Light-duty mini wood lathes typically have an output of about ¾ HP, while full-size wood lathes average 2 HP. ... The capacity of a lathe machine can be determined by the DBC and the SOB.

You know you’re in for a treat when you are told that a lathe which can reach a resolution of one micrometer (1×10−6, a millionth of a meter, or 0.00004″ for people who love zeros) is &… ...

National 5; Practical guide: Using machine tools Lathes. There are a variety of machine tools available to use in a workshop. You should know what they are and what they are used for.