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Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe With Bed Extension

For a limited time only purchase the Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe and receive the Bed Extension!
Item #
45499
Rating:
84% of 100
(19)

The Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe can turn bowls of almost 10" in diameter and spindles up to 17-3/4" in length, making it perfect for chair legs, small table legs and an endless array of decorative turnings. A convenient door provides easy access to the belt, along with 5 different speeds: 760, 1100, 1600, 2200 and 3200 RPM. Cast-iron body provides mass for minimal vibration, stable turning and maximum durability. The Mini Lathe Bed Extension increases your spindle capacity to 38-1/2"

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Brand Excelsior
Weight 101.8000
Tech Spec
  • Powerful 1/2 HP motor
  • Solid cast iron base
  • Spur center on headstock
  • Ball-bearing live center on tailstock
  • Heavy-duty knockout bar for spur center
  • 6"" tool rest
  • 3" face plate
  • 5 different speeds: 760, 1100, 1600, 2200 and 3200 RPM
  • Convenient belt access door
  • Cam-locking ratcheting adjustment levers
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • Removable safety switch
  • Non-slip feet
  • Spindle Taper MT2
  • 1" x 8 TPI spindle
  • Distance Between Centers: 18"
  • Turning Diameter: 10"
  • Motor: 370W
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I bought the mini lathe and extension on sale. I almost didn't because the price was so affordable I was afraid it might not be that great. Boy am I glad I decided to give it a try. Talk about getting a lot of bang for your buck! The quality of this thing is unbelievable for the money. Very precise machining, solid as a rock, and runs as smooth as glass with plenty of power for the type of work you would do on a lathe this size.
Would highly recommend.
April 9, 2020
Purchased
 4 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Outstanding
From the box to turning bowls it couldn’t be simpler and I couldn’t be happier with the purchase!
First day.
First day.
March 4, 2020
Purchased
 4 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
not bad at all!
works great!

well packaged and square to the world out of the box

the only negative i've found is the extension and its mating shelf on the lathe itself don't quite match up.
an hour with a file and sanding block made everything wonderful
March 3, 2020
Purchased
 4 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
very nice lath at an affordable price. i would recommend to my friends
April 15, 2019
Purchased
 1 year ago
Very smooth lathe and quiet. I wish the tool rest was a little bit wider though.
March 4, 2018
Purchased
 over 2 years ago
Woodworking Experience:
Advanced
Nice Lathe
I have not received the bed extention yet but I do like this lathe. I like that the tool rest is at an angle to help you rest your tool correctly. It is SUPER heavy, way more than I expected. This helps it to not shake while your wood spins.
March 1, 2018
Purchased
 over 2 years ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Perfect for the n00b who hasn't turned wood before!
I am new to the world of wood turning. I figured I'd dive right in and get down to business. I purchased the mini lathe with the bed extension for a Black Friday sale, received it a week later, and started cranking out Christmas gifts in no time. I also purchased the mini (not pen) carbide turning tools which are a perfect match for this machine.
Changing speeds is very simple as well --- Man this thing is freakin sweet.
Baseball bat, ornaments, snowman, rocket ship
Almost finished baseball bat with the bed extension
Christmas gifts
February 9, 2018
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Excelsior lathe with bed extension
I bought this lathe specifically to taper walking cane shafts and to do minor turnings on them. The lathe has the length capacity, and motor power to do that and much more. I've tested it using some rough oak staves 37 inches long and far from being balanced. The lathe handled it fine; no vibration or out of control movements. I am now building some custom steady rests for it, in order to turn at higher speeds.

The lathe assembled easily and the extension fitted perfectly with the application of a couple of large "C" clamps to facilitate initial alignment and adjustment of the rubber feet..

