12" Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL) - Nicholson, Cooper Tools

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Nicholson, Cooper Tools
• Model Number: 7688
• Product Name: 12" Flat Long Angle Lathe (LAL)
• Tool Type: Woodturning Chisel
• Weight: 1 lbs

Key Features

• Flat Cutting Profile: Engineered for broad, consistent contact with wood, facilitating stable and even cuts across surfaces.
• Long Angle Bevel: Designed to produce a fine shearing action, crucial for superior surface quality and reduced tear-out during woodturning.
• 12-Inch Length: Provides optimal reach and leverage, enhancing control and maneuverability for various lathe operations.
• Robust Construction: Manufactured by Nicholson, Cooper Tools, ensuring durability and sustained performance in demanding professional and hobbyist woodturning environments.

Applications

• Precision Woodturning: Primarily utilized as a woodturning chisel for shaping and refining various wooden forms on a lathe.
• Surface Smoothing: Ideal for achieving exceptionally smooth and clean surfaces on spindle work, bowls, and other turned items.
• Shearing Cuts: Excels in making clean, controlled shearing cuts, which are essential for reducing grain tear-out and preparing wood for finishing.
• Controlled Material Removal: Suitable for efficient and precise removal of wood, aiding in the accurate shaping of projects.

Benefits

• Achieve Superior Finishes: The unique long angle and flat profile work together to deliver exceptionally smooth surfaces, significantly reducing the need for extensive post-turning sanding.
• Enhanced Control for Detailed Work: Provides woodturners with a stable and precise cutting edge, allowing for intricate shaping and fine detail on delicate pieces.
• Increased Efficiency in the Workshop: Facilitates faster, cleaner material removal, saving time and effort during the turning process.
• Dependable Durability: Built to withstand the rigors of woodturning, offering a long-lasting lathe tool that maintains its edge and performance over time.
• Versatile Performance: A valuable woodturning tool adaptable for a wide range of applications, from initial shaping to final detailing on a wood lathe.