Lathe Suggestions

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Originally Posted by InFlight

Machining 1/2 inch hex shaft can be done on a mini-lathe.

For general FRC use something around a 10 x 40 with a BXA tool post size is ideal. Having a quick change tool post speeds up the work. Watch the motor specs, you need a motor that will work with your existing power outlets.

You'll want to save some of your budget to buy a good assortment of cutting tools, cutoff blade, grooving tools for c-clips/e-clips. Also a full tap and drill set.

What have you used that sized lathe for? I've never thought of a job that really required more than 10" of working travel or 7.5" diameter max (and that's only for custom pneumatic wheels or something), but I'm sure teams have used the full travel before.