Mini Lathe LeadScrew Hand Wheel

Handwheel allows for manual operation of the lead screw. Compatible with any 4x14 Mini lathe.
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updated May 23, 2023

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WARNING!

In order to use this modification the gear guard must be removed!

in addition your hand will be close to the gears and spindle!

Use at your own risk

 

This handwheel replaces the last gear in the change gear set to enable manual operation of the lead screw. This provides to big advantages

  1. Very fine adjustments
  2. Carriage can't be back driven/pushed 
    1. Much more convenient then using the included ways clamp.    

Printing Notes:

  • Use Material with good layer adhesion
    • PETG, Nylon 
    • Printed mine in PA6 
  • 4-6 Outer walls
  • 50% infill
  • Support is required for the internal shoulder
  • Print orientation as shown below

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