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{{Equipment
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|owner=Hive13
|owner=Hive13
|assetTag=HV00??
|assetTag=HV0319
|model=Powermatic 3520A Wood Lathe
|model=Powermatic 3520A Wood Lathe
|Image=File:Powermatic-3520A-Lathe.jpg
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== To Do List ==
== To Do List ==
#Assign asset tag
#Assign asset tag
#Sort out donated tools
#Set up tool storage
#Set up tool storage
#Document Start up and run process
#Document Start up and run process
#Level tool sharpening stand (floor is uneven so it wobbles)
#Document tool sharpening  
#Document tool sharpening
#Run test piece
#Do a class
#Do a class


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Note" The speed LED display is on the back side of the headstock and is not viewable from the front. There is a chart in the manual that converts the reading to spindle RPM.   
Note" The speed LED display is on the back side of the headstock and is not viewable from the front. There is a chart in the manual that converts the reading to spindle RPM.   


Manual: [[File:Lathe_20%27%27_Woodturning_Powermatic_3520A_.pdf|thumb|Manual for the Powermatic 3520A wood working lathe]]
*Manual: [[File:Lathe_20%27%27_Woodturning_Powermatic_3520A_.pdf|thumb|Manual for the Powermatic 3520A wood working lathe]]
 
*Parts List: [https://wiki.hive13.org/images/6/60/PL??  Parts List for the Delta Wood Lathe]
Parts List: [https://wiki.hive13.org/images/6/60/PL??  Parts List for the Delta Wood Lathe]
*Product Evaluation: [https://wiki.hive13.org/images/2/2e/Powermatic-3520A_Product_Evaluation.pdf Product Evaluation]
 
Product Evaluation: [https://wiki.hive13.org/images/2/2e/Powermatic-3520A_Product_Evaluation.pdf Product Evaluation]


===Features:===
===Features:===
*Powerful 2 hp max, 3ph motor run from 220V 1ph through a VFD  
*Motor: 2 HP max, 240V, 60 Hz, 3 Phase run through a VFD speed control
*20-inch swing capacity (508 mm)
*20-inch swing capacity (508 mm)
*The base 3520A lathe has a maximum distance between centers of 34 1/2" (977 mm).
*The base 3520A lathe has a maximum distance between centers of 34 1/2" (977 mm).
*Electronic variable Speed with three-pulley speed ranges provide the required speeds needed to turn a project without changing belt position
*Speed: Two pulley speed ranges. 0 to 1200 RPM and 0 to 3200 RPM
*Electronic variable Speed control provides the required speeds needed to turn a project without changing belt position
*Forward and Reversing function allows the turner to achieve a superior finish. Sanding a turned piece with the grain causes the wood fibers to lay down and remain rough.
*Forward and Reversing function allows the turner to achieve a superior finish. Sanding a turned piece with the grain causes the wood fibers to lay down and remain rough.
*Belt tensioning system for easy and quick speed changes and sets the belt at the correct tension every time for maximum power transfer and longer tool life
*Belt tension system for easy and quick speed changes and sets the belt at the correct tension every time for maximum power transfer and longer tool life.


===Accessories:===
===Accessories:===
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* Knock Out Tool  
* Knock Out Tool  


===Recommended Woodturning Educational Links===
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWBzAgqeCmAOne Exceptional for getting started:]
*[https://carterandsontoolworks.com/pages/best-youtube-channels-for-woodturners 5 Great YouTube Channels for Woodturners]
*[https://makezine.com/2015/08/13/quick-guide-7-basic-woodturning-tools/ Quick Guide to 7 Basic Woodturning Tools]
*[https://carterandsontoolworks.com/pages/the-7-basic-turning-tools-you-need-woodturning-tools-their-uses-explained The 7 Basic Tool Uses Explained]
*[https://carterandsontoolworks.com/pages/woodturning-resources Woodturning Resources]
*[https://carterandsontoolworks.com/pages/beginnerwoodlatheprojects Beginner Lathe Projects]


Specifications:
*[https://woodworkersinstitute.com/category/woodturning/ All about Woodturning - Woodworkers Institute]
*Motor: 2 HP max, 240V, 60 Hz, 3 Phase
*[https://www.woodturner.org Woodturner.org Sign up to be an associate member – 3 months free - Resource RICH. Try it out.]
*Speed: 0 to 3200 RPM
*Swing Over Bed: 20 in.
*Distance between Centers with Extension: 38 in.


