#Best Mini Metal Lathe

A. Introduction
The right machine tool for use in small scale manufacturing industry is a mini metal lathe,
this machine is used for beginners who will start small to medium jobs or are used for
learning, there are so many choices out there lately, from the choice of models and
different brand.

This is what we consider writing a review of our mini metal lathe for the best that you
can buy in this year. Not only that, but you will also know about some of the latest
models you can buy in 2020. We hope to read this will Choose a lot the choices are out
there and that is what will make the right machine purchase decision.

This mini metal lathe can be placed in a small workshop so that it is simple and useful.
However, even though the dimensions and weight are smaller, it can perform important
heavy turning tasks, can make tapper, make an eccentric, make a drill, make a machine
thread etc.

At this time, we will present some of the best mini metal lathes that we collect from the
market. We also include guides and other important information. We have compiled 10
products, which are considered the best-performing mini metal lathes for soft metals and
other aluminum.
 B. The 10 Product Reviews

No. Brand Picture Product Hp Spindle Distance Power Price Buy From
Dimension Rpm between
centers

1. Mophorn 30.5”x11.5” 0,75 50-2500 14” 550W $499.80 Buy

B01MCVQ42C x8” Hp Rpm AMAZON

2. Erie Tools 7 x 14 Inch 0.53 2500 14 in / 8 in 400 W $899.99 Buy

SP2102 Hp Rpm AMAZON

3. Grizzly G8688 13 x 30,2 x ¾ Hp 1100 12 in 110 V $725.00 Buy

Mini Lathe 13 Inch Rpm AMAZON

4. BestEquip 7 x 14 Inch 0.75 0-2250 350 mm 550 W $539.99 Buy

Mini Metal Hp Rpm (13.78")
AMAZON
Lathe
5. Shop Fox 27-3/4" L x 0.5 100-2000 10 in 110 V, $549.99 Buy
11-1/2" W x Hp Rpm
M1015 1,2 A AMAZON
12" H
6. Central 7 x 10 Inch ¾ HP 0-2500 10 in 550 W $769,99 Buy
Machinery RPM
Precision Mini (high) AMAZON
Lathe

7. TECHTONGDA 32x16x16 ¾ Hp 50- 11.8"/300m 600 w $1,195 Buy

Brushless Mini inch 2500RP m
Metal Lathe M (2
gears) AMAZON

8. Metal Mini 13.8 x 10.2 0.5 12000 135mm 60W $245,99 Buy
Lathe, 60W x 8.7 inches Hp Rpm
Heavy Duty AMAZON

9. 13.4 x 10.1 x 0.5 20000 100 mm 24W $210.99 Buy

8.9 inches
Signwise Mini Hp Rpm AMAZON
Lathe
10. Chuangsheng 13.6 x 10.1 x 0.5 20000 135 mm 24 W $230 Buy
8.6 inches
Mini Lathe Hp Rpm
AMAZON

The 10 Best Mini Lathe #Product Description

1. MOPHORN METAL MINI LATHE

The Mophorn B01MCVQ42C is one of the best beginner metal lathes you can get in 2020. You
can pick it up for super cheap right now, and it’s a very good, high-quality, mini metal lathe that
is made of excellent components, aiding in its durability and strength.

Really, the Mophorn B01MCVQ42 is a great product, but there are two reasons why it isn’t in
our top two. Before we get to those reasons, we must make it clear that this is a quality mini
metal lathe, and it can do everything that the other two can do. But, the catch is, the only
component that really isn’t that great is the motor. It seems to have been made quite poorly,
and this is a somewhat common complaint with the product. So, while it is a great value, and
when it works – which is most of the time, thankfully – it works wonderfully. However, the
motor simply isn’t that good and is fairly unreliable, which poses a problem when it comes to
power tools. This is not something that should happen, but it often does, and while we can
forgive it for this, that is the ultimate reason why it isn’t in our top two. Yes, it’s a great mini
metal lathe, but be wary of the motor, because you might purchase a model that comes with a
defective motor. Thankfully, Mophorn will replace it for you!
 2. ERIE TOOLS MINI METAL LATHE SP2102

Our top pick for the best mini metal lathe under $1000 is the Erie Tools SP2102. Other models
came close, but ultimately, it was the durability, ease of use, and functionality that set the
SP2102 apart from other choices. In the end, this is truly one of the top models out there right
now.
You can drill, turn and cut metal, wood, and plastic with immediate precision and flexibility.
There is no difficulty in doing this, and whatever you choose to do with this beast, it will remain
durable and strong.

