Colvin Tools

MDF Rose Engine Lathe
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This web link outlines what you need to buy or build to make an MDF Rose Engine Lathe 2.0.

MDF Rose Engine Lathe
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Kits

Base System Kit $ 800

Pololu Tic-based Kit $ 550
Upgrade Pololu Tic to ELFOS $ 1,150

This video overviews the two controls kit options, and attempts to show the differences.


Overhead Drive Kit $ 355

Components

Drill Spindle $ 200

Spindle Parts

Spindle with Morse Taper #2, with draw bar and 1”-8 adapter $ 350
Main Pulley Flange $ 78
Phase Pin $ 4

Headstock Parts

Bunge Button & associated parts $ 40
Pivot Points $ 66
ading Wedge & associated parts $ 41
Oilers, 3D-printed with screws $ 50
Bronze Flanged Sleeve Bearings, drilled for oilers $ 40

Stepper Motor Drive Parts

Spindle Pulley, 108 tooth, machined, not 3D printed $ 80
Stepper Motor Pulley, 12 tooth $ 20
Spindle Drive Belt $ 29
Stepper Motor Mounting Plate Assembly $ 250
Stepper Motor Endcap & GX-16 Jack $ 25