Tools:
*[https://workshopcompanion.com/KnowHow/Tools/Sharpening/1_How_Tools_Cut_Wood/1_How_Tools_Cut_Wood.htm How Tools Cut Wood]
*[http://workshopcompanion.com/KnowHow/Tools/Sharpening/2_Sharpening_Knowhow/2_Sharpening_Knowhow.htm How to Sharpen Tools 1]
*[http://workshopcompanion.com/KnowHow/Tools/Sharpening/3_Sharpening_Tools_Materials/3_Sharpening_Tools_Materials.htm How to Sharpen Tools 2]
*[http://workshopcompanion.com/KnowHow/Tools/Sharpening/5_Sharpening_Skews_Gouges/5_Sharpening_Skews_Gouges.htm How to Sharpen Skews and Gouges 3]


* These images are place holders
*[https://www.instructables.com/Sharpening-Jig-for-Woodturning-Gouges/ DIY Sharpening Jig for Woodturning Gouges]
[[File:?? Knockout tool.jpg|thumb|Pic of knockout tool location]]<br />[[File:?? Lathe accessories.jpg|thumb|Lathe accessories]]
[[File:?? Hive13Chuck.jpg|thumb|4 Jaw Nova chuck for wood lathe]]

Latest revision as of 20:29, 4 August 2022

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Powermatic-3520A-Lathe.jpg
Owner/Loaner: Hive13
Hive13 Asset Tag: HV0319
Make/Model: Powermatic 3520A Wood Lathe (google)
Arrival Date: 06/2022
Does it work?: Yes
Certification Needed?: yes
Contact: Dave Velzy
Floorplan: Woodshop
Powermatic_3520A_Lathe.png



To Do List

  1. Assign asset tag
  2. Set up tool storage
  3. Document Start up and run process
  4. Document tool sharpening
  5. Do a class

Overview

This Powermatic 3520A wood lathe, has an electronic variable speed control on its 2 HP Max motor to enable turning objects at any speed between 0 and 3,200 RPMs. Note" The speed LED display is on the back side of the headstock and is not viewable from the front. There is a chart in the manual that converts the reading to spindle RPM.

Features:

  • Motor: 2 HP max, 240V, 60 Hz, 3 Phase run through a VFD speed control
  • 20-inch swing capacity (508 mm)
  • The base 3520A lathe has a maximum distance between centers of 34 1/2" (977 mm).
  • Speed: Two pulley speed ranges. 0 to 1200 RPM and 0 to 3200 RPM
  • Electronic variable Speed control provides the required speeds needed to turn a project without changing belt position
  • Forward and Reversing function allows the turner to achieve a superior finish. Sanding a turned piece with the grain causes the wood fibers to lay down and remain rough.
  • Belt tension system for easy and quick speed changes and sets the belt at the correct tension every time for maximum power transfer and longer tool life.

Accessories:

  • Skew Chisels
  • Roughing Gouges
  • Spindle and Bowl Gouges
  • Two 13mm drill chucks
  • Live Center
  • Two Dead Centers
  • Pen Turning Collet
  • Radius Gauge
  • Tekna Tool Titan Chuck - with multiple jaws. Note most all of the jaws we have fit this chuck.
  • Two Six Screw Face Plates for large blanks
  • Quick Close Chuck
  • 3/4" Collet Chuck
  • 6" Tool Rest
  • 12" Tool Rest
  • Knock Out Tool

Recommended Woodturning Educational Links