/4". Which would I use,
and why?

Thanks,
Tom

How big a steb center?
 

On Mon, 13 Jan 2014 17:00:26 -0800, "Tdacon"
wrote:

What would be a general rule of thumb for the size of a steb center,
compared to the diameter of the spindle you're turning?

Let's say, for instance, that I'm turning a round 1 1/2" diameter tenon on
the end of a 2" x 2" square piece. I see centers that would fit my lathe
listed on the web with widths of 1/2", 7/8", and 1 1/4". Which would I use,
and why?

Thanks,
Tom

I like the 1/2" but it's a personal thing....
The smaller the drive, the less it gets in the way...
I can't imagine needing a 1 1/4"...

How big a steb center?
 

Tdacon wrote:

What would be a general rule of thumb for the size of a steb center,
compared to the diameter of the spindle you're turning?

Let's say, for instance, that I'm turning a round 1 1/2" diameter tenon on
the end of a 2" x 2" square piece. I see centers that would fit my lathe
listed on the web with widths of 1/2", 7/8", and 1 1/4". Which would I
use, and why?

Thanks,
Tom


I tend to agree with Mac., it is a matter of personal preference. I have
had a 3/4" for years and finally got a 1/2" to give me more flexibility.
The only time you would need something in the 1 1/4" range would be when
you were turning something very large.

Deb