Manufacturer | WEN |
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Part Number | 3421 |
Item Weight | 44.7 pounds |
Package Dimensions | 27.48 x 13.35 x 7.99 inches |
Item model number | 3421 |
Style | 3.2-Amp Lathe |
Pattern | Lathe |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Included Components | 8-Inch by 12-Inch Lathe, 2.3-inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper, and two interchangeable tool rests |
Batteries Required? | No |
WEN 3421 3.2-Amp 8" by 12" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe
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- Perfect for pens, bowls, cups, chess pieces, and other small workpieces
- Fits workpieces up to 12 inches long and 8 inches wide
- 3.2-Amp motor provides over 50% more power than most 8-inch wood lathes
- Adjust the soft start variable speed motor anywhere from 750 to 3200 RPM
- Features a 2.3-Inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper, and two interchangeable tool rests
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Value for money | 3.7 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Tech Support | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.3 | — | 4.5 |
Easy to use | 4.2 | 4.2 | — | 4.7 | 4.2 | — |
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From the manufacturer
WEN 3421 3.2-Amp 8" by 12" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe
Maximize the Ability of Your Existing Wood Lathe
You will now easily be able to fit work pieces up to 12 inches long and 8 inches wide with the WEN 3421 3.2-Amp 8" by 12" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe. The minimal design is ideal for pens, bowls, cups, chess pieces, and other small work pieces. You will be able to take on larger projects around your home with this tool.
Straightforward, Sturdy and Easy to Operate
With a stunning build quality, the WEN 3421 3.2-Amp 8" by 12" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe provides sturdy frame for various work pieces. Made from cast iron, features a 2.3 inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper and two interchangeable tool rests for added versatility.
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ASIN | B07ZG9VTT2 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #64,530 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #1 in Power Wood Lathes |
Date First Available | October 22, 2019 |
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Remember when you could turn your own pens? Fill your house with as many pens as you can with the WEN 8-inch by 12-inch variable speed mini wood Lathe. Adjust the variable speed anywhere from 750 to 3200 rotations per minute. The WEN 8-inch by 12-inch variable speed Benchtop wood Lathe features an MT1 spindle and Tailstock taper to tightly grip workpieces, two tool rests (4-1/2 inch and 7 inch) to provide needed support for chisels and tools during operation, and a 3.2-Amp motor to keep things turning. The easy-to-use Lever clamping system makes adjustments to both the tool rest and the Tailstock simple and precise. The WEN wood Lathe also includes a flat wrench, a headstock spur center, A Tailstock cup center, A knockout rod and a 2.3-Inch faceplate for non-spindle work pieces. And, because its a WEN product. a nationwide network of skilled service technicians and a friendly customer help line. Remember when you could turn pens, chess pieces and more? Remember WEN.
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Customers like the performance and ease of use of the woodworking lathe. They mention that it works well in wood and plastics, and is relatively easy to learn with. That said, some complain about the power. Opinions are mixed on quality, value, and speed.
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Customers like the performance of the tool. For example, they mention it works well for small projects, is great for beginners, and is capable of making some great things. Some say the machine runs fine.
"...Other than that, it seems very usable for small projects...." Read more
"...Setup was easy, and it has proven to be a very capable machine for small items like pens, salt and pepper shakers, and projects of that size...." Read more
"Not a bad bench top lathe, runs fine, and probably good for a beginner, but it is quite underpowered, not nearly enough torque in the motor, and..." Read more
"...This machine does that very well...." Read more
Customers find the tool relatively easy to learn with, set up, and use. They also say the instructions are adequate. Customers also say it's perfect for beginner woodworkers and the best value for money. They mention that it'll go on the lathe with no issue.
"This machine was everything that I hoped it would be. Easy to use and does everything that Amazon said it would do...." Read more
"...so far for gifts, they came out really nice and the lathe was super easy to setup and use...." Read more
"...Ease of use is pretty good as well. Its not complicated, just go for it and you will figure it out as you go.The negative-..." Read more
"This is an ideal lathe for a beginner...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the tools. Some mention that it's well built, reliable, and not a weak machine. They also say it'll be excellent for beginners. However, others say they've had issues with parts of the machine breaking for no apparent reason. Some customers say the knockout rod completely broke and the output shaft broke off at the motor.
"...Excellent piece of machinery for the price and it's not a weak machine. Very happy with this and now it's time to buy some chucks!..." Read more
"...TL/DR****It is a lathe, it does spin wood. But material quality is lacking...." Read more
"...it was more than adequate for the job I needed it for... it's a pretty capable unit." Read more
"...And the 'knockout rod' completely broke. But we're adaptable tinkerers and we find a way. I use a 5/16 wrench to tighten the tool rest down...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the tool. Some mention it's absolutely amazing value for the money, surprisingly well made for the cost, and doesn't take up much bench space. However, others say that it'll not worth the money. They mention that the product is cheap, with a cheap plastic cover where the switch and wires are.
