Chinese mini lathe files, instructions, upgrades and all information I figure out
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I got a 7-14" mini lathe for projects and home manufacturing. With this we can finally machine our own bushings, mounts, threads etc.
Since this is a cheap Chinese lathe it needs some upgrades to make it usable but I'm certain we can make this a fun and informational video series while
we use it for project builds too. This is the lathe I got:
All the parts Ive used to upgrade this lathe
Vevor mini lathe on Amazon https://amzn.to/3G8Ati3 Mini lathe on Vevor (cheaper) https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1508656&u=3336141&m=95592&urllink=&afftrack=
| Component | Source |
|---|---|
| 7" x 14",Mini Metal Lathe 0-2500 RPM Variable Speed | https://amzn.to/3CXCyKh |
| 1/2" CNC Metal Indexable Lathe Tool Sets 3pcs DCMT21.51 Turning Inserts, Holder SDNCN1212H07 SDJCR1212H07 SDJCL1212H07 | https://amzn.to/30ZXB1v |
| AnNafi Factory Mini Parting Tool Holder with 6 Pcs HSS Blades | https://amzn.to/3oWLUkk |
| Knurling Wheel Tool, Steel Dual Wheel Slant Teeth Diagonal Wheel Linear Knurled Wheel Set 0.5mm 1mm 2mm Pitch for Lathe | https://amzn.to/3ldGQHw |
| 4pcs Quick Change Lathe Tool Holder Mini Lathe Post Holder Kit Boring Blade Turning Facing Holder Set | https://amzn.to/3FPjZcZ |
| Aluminum Alloy Quick Change Tool Post and Holder Kit | https://amzn.to/3lbqkaM |
| VerLich Lathe Boring Bars Set | https://amzn.to/3HUYc5E |
| JONMON Center Drill bits - 7Pcs HSS Countersink Lathe Mill, 60 Degree Combined Center Drill Bit | https://amzn.to/30WjbVb |
| Key Type Drill Chuck MT2 Connecting Rods with Carbon Steel 1-13mm | https://amzn.to/317X2mw |
| LANTRO JS - 30 LED Magnetic Sewing Machine Light with Magnetic Base | https://amzn.to/3cPTw2q |
| Fafeicy MT2 Triple Bearing Live Center, for High Speed Lathe, CNC Lathe | https://amzn.to/3CWDLSa |
Tools & supplies used in the lathe vids
| Tools | Source |
|---|---|
| Digital Vernier Calipers | https://amzn.to/3HVXWn2 |
| Sharpie 38264PP Permanent Markers, Chisel Tip, Black | https://amzn.to/3cTo3wk |
| 3-IN-ONE 100355 Multi-Purpose Oil | https://amzn.to/3nX0zNr |
| Flux bottle for cooling/cutting liquid | https://ebay.us/nJL4Ag |
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For cooling on aluminum use alcohol as leaves no mess (steel use oil)
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Bangood Thread cutter bit good up to M12 not bigger
Full Unboxing/Setup Video (long):
Edited Unboxing/Setup Video (short):
Modification and Upgrades Part 1:
Modifications and Upgrades part 2: