WOODTURNING: What is a good turning speed? WEN 3424T

This is not an educational video in the sense that i am NOT advising anyone to use a specific turning RPM. I am just showing my results with a roughing gouge at the speeds available on my lathe. Always be safe, read the manufacturers instructions and do only what you feel safe doing.
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[@bwrightaway2877]

I just got one of these for christmas so I've been watching a bunch of videos to get some pointers. Thanks for taking the time to make the video... it was helpful.

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

I cant wait to see what you create!

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi Chris, Nice experiment. I've always just turned at a speed that "Felt" right for the piece. I've emailed you an article, which is very good, on lathe turning speeds. Take care Chris. Cheers, Huw

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

Huw, same for me, but I thought maybe I need to move out of my comfort zone and see what would happen. I actually learned a lot from the comments, as well as the test!

[@zowiewowie4458]

wow I thought these would cost 2000 dollars just found them on amazon for $300 and judging by ur video it looks great...thanks for uploading this video

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

The bigger lathes can be very expensive. But I have a small shop in my basement, so I can't use a bigger one. A 12" bowl is pretty big though. The money is in the tools.

[@levilepinski8698]

Found this very helpful, thank you for sharing!

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

Thanks for watching, if you have any other crazy experiments I will try anything. Tomorrow I am going to try a 6" bowl on all the speeds. Pray for me!

[@doublekkkids7466]

Nice video, I have been wondering how speed effects the finished product. I now know. Thanks.

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

Speed is your friend, but always be safe!

[@gaowoodlab]

Nice test, I'm thinking this question in the these days, and some people suggest diameter(inchs)*rpm＝6000-9000.

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

That may work. I was just going through some things in my head and doing the math. The really small stuff would be run very fast? I will have to try it. That peice is probably 3-4" diameter so that would need 2000 to 3000 rpm. That is where I got the best results. I had net heard that! Thanks Gao wood lab!

[@gaowoodlab]

thank you, it's good suggest, I didn't try more fast than 2000rpm yet, even small piece,😅😅, maybe I should try. More faster and more sharper,🙂🙂

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

@@gaowoodlab faster flying at my face! Thats why we wear protection! Now that I have done it I think I will try more at those speeds also. Thanks!

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Should turn at the speed you feel comfortable with i turn 800 to 1400 rpm turning bowls

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

I agree, that is my range also. Especially for a bowl.

[@BlueyPastle]

The spindles are best turned fast, as you show, although they do have a limit and can get dangerous too. Would you consider doing a similar test on a bowl? If so, that sh*t is dangerous... Keep on turning. Cheers, Bluey 👍

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

I may try a bowl at different speeds next. I like making these little videos separate from the regular scheduled ones. Especially experimenting! Thanks Bluey!

[@BlueyPastle]

BAILEY WOODWORKS be safe mate. I do look forward to your thought though.

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

@@BlueyPastle I've made it this far with all digits and no major scars, definitely will try to keep that streak alive!

[@What_Other_Hobbies]

Linear speed matters, but it is hard to measure as the piece is getting smaller as you work it.

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

True, it is mostly dealt with in ranges. Good comment!

[@What_Other_Hobbies]

@@BAILEYWOODWORKS From you video, high speed and very low feed rate or depth of cut seems to be the best finish.