If you’re planning to make a metalworking lathe out of a CNC milling machine, you probably don’t expect getting a position sensor to work to be your biggest challenge. Nevertheless, this was [Anthony ...

Rathburn Tool was founded by current company president Angie Holt’s father in 1983. Today, the company has 32 CNC machines (half are lathes and half are milling machines), and works with the heavy ...

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Considered a specialty power tool, a wood lathe is typically found in a woodturner’s or ...

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Choosing a new lathe comes down to finding the perfect balance of power, precision, and build quality — so I tested my top pick by putting it straight to work. After comparing features, torque, ...