The SP2102 comes with an excellent manual that adequately explains just how to use this
machine and the many ways that you can use it. And when you finally start using it, you’ll find
that it is designed with such precision and finesse, it’s actually difficult to be confused with
regards to the many features that are available.

Finally, the SP2102 is simply a great model that serves its purpose very well. Every power tool is
made for a specific function, and this one is no exception. However, what separates it from the
rest of the pack is the fact that this one happens to perform with such ease and flexibility that it
is truly the best on the market.

3. GRIZZLY G8688 MINI METAL-LATHE

Our runner-up for the best mini metal lathe that you can purchase in 2020 is the Grizzly G8688
Mini. This is an extraordinary machine that comes from Grizzly Industrial, a slightly lesser-
known manufacturer that is recognized for quality products made from premium components
and materials.
The G8688 Mini is made from strong, durable components that will last a long time. This is a
hard-wearing model, and due to the quality of its pieces, it can handle just about anything that
you throw at it. Much like the SP2102, it is a well-crafted machine, allowing you to cut, drill and
turn metal, wood, and plastic with ease.

However, the reason that it is not our number-one mini metal lathe for 2020 is that it is,
ultimately, a rather difficult product to use. It simply doesn’t feel right when you use it, and it
can be a little tricky setting it up. Unlike the SP2102, this one lacks a strong and easy to use
design. Other than that, though, it is a great mini metal lathe that we highly recommend! Just
know that it isn’t always the easiest to use, and if you aren’t already intimately familiar with
mini metal lathes, then you may have some trouble using the Grizzly G8688 Mini, because the
design is slightly more complicated than most.

4. BEST EQUIP MINI METAL LATHE

This isn’t a bad mini metal lathe, and for the most part, it works fairly well. It can cut, drill, and
turn metal, wood, and plastic with relative ease, and it is by no means a difficult to use or
poorly designed mini metal lathe. However, it isn’t in our top three for three reasons.
The first reason is that it is made of cheap and flimsy components. Simply put, it isn’t very
durable and it probably won’t last you very long due to the aforementioned flimsy components.
If you plan on buying a mini metal lathe that will actually last you a while, this definitely isn’t
the one to buy. As such, this does affect our decision to have it as number-four, because
durability is one of the big factors that we consider when it comes to any power tool.

Our second reason is that the motor stops at random times, and you need to wait a little bit,
and then it’ll work again. We can only surmise that this is because of the poor quality of the
components, which seems to include the motor, as well. This lack of stability is not something
we were hoping for.

Finally, the third reason is that it just isn’t that great of a mini metal lathe. Yes, it does what it’s
supposed to do, but only so well. There are many other models out there, and we’ve covered
three of them. There is simply no reason to purchase the Best Equip Mini Metal Lathe, when
there are many other great models out there.

5. SHOP FOX M1015 MINI METAL LATHE

Shop Fox is a brand that is known for making power tools of all sorts that work, but not very
well. This is, sadly, the case with the M1015. Sure, it works, but just barely. It really isn’t worth a
purchase.
First and foremost, it simply isn’t reliable. The motor often stops and starts up again. It seems
to consist of some really bad components, and when it does work, it’s hard to use and the
design and layout is ridiculously confusing.
That said, when it does work, it works well enough. Well enough to the point where it’s not at
all worth the price, but it does perform its stated function. This is, of course, not nearly enough
when it comes to a power tool – or any product at all, for that matter. And for that reason, we
cannot recommend the Shop Fox M1015 due to the low-quality components, clunky design,
and the fact that it rarely seems to work, much the less the way it’s supposed to work. If there
is a good thing about this product, a silver lining, if you will, it’s that it sometimes works.
Sometimes. Most of the time, it doesn’t. But sometimes, it does.

