Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #20314 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Vega
• Model: D-36

Features

• Controls are located for fast and easy operation
• Works on all lathe's with 9" to 30" swings
• Low friction bearing materials
• Rapid stock removal with minimum vibration
• Cutter may be controlled by hand, by adjustable spring tension or a combination of the two

From the Manufacturer
The Vega D-36 36-Inch Professional Lathe Duplicator employs the well proven design principal of the professional model, including fast set up, excellent accuracy in duplication, convenience of controls and easy adjustments, makes duplication of turning fast, easy and fun. A video tape is included showing set-up, making turnings and templates, maintenance and helpful tips on using the duplicator. Attachment mounts are included that will make it easily attachable to nearly all 10-inch and 12-inch swing lathes.

Customer Reviews

36 inch Pro Lathe Duplicator
I was very happy with the duplication of this machine. However the video and the written instructions that were included were terrible. The video was made in 1990 and it shows an out of date assembly method. I watched the out of focus video and muffled sound for about 5 minutes. The video was no help on how the machine is put together. The written instructions were no better. The print is small and it does not show where to install all the parts that were given. The manufacturer needs at least a full color photo so you can have some kind of idea where things go. That being said I would still recommend this duplicator even though setting it up was time consuming. You can e-mail me at mccormickwoodworking.com if you need any help setting yours up. Andy McCormick

My 36" Professional Lathe Duplicator
The Vega D-36 - 36" Professional Lathe Duplicator was a very good choice for me. I had an old bed post leg that was splitting and breaking apart. I read all the instructions, set up the tool, put the leg on the duplicator and made an exact match the first time. I feel like the other review given the diamond V tool would have been the best, which I am going to purchase one soon.
The speed chain to move the head is a so much better than a web belt found on the Delta's Lathe Duplicator. All of the other add on tool accessories are great, especially the router attachment which I can see potential in my shop.

Good Choice
Purchased the duplicator through Tool Crib. The duplicator and all its parts are top quality. I am an amateur on the lathe but was able to produce some very good turnings with this product. The duplicator was very easy to install on my lathe. My only gripe would be that the instructions could have been better for both operation and template construction. I am still in a learning mode, but this product is not that difficult to use. Just keep the bit sharp and the lathe speed correct.