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Grizzly 7 x 12in. Metal Lathe, G8688

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Grizzly 7 x 12in. Metal Lathe, G8688

4.746 Reviews

Item # 229412899

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A great starter lathe offered at an incredibly low price! Powered by a 1/3 HP motor, the 7" x 12" Mini Metal Lathe cuts right-handed and left-handed threads while easily fitting on your bench so you can machine your own parts.

The G8688 is equipped with features found on larger lathes including inch and metric dials, a turret tool post, and 3" three-jaw chuck with external jaws.

The variable speed spindle control allows you to quickly set the spindle speed within the available range of 0–2500 RPM.

The chip tray and splash guard on the spindle keeps debris contained.

Like all Grizzly lathes, the G8688 comes with a 1-year warranty. Parts for the lathe may be available online and shipped from the Grizzly parts warehouse in Springfield, MO.

The complete and easy-to-read G8688 manual was written by our U.S.-based Technical Documentation Department and is packed with useful information. The complete and easy-to-read manual makes it easier to assemble and maintain your lathe.

Made in an ISO 9001 factory

SPECIFICATIONS: FEATURES:
  • Variable-speed spindle
  • 16-TPI reversible leadscrew
  • Cuts RH and LH threads
  • Forward and reverse in all speeds
  • Chip tray and backsplash
  • Thread dial indicator
  • Inch and metric handwheel graduations
INCLUDES:
  • 3" 3-Jaw chuck with external jaws
  • 6-1/4"Face plate
  • Steady rest
  • Four-position turret post
  • Complete set of change gears
  • MT#2 dead center
  • Service wrenches

Need help?

We offer U.S.-based customer service and technical support to get your questions answered and help keep your equipment running in top condition.



    For additional information on this product, please see the Product Documents section for all downloadable user manuals, installation guides, brochures and warranty statements.

    Looking for more information on tools? Check out our guide on essential woodworking power tools in the product documents section.

    • Motor: 1/3 HP, 110V, single-phase 2.8A
    • Swing over bed: 7"
    • Swing over cross slide: 2-1/8"
    • Distance between centers: 12"
    • Bed width: 3-1/4"
    • Spindle speed: Variable, 100-2500 RPM
    • Spindle bore: 0.78" (20mm)
    • Chuck bore: 0.645"
    • Spindle taper: MT#3
    • Tailstock taper: MT#2
    • Tailstock barrel travel: 2-1/2"
    • Cross slide travel: 2-3/4"
    • Compound travel: 2-3/4"
    • Footprint: 8-3/4" x 27-3/4"
    • Overall dimensions: 27-3/4" W x 11-1/2" D x 12"H
    • Approximate shipping weight: 90 lbs.

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      Wisconsin
      Review 1

      Well worth the extra money.

      2 months ago
      Found everything in perfect condition. After removing the shipping protectant reassembled the lathe and found everything adjusted so I could start working without readjusting like I had to do with my Harbor Freight 7 X 12. Glad I spent the extra money for the better lathe.
      SweepstakesYes

      Yes, I recommend this product.

      Response from Grizzly Customer Service:
      2 months ago
      Grizzly Customer Service
      We’re glad to hear everything arrived in perfect condition and the setup went smoothly. It’s great the lathe was properly adjusted right out of the box. We appreciate you choosing us and are happy to hear the upgrade has been worth it. Enjoy your time in the shop!
      Texas City, Texas
      Review 1

      Easy to use, built very well.

      2 years ago
      Bought this lathe about 15 years ago and still love it for part making. I have turned steel but aluminum is a lot easier with this machine....

      Yes, I recommend this product.

      Originally posted on grizzly.com

      Response from grizzly.com:
      2 years ago
      Grizzly Customer Experience Team
      It's great to hear that the lathe has proven to be durable and reliable over the years. Your feedback is valuable and we appreciate your loyalty as a customer.
      Review 1

      weak

      4 years ago
      I bought this last Jan 5 and delivered on Jan 25, first day used for about 3 hrs the gears on gearbox strip right away. Grizzly send me a warranty spare parts but I have to figure out how to change the gears instead sending out the whole machine.

      Originally posted on grizzly.com

      Review 1

      Great except

      4 years ago
      I bought this April 5, 2021 and it arrived with a broken cover part number P8688053 which was ordered on order number 10548662 5/17/21 and as of today they tell me it's still on backorder

      Originally posted on grizzly.com