Teknatool Wood Lathe

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WOOD magazine rating

Powerful, smooth operator with a few quirks

4.0

out of 5

Brand:

Teknatool

Model:

Nova 3000

Price:

$900

Description

* 8-speed range
* Full Swivel Head
* 16" capacity over bed, 29" using outrigger
* 24" between centre capacity, extendable in 20" bed units.
* 24 Division Spindle Index
* Extendable Bed Units
* Solid Cast Iron construction
* Quick Action Cam Controls

WOOD magazine review

Powerful, smooth operator with a few quirks

Reviewed by: WOOD Magazine

Review Summary

High points: Great power. Very little vibration. Large over-bed capacity plus swiveling headstock adds versatility in a small package. High-quality machining and good fit and finish. Low points: 24" capacity between centers is the shortest in the test. Price doesn’t include stand. Cumbersome speed changing requires stopping the lathe and manually moving belts (though a tension release helps). On/off switch is small and inconveniently located for quick access.

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Quill screw protrudes out the rear of tailstock and gets in the way when operating handwheel. More points: Optional 24" bed extensions ($150) increase spindle-turning capacity. A benchtop tool, but made for heavy-duty work. Teknatool offers an optional metal stand ($100) and is developing a cast-iron version. Heavy motor and narrow bed mean the lathe has to be bolted to a sturdy bench or stand.

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