For the money, you can't beat this lathe!
February 25, 2017
Purchased
 over 3 years ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Tis a Good Little Lathe.
Beginner wood turner. Received this lathe for Christmas and purchased the bed extension as well as a beginner's gouge set. So far I've turned two goblets and a mallet. Exceeds expectations.
McMallet
Gobby 2
Gobby 1
February 23, 2017
Woodworking Experience:
Beginner
Great versatile lathe
Very good lathe. Very functional and great for beginners like myself. I got a free bed extension and fortunutley my work bench was long enough to support it. Have tried two [projects and am looking to use it more in the future
February 9, 2017
Purchased
 over 4 years ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
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Why did you choose this?
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I wanted to teach myself how to turn and this was a good price for a starter lathe.
kevin s on May 4, 2020
Wanted to get into wood turning without making a huge investment and this tool received good reviews for that purpose. I knew I wanted (and would need) the bed extension so getting it free in this offer was the incentive to purchase.
Robert C on Feb 25, 2020
I wanted to teach myself how to turn and this was a good price for a starter lathe.
kevin s on May 4, 2020
Looks like a good starter lathe for me plus I love that the bed extension is included.
Antonio C on Apr 24, 2020
Wanted to get into wood turning without making a huge investment and this tool received good reviews for that purpose. I knew I wanted (and would need) the bed extension so getting it free in this offer was the incentive to purchase.
Robert C on Feb 25, 2020
entry level, good reviews, good price with the extension.
Christopher W on Feb 24, 2020
I needed a benchtop wood lathe. Very good price, and other products I have ordered from<br />Rockler have been very good quality. The free extension was an added benefit. I have never turned wood before and I am looking forward to learning and making gifts for family and friends.
kim on Feb 21, 2020
The bed extension was the icing. I was getting the Excelsior at some time but that made the decision to get it now
Frank I on Feb 14, 2020
economical choose for me to learn on.
Stanley Z on Feb 12, 2020
The sale price and convenience of the bed extension.
R U on Feb 10, 2020
Gift for my husband
Rhonda VanFredenberg U on Feb 6, 2020
Needed a good starter lathe, and this got great reviews, was on sale, and had the free extension.
Joseph P on Feb 5, 2020
variable speed and free bed extension
William D on Feb 28, 2019
All positive reviews plus the bed extension sold me
David S on Feb 28, 2019
will meet my needs and the free extension
Michael F on Feb 27, 2019
A good deal. Plenty of good reviews.
Thomas J. S on Feb 27, 2019
Positive reviews- free extension - quality built- this will be my first wood lathe.
Bobby H on Feb 27, 2019
Long enough for making balusters
alex s on Feb 24, 2019
It was on sale
Andrew J on Feb 24, 2019
The free bed extension is what lead me to buy this lathe. It is my first lathe and I wanted it to be adaptable to making table legs and pens. The reviews stating easy use for beginners also helped.
Heather G on Feb 22, 2019
great reviews
EXPLOSIVEOPS GEAR U on Feb 20, 2019
to do wood turnings
Lester T on Feb 18, 2019
Following much research on lathes I chose the Excelsior mini-lathe because of its quality and versatility. This one includes a free extension, a big plus. I trust Rockler quality and pricing.
James on Feb 18, 2019
Good reviews, excellent price as it's on sale.
K E on Feb 14, 2019
All comments said this is good for the beginner!! My bonus father told me this was a good purchase and he buys a ton of product from you so I’m going to try this :) thank you Rockler
Cathy C on Feb 11, 2019
Been looking for a mini lathe for a while, checked out excelsior awile back and liked what I saw. With the bed extension it’s to good a deal to let pass.
Andrew A on Feb 10, 2019
The price is good. We’ll see about the quality.
Gregg H on Feb 10, 2019
because of the reviews and sale price included the bed extension. watched a couple videos also helped with my decision to buy.
david s on Feb 10, 2019
I heard this is the best tool for beginner wood turners.
Jeremy W on Feb 7, 2019
The extended bed, the reviews, and the 1/2 go motor, along with price.
Frank W on Feb 7, 2019
Just starting out and the price was reasonable
Adam T on Feb 4, 2019
after reading several reviews and watching many U Tube videos, I thought this product would fit my needs for now ... I will let you know how it turns out.
Robb R on Feb 3, 2019
for my wife. she loves wood working.
Gary N on Mar 1, 2018
The on line reviews, reputation of Rockler Woodworking and sale price
Kevin C on Feb 28, 2018
Referred by friend
Ron B on Feb 27, 2018
Best buy for the money, free extension and good reviews.
Guinn B on Feb 26, 2018
Video review
John D on Feb 25, 2018
It is the same as other lathes I have seen and includes the bed extension.<br /><br />Other lathes of similar design and manufacture are more expensive and do not include the ded extension.
Gordon W on Feb 24, 2018
