Rance, to save you having to wait until Ian is up again and had his breakfast, I think he refers to a little plate riveted to the t/stock end of the bed, showing a cross-section of the bed top with the "important" surfaces highlighted in red, and labeled "Induction hardened and ground lathe bed". At least, that's what my lathe's got.
Andy
born4something <ajs@...> wrote:
--- In 7x12minilathe@..., "rancerupp" <rupps@...> wrote:
Ian,
Hardness diagram? I don't have my lathe yet (8x12) but it should be
in within the next week. What do I need to know about this? I assume
it is only useful in the purchasing decision. Is this right?
Rance
Hi Rance,
I think Ian's off to bed. It's late in Oz. He mentioned this diagram
the other day. It shows the areas of the bed that are hardened. You're
probably right - good guide when comparing machines. Ian's doesn't
seem to be a straight Sieg. He bought it from Taig in Canberra I
think. Has a few differences. I'm sure Ian will clarify in the AM.
John
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