"...Excellent piece of machinery for the price and it's not a weak machine. Very happy with this and now it's time to buy some chucks!..." Read more
"...This definitely seems affordable, but when you consider you will end up having to buy replacement parts that will probably give out soon as well,..." Read more
"The lathe is cheap, but it punches slightly above its weight for that price...." Read more
"...don't make "cheap" tools, they make "basic" tools - high quality, low price, only the features you need." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the tool. Some mention that the variable speed is awesome, smooth, and true, while others say that the motor would just slow down to speeds not capable of doing any turning work. Some say that it stalls if they try to take too deep of a cut, and that the spindle doesn't turn fast enough.
"...By far the nicest feature is the adjustable speed and overall size. If you have a small worksurface this is a great option...." Read more
"...Yes, the reviews are right- the motor stalls on aggressive cuts. I'm a beginner and that's why I decided to buy THIS lathe...." Read more
"...The action is smooth, the ways seem flat and parallel, and the variable speed control is a delight to use...." Read more
"...Quiet, spins fast..... I added the drill chuck. It does what I bought it for. So yay...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the power of the tool. They mention that the motor is underpowered, weak, and does not work well. Some say that the tool is great for surface removal but not for hollowing out items.
"...Obviously the motor isn't a stong as a commercial unit but it was more than adequate for the job I needed it for... it's a pretty capable unit." Read more
"...This late does not have the power have a forstner bit on the tailstock, even at the lowest speeds on any sort of hardwoods...." Read more
"...Its not that powerful, the working area is very narrow, and the tailstock effectively moves less than an inch...." Read more
"...lathe, runs fine, and probably good for a beginner, but it is quite underpowered, not nearly enough torque in the motor, and really only good for..." Read more
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Obviously the motor isn't a stong as a commercial unit but it was more than adequate for the job I needed it for... it's a pretty capable unit.
****TL/DR****
It is a lathe, it does spin wood. But material quality is lacking. It'll be alright if you only use it on occasion for very small projects (pens), but nothing larger. Over time you will prob want a different one anyways.
The good-
I have made around 30 or so pens on it, and for that, it works 100%. Ease of use is pretty good as well. Its not complicated, just go for it and you will figure it out as you go.
The negative-
I don't recommend doing anything larger than a small pen holder/cup on it. It is really lacking on power and it does not cope with the weight of wood blocks very well, *lots* of vibrations.
This late does not have the power have a forstner bit on the tailstock, even at the lowest speeds on any sort of hardwoods. Even smaller ones such as 5/8 struggle and will most likely just burn the wood.
The worst-
The orange handle things that you use to tighten or loosen are made of a soft metal, even when being gentle they will strip out on you and you will have to figure out some jury-rigged option because you wont be able to actually lock down the tool rest anymore ect.
Yes, the reviews are right- the motor stalls on aggressive cuts. I'm a beginner and that's why I decided to buy THIS lathe. Aggressive/bad cuts happen when learning this skill. I found it was much safer to have the motor stall on me rather than have a bad catch or a tool ripped out of my hand!
I did buy the additional 4" chuck that makes life easier. It was about another $50. (See attached picture)
1-year later
And it's been just over a year since I bought this lathe. It's not a lathe built to last. The metal is soft so the tighteners have rounded quite a bit. And the 'knockout rod' completely broke. But we're adaptable tinkerers and we find a way. I use a 5/16 wrench to tighten the tool rest down. I also found a metal rod in a similar diameter to the broken 'knockout rod' that was provided. The lathe also started to rust very early after purchase even covered with a canvas tarp. But rust can be managed.
I recommend this lathe to any beginner. It's great for your starter needs. You'll want to upgrade to other lathes if you stick with wood turning.
Have fun creating!
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2022
Yes, the reviews are right- the motor stalls on aggressive cuts. I'm a beginner and that's why I decided to buy THIS lathe. Aggressive/bad cuts happen when learning this skill. I found it was much safer to have the motor stall on me rather than have a bad catch or a tool ripped out of my hand!
I did buy the additional 4" chuck that makes life easier. It was about another $50. (See attached picture)
1-year later
And it's been just over a year since I bought this lathe. It's not a lathe built to last. The metal is soft so the tighteners have rounded quite a bit. And the 'knockout rod' completely broke. But we're adaptable tinkerers and we find a way. I use a 5/16 wrench to tighten the tool rest down. I also found a metal rod in a similar diameter to the broken 'knockout rod' that was provided. The lathe also started to rust very early after purchase even covered with a canvas tarp. But rust can be managed.
I recommend this lathe to any beginner. It's great for your starter needs. You'll want to upgrade to other lathes if you stick with wood turning.
Have fun creating!
A lot of projects can be turned on this lathe.
The first one of these that I had, the motor burned up. My best guess is that I put it under too much load thinking that it could do more than it could.
The company was very responsive and decided to send me a brand new unit. I thought that this was excellent customer service.
I have probably turned 50 items on this lathe with absolutely no problems so far. I feel like it will provide a long service life if it is not having to turn extremely large work.
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Reviewed in Mexico on February 18, 2021
Reviewed in Australia on May 24, 2021
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