Delta Industrial 46-460 12-1/2-Inch Variable-Speed Midi Lathe Review: Value and Flexibility in One

Woodturning is now at its best with Delta Industrial 46-460 12-1/2-Inch Variable-Speed Midi Lathe as the brand defines woodwork at its maximum potential. This solid lathe at 110 pounds boasts of 1 HP of rotation mechanism with 1,725 RPM motor. For a size that will fit on your table top, home hobbyists will enjoy every turn with its large 12-1/2-inch swing capacity – an impressing class among midi lathes in the market.

The belt tensioning system is patented under high international standards to guarantee effortless speed changing. Even beginners and amateurs will surely produce high-quality woodworks, worthy of gaining market recognition.

While the solid built is impressive enough, its functioning system is what really sets it apart from competitors. Superior finish is almost always guaranteed, thanks to its quick forward and reverse functions. The speed functionality’s unique three-pulley range offers flexibility for all wood types for a gamut of products. Just by changing the variation of speed through its belt position, amateur and professional woodworkers alike can already shift from task to task – turning, planing, finishing, sanding – without having to change its woodturning chucks.

Delta Industrial 46-460 12-1/2-Inch Variable-Speed Midi Lathe’s powerful motor makes precision a breeze even for the not-so-experienced hobbyists. With its 42-inch extension bed matched with efficient 3-in-1 chrome face plate, the varieties of tasks to be done are overwhelmingly aplenty.

As opposed to its heavy-duty construction, this dependable contraption makes users feel light working with it. All controls and locks are practically placed on safe and easy-to-access locations. The tailstock’s live center has the spur center lined up accurately. And it works smoothly and surprisingly quiet for its speed capacity!

While many users may find this midi lathe heavier than other products of its capacity, this 110-pound Delta Industrial 46-460 12-1/2-Inch Variable-Speed Midi Lathe uses its extra weight to put more stability to its built as its powerful motor turns to its full capacity.