[Woodturning] Transverse drilling attachement

[Christophe Mineau]

Hi again,

So, same principle, for the wood lathe :

For this one, I simply drilled a 12mm hole in the simplest tool rest I have, made of a single vertical pole, see the spot tool rest)







Using a little brass pin in the chusk to set up the heigth with the live center :


And not forgetting the drop of oil !



In use.
See also the depth stop, bottom left.


And for this one, as a bonus, you will have a video :
(you will be able to practise your french by the way)

[DIYer]

I like the simplicity of just using an oil hole for this, Christophe. I guess the relatively soft wood particles are not a consideration?

[DIYer]

Thanks Christophe! We've added your Transverse Drilling Attachment to our Woodturning category, as well as to your builder page: Christophe's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Transverse Drilling Attachment by Christophe Mineau

tags: lathe, drilling, turning

[JanKrompan]

Thank you for posting this brilliant idea. I am going to manufacture one for me.