Biff Johnson
11-16-2012, 4:19 PM
Hi Gang,
I have a 1960's vintage Delta 12" lathe with an ancient Dayton 1/2 HP motor.
It has worked great turning for turning small items like ornaments and such. Today I tried to turn a small, green alder bowl blank. The blank is approximate 6"x4".
Problem is every time I try to take a moderately deep cut the motor stalls. It's not the belt slipping, the motor actually stops turning and buzzes slightly. I am really not trying to take a substantial cut. The blank is pretty round and my tools are sharp, vibration is minimal. I also have the belts set on the slowest speed, appx 350-400 rpm.
Does this sound like a weak motor?
Thanks!
I have a 1960's vintage Delta 12" lathe with an ancient Dayton 1/2 HP motor.
It has worked great turning for turning small items like ornaments and such. Today I tried to turn a small, green alder bowl blank. The blank is approximate 6"x4".
Problem is every time I try to take a moderately deep cut the motor stalls. It's not the belt slipping, the motor actually stops turning and buzzes slightly. I am really not trying to take a substantial cut. The blank is pretty round and my tools are sharp, vibration is minimal. I also have the belts set on the slowest speed, appx 350-400 rpm.
Does this sound like a weak motor?
Thanks!