what speed?

[Harvey M. Taylor]

I recently got a Monster art. arm. hollowing rig. What is the consensus of opinions that a hollow form should be turned. Talking about a relatively small opening, say one and one-half in.To some, that may be an abyss but, hey, I am still learning. One day, gonna learn how to post pitchers here. Max.

[John Keeton]

Max, speed probably has more to do with the diameter of the piece and the wood species than the entry hole. Most of my forms are 5-7" in diameter, and domestic hardwoods. I hollow at about 800-1100, depending on the cut I am getting.

On the entry hole, 1.5" isn't too bad. About the smallest I can do seems to be about 1.125" or so. On occasion - an inch. But, I like lids, so the 1.5" is really about right for most of my stuff.

[David E Keller]

I'm usually in the same range as John... Sometimes I get up to 1300 or so, but generally I'm at or slightly below 1000. I don't think the speed is critical for the things I've done so far.

[Harvey M. Taylor]

Thanks Guys, will adjust accordingly.Aint turnin' fun? Max