Universal Lathe Stand

Robust Universal Lathe Stand

The Robust Universal Stand is the most adjustable and adaptable small lathe stand on the market.  It goes together with just a 1/2” and 9/16” wrench.  All hardware to assemble the stand and attach the Robust Scout lathe is included. Please watch our Scout video, the first part covers assembling the Universal Stand.

The Robust Scout, a 14” lathe, bolts directly on.  By using an adapter board and user provided hardware, just about any 10-14″ swing lathe should fit. Generally speaking, light weight 16″ lathes, like the older Nova DVR used in some of our pictures, are the limit for the Universal Stand.  Lathes larger should not be used.  If you have questions about the adaptability of your lathe to the stand, please call.

The Universal Stand can raise the lathe up for standing turners (Apr. 38-50” spindle heights) or dropped down and tipped forward  to accommodate a seated turner.  Please note, to change the height after initial assembly requires removing the lathe from the stand and disassembling the legs.

A three-caster set up is available.  Once installed, no tools are needed to engage and disengage the casters.  There are two straight casters that go on the headstock end and one swivel caster that goes on the tailstock end.  In addition, tool racks are built in.