Model 70-1824VSR: 18″ x 24″ VSR Lathe

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18″ x 24″ Variable Speed Lathe 70-1824VSR and VSR2 offer woodturners a variety of new features that make it the most versatile lathe in RIKON’s line –  V1 has a powerful 1.75HP, 115V, 16A motor gives ample power for all turning needs, while V2 offers a 2.5 HP, 230V motor. The lathe uses an inverter to control the motor’s operating efficiency, speed and regulates torque to give the craftsman the consistency needed when turning projects. Including a swivel headstock, spindle lock, spindle indexing, 3 bed extension positions, variable speeds from 50 to 3850 RPMs, digital read out display, moveable magnetic control box, 115V outlet for plugging in lights or other accessories, and increased tool storage.

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Constructed of heavy cast iron, the bed, classically shaped legs, headstock, tailstock and tool rest assembly provide over 370 pounds of stability when turning. Plus, the large 1.75HP 115V motor gives the power and dependability needed for working on the largest bowls or oversized spindle projects. The newly designed headstock can swivel 180 degrees for outboard turning! This feature expands the bowl or platter diameters from 18″ to 27-1/2″, or up to 44″ if the headstock is secured facing forward (A freestanding tool rest is needed for this setup (not provided)).  Spindle turnings up to 24″ in length can be done with the lathe, but with the addition of the optional 16″ long #70-908 Bed Extension, turnings up to 40″ are possible. The lathe has 3 additional machined surfaces on the sides of the bed to mount this special bed extension that increase the turning options even further.  Lathe includes spur center, live center, 3-3/8” faceplate, 12″ tool rest with 1″ diameter post, MT2-MT2 spindle alignment tool, knock-out bars, wrenches and tool holder.

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• Increased Spindle Height for creating greater diameter spindles, bowls and platters.
• Lathe Bed Has Machined Ends and Front for Adding Extensions to Increase Turning Capabilities
• Powerful 1.75 HP AC Motor
• Magnets on Back of the Control Box Allow it to be Placed Anywhere Easily Accessible to Turners for Quick Controlling of the Lathe Speeds or Emergency Stopping.
• Machined Bed and Matching Components give Precise Alignment
• Ball-Bearing Construction for Smooth, Precise Spindle Operation
• Adjustable Locking Handles Keep Components Positioned Securely
• Pivoting Belt Cover for Easy Access when Changing Belt Speeds
• 8” PRO Tool Rest Features Hardened Steel Top Rod to Provide Extra Control of Tools When Turning

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Tech Specs

Motor HorsepowerVSR1 - 1-3/4HP
Motor AmpsVSR - 16A. 60HZ
Motor VoltsVSR - 115V, 1 PH
Motor RPM1,720 RPM
DirectionForward (C-Clockwise) & Reverse (Clockwise)
Number of Speeds3
Speed Ranges50-900/ 100-1,850 / 200-3,850 RPM
Swing Over Bed18” (457 mm)
Swing Over Tool Rest13-3/4” (350 mm)
Working Distance Between Centers24” (610 mm)
Tool Rest Post Diameter1” (25.4 mm)
Spindle Nose Inch x TPI1-1/4” x 8 TPI
Headstock TaperMT2
Tailstock TaperMT2
Ram Travel4 1/2″ (101.6 mm)
Indexing Positions24
Overall Length63” (1600 mm)
Overall Width24-3/8” (620 mm)
Overall Height47-3/8″ (1206 mm)
Overall Base Size47-1/4” x 24-3/8” (1120 x 620 mm)
Overall Net Weight373 lbs (169 kgs)
Warranty5 Years
Bottom of base to spindle43-5/16“ (1100 mm)

Accessories

70-800 70-800 4-Piece Turning Tool Set with Carbide Insert Cutters $249.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-908 Bed Extension 16" for 70-1824VSR & 70-1824VSR2 $199.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-9083 Bed Extension Set of 3 for 70-1824VSR/2 Lathe - Includes 70-908, 70-959 & 70-960 70-908 16” BED EXTENSION For 70-1824 70-959 TOOL REST HEIGHT EXTENSION – Raises tool rests 4″ higher when working on larger swing capacity lathes. Has 1″ post and 1″ receiving hole for securing your tool rests with its lever handle. 70-960 Tool Rest Extension – Increases the reach of tool rests for turning surfaces not possible with standard tool rests. Has 1″ post and hole, with 7-1/2″ reach. *Lifestyle shot Banjo and Tools Rest not included   $269.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-920 Universal Stand for Mini and MIDI Lathes $199.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-969 3-3/8" (85mm) long x 1" dia. Post (includes Spring Washer) for PRO tool rests   $9.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-971 Mobility Caster Set for 70-3040 and 70-1824VSR $269.99 Out of Stock Add to cart
70-972 Adjustable Feet for 70-3040 and 70-1824VSR,VSR2
  • Adjustable all-metal feet with large 3-1/8" (80mm) swivel base pads raise the working heights of lathes and give extra stability on uneven floors.
  • Set of 4 includes hardware to install on lathe legs with pre-bored mounting holes 5/8" - 3/4" (16-19mm) diameter
  • Raises lathes from 1-7/8" ( 47.5mm) to approximately 2-7/8" ( 73mm) high.
  • Feet are secured to the lathe with supplied washers and hex huts.
  • M16-2.0 Threaded post is 1-3/4" (45mm) long.
  • Each foot includes 2 hex nuts and 2 washers to fasten the foot to the pre-bored lathe foot
$79.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-975 4” Long x 2-3/16” High. Tool Rest Top has a hardened steel rod welded to a steel body. Tool Rest base has a M12 x1.25 threaded hole to install your choice of Post length and diameter with the compression Spring Washer (each sold separately). $24.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-976 6” Long x 2-3/16” High Tool Rest Top has a hardened steel rod welded to a steel body. Tool Rest base has a M12 x1.25 threaded hole to install your choice of Post length and diameter with the compression Spring Washer (each sold separately). $29.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-977 8” Long x 2-3/16” High Tool Rest Top has a hardened steel rod welded to a steel body. Tool Rest base has a M12 x1.25 threaded hole to install your choice of Post length and diameter with the compression Spring Washer (each sold separately). $34.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-978 12” Long x 2-7/32” High Tool Rest Top has a hardened steel rod welded to a steel body. Tool Rest base has a M12 x1.25 threaded hole to install your choice of Post length and diameter with the compression Spring Washer (each sold separately). $39.99 In Stock Add to cart
70-984 Drive Belt for 70-1824VSR $18.99 In Stock Add to cart

