Delta 46-745

[Scott Gibbons]

I am still looking for a lathe and I came across this one for $999.00. Its a factory refurb with a 6month warranty. Any opinions? I did a search but i did not find much.

Thank you,
Scott

[Ernie Nyvall]

Scott, do you have a picture of it?

Ernie

[John Shuk]

That is a great price.

[Scott Gibbons]

Here is a pic. Figured it would be a great starter lathe.

[Scott Gibbons]

here are the specs i pulled off the site

• Industry proven high and low acceleration/deceleration variable frequency
• Large 12" ductile iron tool rest and base move easily on ground bed ways for maximum tool placement and versatility.
• Steel bed design is 20 times torsionally stiffer than typical cast-iron bed designs.
• Variable frequency drive controls are located close to workzone for convenient operation.
• 4" hard-wood or steel spacers can be added to adjust height.





Capacity (distance btwn. centers)
• 42"
Capacity (swing over base)
• 11-1/2"
Motor
• 1-1/2 HP
Capacity (swing over bed)
• 16"
Variable Speed
• 0-3200 RPM
Spindle Threads
• 1 1/4" - 8
Drive Spindle Thru Hole
• 9/16"
Head and Tailstock Taper
• #2MT
Tailstock Thru Hole
• 3/8"
Tailstock Spindle Travel
• 4"
Tool Rest
• 12"
Overall Dimensions
• Length: 66"
• Width: 21"
• Height: 54"
• Weight: 384 lbs.
Carton Dimensions
• Height: 34"
• Width: 20"
• Depth: 61"
• Weight: 430 lbs.

[Kevin Gerstenecker]

Scott, I have been turning on the Delta 46-745 for a couple of years now. If you would like to PM or email me, I will share what I know and like about this Lathe. (That IS a great price that you found, BTW!)