Teknatool NOVA 1624 II Manual page 3

Nova 1624 II Lathe Features at a glance
Note:
Some options have a stand included! Motor & Specifications vary depending on the Country
Add on Bed System
A lathe that meets your woodturning needs, your workshop space, or your pocket! Each segment is about
20.3" in length. The feature appeals for many different reasons:
Sophisticated Swivel Head
Speed Range
The Nova 1624 II lathe has an eight speed range, one of the very best available. From very low speeds for large and out of balance
work through to very high speeds for small and finishing work. Some markets also have the added advantage of a variable speed
motor option (check with your reseller).
Solid Construction
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As a compact lathe (standard configuration) it is great for small
turning workshop spaces.
As an extended lathe for those wanting to do extra long spindles
(beyond the traditional between centre of most lathes) the Nova
1624/44 delivers big turning capacity. Illustrated left.
As a bowl lathe for those just wanting to turn bowls.
Swivel head lathes have many advantages:
• Space saving
• Allows the turner (not the machine!) to decide the most comfortable position for your turning (saving
you from backstrain)
• Elimination of lefthand 'outboard' turning techniques and no extra outboard chucks and faceplates
are necessary.
There are a number of swivel head lathes available, but the Nova 1624 II has by far the most
sophisticated, accurate and easy to use swivel head on the market.
The Nova 1624 II lathe can be easily and quickly swiveled to any position (360 degrees). It can be
solidly locked in any position plus it has the added security of a detent pin lock at 0, 22.5,45,90 and
315 degrees (for left hand use).
The swivel head turns, locks easily and has a very accurate detent position, to lock the spindle in line
with the tailstock. Then for super accuracy the adjustable tailstock can be finely tuned for pin point
alignment (this is factory set but can be adjusted in the field). This combination of detent pin and
adjustable tailstock delivers superb accuracy and is unique to the Nova 1624 II.
Well proven design, the Nova 1624 II is made from Cast Iron
components for strength and rigidity. Added features like the heavy
duty twin bearing system, and special webbed bed design makes the
lathe well equipped to take heavy turning stresses. The bed has been
designed with vibration dampening qualities - a solid 1/2" cross rib is
positioned along the bed unit, quickly absorbing any vibration as it
travels down the bed.
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