This DIY mobile lathe stand is a great compact tool cart to add to any shop. It works great for a small lathe (lathe shown in photos is a 12 x 18 lathe) and provides a chisel holder shelf, some cubbies for storing wood turning blanks, and drawers to keep accessories, sandpaper, and extra tools contained.
It’s built from a single sheet of 3/4″ plywood plus a couple small pieces of 1/4″ plywood for the drawer bottoms. The drawers are optional, but add a nice place for extra storage.
Plans include cut list, plywood cut diagram, and step by step instructions with SketchUp drawings. Overall size is approx. 41″ long, 16″ deep, 31″ tall (height varies slightly by your choice of caster wheels).
For instructional video, see:
For project details, see:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-mobile-lathe-stand-with-drawers
| Recommended Tools | Circular saw, Miter saw, jig saw, drill, pocket hole jig, |
| Materials | 1 sheet 3/4" plywood, 2x2 piece 1/4" plywood, caster wheels, drawer slides, 1 1/4" pocket hole screws |
| License | Single Use License, not for professional use |
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Reviews
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I debated whether I should try to build this lathe stand just by watching the video, but then reason set in. At current price of $80 per sheet of 3/4 plywood, one mistake could end up causing you to have to go get another sheet. I bought the plans for the cut list/diagram and to have an easy to follow set of instructions that I could print and take to the shop with me. Best $6 I’ve spent in a long time!
Instructions are easy to follow, accurate and detailed. After I got all of the pieces cut, assembly went very smoothly and before I knew it, we had a new lathe stand with drawers!
Even the drawers went together with no issues! I just KNEW that was going to be tough. Nope!
My wife is very happy with her new set up. Much better than the little stand I put together when we first got the lathe.
The height is just right for us with 3″ casters and the tool rack and 2 drawers for storage is just right for all of our accessories, turning blanks and sanding/finishing stuff.
Mobile and easy to move out of the way when not in use.
Buy this plan and make this stand for your mini lathe! You won’t regret it!
KeggerTx
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