Best Quick change for the Mini Lathe

[paul_cpu]

I think I would like to buy a quick change. After some recommendations I have looks at alot online. No real price range as I;d prefer to buy a decent one.

 

[markba633csi]

Do you mean quick change gearbox or tool post? If the latter, Ebay has a good selection, I believe Bostar is popular
-Mark

 

[Ken from ontario]

I have this OXA set from LMS, it's above average in quality, you could find a QCTP set on ebay , some are significantly cheaper but if I were you I would get the LMS set or something more expensive and better quality.

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[paul_cpu]

Uhhhg $80 just for postage. I'll find a few and see what you all say is best.

 

[paul_cpu]

I have this OXA set from LMS, it's above average in quality, you could find a QCTP set on ebay , some are significantly cheaper but if I were you I would get the LMS set or something more expensive and better quality.

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Does this look liek the same one: https://www.amazon.com.au/Wedge-Type-Quick-Change-Lathe/dp/B071HW2HTF

 

[Ken from ontario]

Does this look liek the same one: https://www.amazon.com.au/Wedge-Type-Quick-Change-Lathe/dp/B071HW2HTF

It could very well be from the same Chinese manufacturer, even if it's not exactly the same set, I would definitely consider buying that set from Amazon.au and avoid paying that $80 . the reviews are also very positive so I'd say go for it.

 

[paul_cpu]

It's also un AU $ so it's $120 cheaper on-top of the $80 postage. Fine you twisted my arm. This is one expensive forum.

 

[mickri]

You could also make a norman style QCTP for a fraction of the cost. That's what I did.

 

[DoubleHelix]

I have an OXA from LMS and like it. I contemplated making one also but since the holders are cheaper that I could make them on my sherline I went ahead on just bought them. If I had a knee mill I would have made a qctp and holders.

 

[paul_cpu]

I ordered it, it will arrive in a few weeks I'll update this thread, thanks for the advice.