Fisch - Midi-Lathe TC 90-100
This benchtop lathe from Fisch has a 10-in. swing and offers the capacity to turn up to 15 in. between centers.
Oct 01, 2002
Many woodworking shops don’t have a lathe, most likely because of cost or space. But the arrival of a new category of small lathes has made cost and space less of an issue. Introduced in the late 1990s, these machines—often called midi-lathes—are generally bigger and beefier than the so-called minilathes, yet they’re smaller than full-size machines. Midis are affordable—selling for between $285 and $350—and take up very little space. For someone unsure whether wood turning is going to be worthwhile, a midi-lathe might be the best way to test the waters. Not only are the midis relatively inexpensive, they also have enough power to do some serious work. But how well do they work? To find out, I tested five midi-lathes for a semester in my wood turning class at the School of Art and Design at Purchase College in New York.
At 81 lb. the Fisch weighs slightly more than the average mini-lathe wieght of 74 lb. It has the lowest price of the bunch. And, at 15 in., it ties for the most distance between centers without a bed extension. The on/off switch is conveniently located in the headstock. A bed extension is $60.
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I have this lathe and i`m very satified with it.. had to replace the switch.. now i`m wondering where i can get a serpentine belt for it before this one goes out.
You can get them here:
https://westcoastbelts.com
250J3 - **NEW BELT** FISCH TC90-100 Turning Center 1/2 HP Benchtop Woodworking Lathe
Hopefully someone sees this. Does anyone know where I can get a copy of the Manual. I got this lathe from a friend, along with the rest of his tools, when he passed away. When his cancer treatments forced him to lose his job, he started making small items like pens, candle holders, and Christmas tree ornaments, to help pass the time. He got pretty good at it over the years. I would love to use the lathe to make little gifts to give out, like he did, with his lathe. So, if anyone knows where I could download the manual or if they have manual they could scan and send to me, I would greatly appreciate it.
I've looked high and low and haven't been able to fine the manual. If anyone has one I would also appreciate it.
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