looks like a good starter lathe
Vigil Contracting A on Feb 24, 2018
quality of product
Leroy B on Feb 23, 2018
Based on video review on Rockler's website. I like that it comes with a faceplate and bed extension, in addition to the centers.
lars s on Feb 23, 2018
Based on reviews of quality and price.
Jeffery P on Feb 19, 2018
I own a much older lathe with the same @length, but less swing. Its motor is not built in so rests behind the lathe with its own weight supplying tension to the pulleys. Dominates the space. This is an upgrade to a heavier, more convenient machine with more capacity. I don't need "best in class" but I think this will be a fun tool.
Peter H on Feb 15, 2018
Rocker name
Sheri on Feb 10, 2018
Just beginning woodworking
Rick the Greek on Feb 3, 2018
It is a perfect fit for my shop and I trust Rockler.
Stephen B on Feb 1, 2018
Great reviews. Compact size. Rocker Reputation
Jimmyray on Mar 3, 2017
to do some wood turning
Karol W on Mar 1, 2017
I been looking for one
Francis S on Feb 26, 2017
oh yeah, going to turn some wood!!! Great starter and great price especially with extension. Plus had a 50 dollar gift card.
Glen on Feb 25, 2017
Good Reviews
Michael L on Feb 22, 2017
GOOD REVIEWS ABOUT THE QUALITY AND VALUE FOR THE PRICE.
Paul T on Feb 21, 2017
Looks like a good starter lathe for me plus I love that the bed extension is included.
Antonio C on Apr 24, 2020
entry level, good reviews, good price with the extension.
Christopher W on Feb 24, 2020
What are the dimensions of this machine with the bed extension added?
Buzzard on Feb 16, 2016
Does this lathe come with ererything you need to make bowls?
Bobby E on Feb 8, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Aside from the hand tools of your choice (carbides or gouges & skews etc) yes. There are things that will make it easier that you can add. Such as a chuck. If you go to youtube search for a video called "# 180 The basic bowl with Carbide tools". The author shows how to make a bowl with only what comes on a small lathe. He shows a Jet I think but the lathe here is basically the same and comes with the same accessories.. This is a good solid starter lathe.
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Is this lathe powerful enough to turn a baseball bat?
Brad S on Feb 10, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I don't see why not. I've done spindles in oak as long as a bat. Never had lack of power be a problem with it. As long as you have the extension and the blank will fit on it should not be a problem.
can a duplicator be added to this machine ?
don s on Feb 13, 2017
Is this lathe made in USA? thanks
wayne r on Feb 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No, this is made in Taiwan.
does the tail stock have accessories for drill bits ie drilling out for peppermills?
pigroaster on Feb 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No, you would have to add an accesory drill chuck to do that.
does this lathe have a reverse capability?
Dale G on Feb 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No it doesn't - great lathe -
What is the overall length of lathe with extension added ???
Jim on Feb 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: With the extension added, the length is 50.75
What is the Tail Stock Ram travel distance?
William H on Feb 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: 1& 3/4 in.
Does this model have a duplicator?
Buddy M on Feb 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Not to my knowledge. There may be some generic, work-on-anything, type tools out there. You might look at the Woodcraft and Lee Valley sites to see if they offer anything. Aside from that, simple ones are not that hard to build, if you have basic metalworking skills.
How much of an upgrade would this be from a Shopfox w1704? My shop fox is getting worn out and i would like to upgrade to a better lathe, but im not sure how much more torque this would have for turning bowls
BrianM on Feb 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: So, although I love this lathe, and think the price is pretty good. I really only use it for small bowls and pens mostly. If you are planning on upgrading I would go larger, the swing is only 9 inches. Hope this helps.
I also have a Laguna 18/36, that one is much better for bowls. Happy Shopping
How do you change the belt on Excelsior 1810 lathe?
Ladell G on Mar 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: How to replace the belt.
-Remove protective cover plate (not referenced in the parts list) from the headstock end of #1-Bed. This allows access to the motor pulley.
-Loosen #33 Socket Head Screw and move #31 Motor Plate upward to take tension off #26 Drive Belt.
-Remove #20 Back Lid from #19 Headstock. This allows access to #25 Drive Pulley.
-Loosen #28 Set Screw ...and remove #22 Balance Wheel (left hand threading). This allows access to #14 Headstock Spindle.
-Carefully, with wooden mallet or other means that will not damage the threading, drive out the #14 Headstock Spindle toward the center of the bed.
-Install new belt on #25 Drive Pulley.
-Reverse these steps to reassemble.
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