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Features

• Increased Spindle Height for creating greater diameter spindles, bowls and platters.

• Lathe Bed Has Machined Ends and Front for Adding Extensions to Increase Turning Capabilities

• Powerful 1.75 HP AC Motor

• VSR2  Powerful 2.5 HP AC Motor

• Magnets on Back of the Control Box Allow it to be Placed Anywhere Easily Accessible to Turners for Quick Controlling of the Lathe Speeds or Emergency Stopping.

• Machined Bed and Matching Components give Precise Alignment

• Ball-Bearing Construction for Smooth, Precise Spindle Operation

• Adjustable Locking Handles Keep Components Positioned Securely

• Pivoting Belt Cover for Easy Access when Changing Belt Speeds

• 12” PRO Tool Rest Features Hardened Steel Top Rod to Provide Extra Control of Tools When Turning

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Product Info

Model 70-1824VSR: 18" x 24" VSR Lathe

Model 70-1824VSR2: 18" x 24" VSR2 Lathe

Model 70-100: 12" x 16" Mini Lathe

Model 70-105: 10" x 18" Mini Lathe

Model 70-3040:
30” x 40” VSR Lathe with Sliding Bed

Sku 70-1824VSR 70-1824VSR2 70-100 70-105 70-3040
Motor Horsepower VSR1 - 1-3/4HP VSR2 - 2-1/2 HP, TEFC 1/2 HP TEFC 1/2 HP TEFC 3 HP TEFC
Motor Amps VSR - 16A. 60HZ VSR2 - 14 A, 50/60 Hz 5.7 3.7 14.8
Motor Volts VSR - 115V, 1 PH VSR2 - 230 V, 3 Ph 115V, 60 Hz 120V, 60 Hz 220V, 50/60 Hz
Motor RPM 1,720 RPM 1,720 RPM 1,720 RPM 1,700 RPM 1,720 RPM
Direction Forward (C-Clockwise) & Reverse (Clockwise) Forward (C-Clockwise) & Reverse (Clockwise) Forward Forward Forward/Reverse
Number of Speeds 3 3 6 5 Variable
Speed Ranges 50-900/ 100-1,850 / 200-3,850 RPM 50-900/ 100-1,850 / 200-3,850 RPM 430, 810, 1,230, 1,810, 2,670, 3,900 500, 1,175, 1,850, 2,225, 3,200 20 – 650 / 50 – 1,750 / 100 – 3,850
Swing Over Bed 18” (457 mm) 18” (457 mm) 12” 10” 23-7/32” to 31-1/4”
Swing Over Tool Rest 13-3/4” (350 mm) 13-3/4” (350 mm) 9-1/2” 7-1/2” 17-13/32” to 25-7/16”
Working Distance Between Centers 24” (610 mm) 24” (610 mm) 16” 18” 20” to 40”
Tool Rest Post Diameter 1” (25.4 mm) 1” (25.4 mm) 5/8” 5/8” 1”
Spindle Nose Inch x TPI 1-1/4” x 8 TPI 1-1/4” x 8 TPI 1” x 8 1” x 8 1-1/4” x 8
Headstock Taper MT2 MT2 MT2 MT2 MT2
Tailstock Taper MT2 MT2 MT2 MT2 MT2
Ram Travel 4 1/2″ (101.6 mm) 4 1/2″ (101.6 mm) 2-1/2” 1-3/4” 4-11/16” (120mm)
Indexing Positions 24 24 12 - 36
Overall Length 63” (1600 mm) 63” (1600 mm) 32” 35-1/2” 61-5/8” to 81-5/8”
Overall Width 24-3/8” (620 mm) 24-3/8” (620 mm) 10-1/2” 10-1/2” 30-1/8”
Overall Height 47-3/8″ (1206 mm) 47-3/8″ (1206 mm) 17-1/2” 14-3/4” 50-3/8”
Overall Base Size 47-1/4” x 24-3/8” (1120 x 620 mm) 47-1/4” x 24-3/8” (1120 x 620 mm) 27-3/4” x 7-3/4” 29-1/2” x 7-3/8” -
Overall Net Weight 373 lbs (169 kgs) 373 lbs (169 kgs) 89 lbs. 75 lbs. 546 lbs.
Warranty 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years
Bottom of base to spindle 43-5/16“ (1100 mm) 43-5/16“ (1100 mm) 13-1/2” (343mm) 11-13/16” (300mm) *measured to bottom of bed without rubber pads installed 44” (1118mm)
Shipping Weight - - - - 665 lbs.
Shipping Carton - - - - 61-3/4” x 26-5/16” x 34-1/4”