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I need to build a bench for a 9x48 south bend lathe, it weighs about 370lbs. Would 1 1/2 inch birch counter top on a welded steel frame be good enough?
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South Bend had a completely wooden bench that they sold for the 9" lathes. Wooden legs, wooden top and wooden skirts, so wood is a legitimate choice. For me, if I was going to weld up a steel base, I would also add a steel top, with steel edging around the top. On the plus side for the wood, drawers are easier to add.
I plan to have steel plates top and bottom on the mounting points to stabelize the mount.
You could use a cut down solid core commercial door and sheet the top with a piece of sheetmetal to make it impervious to oil. Used Doors are pretty cheap at a Restore or from a window and door place. Jim
Can you share your source for this bench (private message if necessary)? I saw something similar at home depot, but it's only rated at 300 lbs. I am in the same situation as you, thanks.Thanks for all the input, the bench i am looking at is 1-1/2 butcher block steel frame and rated for 800 lbs. I will ad some bracing at the mounting points just to be sure. I just want to get the new toy up and running so I can run some test passes, and see what it can do.
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