6. CENTRAL MACHINERY 7 X 10 PRECISION MINI LATHE BY CENTRAL MACHINERY

Whether you’re turning, counter facing or making bushings, spindles, prototypes or models,
this precision mini lathe will meet the challenge! With 18 threads, automatic feed and a chuck
guard with micro switch, this outstanding ETL listed mini lathe is ideal for use in labs,
workshops, engineering and educational settings. Automatic feed Chuck guard with micro
switch Variable speed control knob Speeds: 0-1100 RPM (low) 0-2500 RPM (high) Threads: 12
to 52 TPI Tailstock taper: MT2 Tool post ETL listed Certification ETL Distance between centers
(in.) 10 in. Horsepower (hp) 3/4 Speed (max) 0-2500 RPM Minimum Speed (RPM) 0-1100 RPM
Spindle Taper MT2 Tailstock taper MT2 Thread size 12 to 52 TPI

7. TECHTONGDA BRUSHLESS MOTOR PRECISION MINI METAL LATHE

TECHTONGDA focuses on the machinery manufacturing industry. Our lathe is used for all kinds
of machining. It can be used for turning, facing, drilling, boring and turning thread. Also can be
used for precision parts processing, sample processing and model processing. It is popular with
car and gun modification enthusiasts. Extensive use and simple operation.
Parameters:
 Motor:110V 600W Brushless Motor
 Length of Centers:11.8"/300mm
 Spindle bored:0.8"/21mm
 Swing diameter:7"/180mm
 Towing trip:2"/50mm
 Width of the lathe:3.9"/100mm
 Spindle taper:MT3
 Chuck diameter:3.9"/100mm
 Range of spindle speed:50-2500RPM (2 gears)
 Range of thread manucturing:0.5-3mm
 Package size: 32x16x16 inch
 Shipping weight:150lb

8. METAL MINI LATHE, 12000RPM 60W 12V DC 5A HEAVY DUTY

Features:
Machine tool with powerful motor, the motor box and spindle box for conjoined structure.
Main parts: such as the spindle box, tailstock, long stand, size slider, motor blade, gear,
connecting block are made of metal materials, with belt protection cover. Center height is
75mm and distance between centers is 135mm, motor speed normally drops to 2000rpm
when using the lathe to machine metal. Maximum motor power is 60W by using more
powerful motor. Turning tool is high - speed steel material, can process soft, non - ferrous,
precious metals. By using central block, the diameter can be expanded to 50mm.
Specification:
Condition: 100% brand new
Metal: Metal
Weight: 4990g/176oz
Motor Speed: 12000rpm
Input Voltage/Current/Power: 12V DC/5A/60W
X-Axis travel: 32mm
Z-Axis travel: 145mm
Max Diameter of Machined Material: 100mm
Length of Machined Material: 135mm
Machining Accuracy: 0.07mm

9. SIGNWISE MINI LATHE

With a durable design, the Signwise Mini Lathe is a great choice for students, crafts,
hobbyists, and DIYers. Featuring a specially design and built-in bearing, the Signwise
Mini Lathe has a comfortable and high-quality usage. It is also equipped with a built-in
overheat protection and is able to process soft metals, copper, plastic, wood, and
aluminum.

10. CHUANGSHENG MINI LATHE

 Perfect for DIYers or model making, the chuangsheng Mini Lathe is not designed for
industrial or commercial use. It includes an adapter, a mini lathe, and a few other
accessories. Great for use on aluminum, copper, wood, and plastic and can also be used
to process softwood or hardwood into arbitrary shapes. It includes an intermediate
block heightening that lets you expand its use to a 50 mm diameter range. Plus, you can
either use the three-jack or 1-6mm collet or three-jack to clamping your workpiece into
place, and the transformer has over temperature, over-current, and over-voltage, over-
current protection as a safety measure

C. Buying Guidance (The Basic Things)

for readers and business people in the manufacturing industry who are interested in
buying, can follow the buy button on the right side that I have included in the table,
happy shopping…

Author

David Wibowo
Article Writer
Industrial Technology