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Other Links and Articles
Other Links and articles
An example of cutting plan for a log section to create blanks for different turning projects. The pith is normally removed since it typically cracks the most as the log section dries. Click on the image for a larger picture.
Log section cutting plan
A chart of the pressure generated on a turning by a vacuum of different strength and turning of different diameters. It is possible to generate so much force on the turning than it will implode. Click on the image for a larger picture.
If you are interested in the names of the various traditional shapes on spindles – coves, beads, ogee etc., this drawing has all the names.
If you are interested in making some of your own tools and are confused by the many terms and codes for steel, this may help.
If you are interested in Metal Spinning, some sources and additional information. The article includes a link to the March 2015 demonstration by Ted Sokolowski for pictures from the demonstration.
Getting Started with Metal Spinning
In depth article on many aspects of sandpaper, grits, weight of backing, etc.
Good article on deciphering abrasive grits for sharpening gear
PDF chart in above article comparing different standard for grit numbering
Grit numbering cross reference
An excellent reference by Stephen Hatcher to get started with inlaying using minerals or metals. The article includes descriptions and source links.
Inlaid Woodturning – Material Suppliers
Doug Thompson turning tool sharpening page which now has a video of Doug explaining how he sharpens his toos and his recommendation of grind angles.
The picture in Dougs Sharpening Guide is the OneWay Varigrind jig showing Dougs recommendation for setting the angle of the arm on this jig. Not easy to find information on how to set this angle :
Doug Thompson Sharpening Guide PDF
For those who liked the PBS Woodturning videos by Tim Yoder, Woodturning Workshop, He is now teaming up with Popular Woodworking and producing videos again. They are free to watch on your computer and can be found at :
A good reference site for information about wood. The first site I found with a good explanation of the difference between hard maple and soft maple.
If you are looking to identify a piece of wood, this site has the largest collection of highly detailed wood samples. The site is based on the species, so you have to guess at a species to compare.
Examples of how to mount work on the lathe from Doc Greens book “Fixtures and Chucks for Woodturning.
Woodturners Resource site Segment Calculator for segmented turnings :
Woodturners Resource Segment Calculator
Woodturners Resource site Wood Vaporizer article :
Graeme Priddle style wood vaporizer article
One of the Hawaii wood turning clubs has a good article on traditional Hawaii bowls. Worth a look if interested in this style of bowl.
Traditional Hawaiian bowls article
Betty Scarpino article on using Liming Wax to enhance grain in the wood.