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Wood Lathes – How to Choose the Size

21 October 2026 Techniques

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Choosing a size

Size is given as swing and distance between centres. The smallest JET lathe, 10" × 15", has a 250 mm swing and 380 mm between centres, while the largest, 18" × 40", has a 450 mm swing and 1000 mm between centres. Swing sets the largest bowl you can turn, distance between centres the longest workpiece.

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