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Carba-Tec 4SE 1/4HP Variable Speed Mini Lathe

Item #: CML4SE
$229.95
Reg. Price: $269.95
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The Worldwide Favorite Lathe For Pen Making. The Carba-Tec 4SE Variable Speed Mini Lathe

Worldwide, the Carba-Tec lathe has been a favorite lathe for pen makers for over 15 years. The Carba-Tec was the first mini lathe sold in the U.S - and over the years new generations of technology have created the Carba-Tec 4SE, the ultimate lathe for pen making.

Features and benefits:

  • Portable at only 37 pounds
  • Smooth & powerful variable speed motor
  • Headstock: 3/4" x 16tpi with #1MT
  • Solid cast iron construction
  • Tailstock spindle #1MT
  • 6" swing over bed
  • Overall size: 25" x 4-3/4" x 10-1/2"
  • 12-1/2" between centers
  • 2-step motor pulley
  • 1/4HP, 400-4500RPM
  • 3/8" bore through holes on headstock & tailstock
  • Oversized headstock ball bearings

Purchase includes extras (worth over $65): 

  • 3" Toolrest and mount
  • 2" faceplate
  • #1MT Live Tailstock Center with interchangeable cup
  • Extra belt
  • Knockout bar
  • 45 Minute Instructional Pen Making DVD
Style: Mini Lathe, Variable Speed
Horsepower: 1/4 HP
Brand: Carba-Tec
Volts: 100V
Footprint: 25" x 4.75
Pulley Steps: 2
Speed (RPM): 400-4500 Variable Speed
Headstock Thread: 3/4" x 16tpi
Headstock Taper: #1MT
Tailstock Taper: #1MT
Distance between Centers: 12.5"
Swing over Bed: 6"
Tool Post Diameter: 1/2"
Extension Bed Available: N
Category: Mini Lathes
  • Package Weight: 44.00 pounds
  • Shipping Charge: $24 shipping for ground service
  • Packing: Item is shipped in its own box.

Note: Above shipping policies apply to Continental US only. We will call or email to advise you of shipping policies to other locations.

Average Customer Review: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 7 Reviews

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5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Carba Tec lathe
Reviewer: Marvin Huey (Lawrence, KS)
Submitted: 9.8.2009

This is the third Carba Tec lathe we've purchased and we're pleased with every one of them. The new one is drastically quieter than the older ones that required a separate motor. Thanks for a great lathe!

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 new lathe
Reviewer: Cindy Kinard (Kissimmee, FL)
Submitted: 6.10.2009

The perfect lathe for new turners. small and light, but beefy enough to get the job done.

4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Carba-Tec Mini Lathe
Reviewer: John Boutin (Kelowna, BC)
Submitted: 5.8.2009

The lathe worked well right out of the box. Plenty of torque for a small lathe. I turned some pens and some childs tops and it performs better than I expected. The vents for the control box are on the top permitting dust and chips to enter, not good. I installed a shield above to deflect the chips. A totally enclosed control box with an external heat sink would have been better. The tool post was not machined round. The drop forging left a vertical ridge on the post which causes the tool holder to misalign when tightning the tool holder with the handle. The threaded hole to accept the screws Item 47 were loaded with over spray red paint. Easy to fix if like me you have the proper tap. I bought the lathe to take with me in my RV to continue my hobby on the road. The lathe is exactly what I wanted and will afford me many hours of pleasure.

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Carba-Tec Lathe
Reviewer: Al Benoliel (Bellevue, WA)
Submitted: 3.10.2009

I bought my Carba-Tec Tec 4SE based on my experience using a friend's machine, so I knew what to expect. I am very pleased.

5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Very happy. Works great!
Reviewer: Karen Lowrance (Parkersburg, IL)
Submitted: 6.3.2008

I just got this lathe last month and have been making pens and pencils ever since. I've never used a lathe before and I really like it. It runs smooth and quiet, and the cast iron construction makes it very stable, yet is not too heavy for me to move when needed. Making pens is simple, fun and impressive! I'm very happy with it - works great.

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