DB7VS Metalworking Lathe

The DB7VS Metalworking Lathe is a small, sturdy machine that helps you shape, smooth, and cut metal with accuracy. It fits on a workbench, runs quietly, and is great for home workshops, school labs, and makerspaces.

Why You’ll Like It (Benefits)

Easy speed control: Turn a dial to go from 50–2500 RPM so you can work safely on many metals.
See your speed: A digital readout shows the spindle speed, so you always know what the machine is doing.
Make real parts: Cut metric and inch (imperial) threads for screws and bolts used around the world.
Built to last: Hardened, ground V-bed ways keep cuts straight and smooth.

What You Can Make (Uses)

Model parts and brackets
Small tools and bushings
Hobby and school projects
Repair parts for bikes, yard tools, and more

Safe for Classrooms

This lathe is set up with common school shop safety features to support safe use and supervision:

Clear chuck guard helps keep hands away from moving parts.
Emergency stop button lets you stop the machine fast.
Easy-reach power switch and quick-release tailstock make setup safer.
Stable, heavy build reduces vibration so cuts are smoother and safer.

Included Accessories

100 mm 3-jaw and 4-jaw chucks
Tool tray
Fixed and traveling steadies
Lathe tool set
Chuck guard
Quick-release tailstock

Key Specs

Centre height: 90 mm (≈ 3.54 in)
Swing over bed: 180 mm (≈ 7.09 in)
Swing over cross-slide: 120 mm (≈ 4.72 in)
Between centres: 300 mm (≈ 11.81 in)
Bed width: 100 mm (≈ 3.94 in)
Toolpost tool size: 10 mm (≈ 3/8 in)
Speed range: 50–2500 RPM
Cross-slide travel: 115 mm (≈ 4.53 in)
Top-slide travel: 70 mm (≈ 2.76 in)
Chuck diameter: 100 mm (≈ 4 in)
Spindle bore: 21 mm (≈ 0.83 in)
Spindle taper: MT3
Tailstock quill travel: 60 mm (≈ 2.36 in)
Tailstock taper: MT2
Motor power: 600 W (0.8 hp)
Net weight: 60 kg (≈ 132 lb)
Size (W×D×H): 780 × 480 × 420 mm (≈ 30.7" × 18.9" × 16.5")

Options

Stands and extra lathe tools/accessories (toolposts, carriers, etc.) are available to expand your setup.

Chester DB7VS Metalworking Lathe

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