{"product_id":"rikon-70-1516vsrk-new-12-x-16-1-2-vsr-midi-lathe","title":"RIKON 70-1516VSRK New 12\" x 16 1\/2\" VSR MIDI Lathe","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.iron-theme{--black:#0b0b0b;--gray:#6b7280;--red:#c1121f;--red2:#e11d2e;--border:#e5e7eb;--soft:#f8fafc;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:var(--black);max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.7;}.shell{border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:16px;overflow:hidden;background:#fff;box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.08);}.top{padding:24px;} .kicker{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--gray);margin:0 0 8px;}.sub{margin:12px 0 0;font-size:15px;max-width:100ch;}.stripe{height:8px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--red) 0%,var(--red) 70%,var(--red2) 100%);}.content{padding:24px;background:var(--soft);}.card{border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:16px;background:#fff;padding:20px;margin:18px 0;box-shadow:0 8px 22px rgba(0,0,0,.06);}h2{margin:0 0 12px;font-size:19px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:10px;}h2:before{content:\"\";width:10px;height:10px;background:var(--red);border-radius:2px;}ul{margin:0;padding-left:20px;} ul li{margin:8px 0;}table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;}th, td{border:1px solid var(--border);padding:10px;text-align:left;}th{background:#f3f4f6;font-size:12px;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:900;}.callout{border:1px dashed rgba(193,18,31,.5);background:rgba(193,18,31,.06);border-radius:12px;padding:14px;font-size:14px;margin-top:12px;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003csection class=\"iron-theme\" aria-label='RIKON 70-1516VSRK New 12\" x 16 1\/2\" VSR MIDI Lathe'\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"shell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kicker\"\u003eRIKON Power Tools • Lathes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRIKON 70-1516VSRK New 12\" x 16 1\/2\" VSR MIDI Lathe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub\"\u003e12\" x 16.5\" Variable Speed Midi Lathe 70-1516VSR is has been designed to offer features seen on larger industrial lathes. An ideal lathe for novice to professional turners. Designed with a powerful 1.25HP DC motor, electronic variable speed controls, a wide range of operating speeds, digital RPM readout, ample diameter and spindle length turning capacities in forward and reverse drives. Corded control box has a magnetic back that allows it to be moved along the front of thecast iron lathe bed, and positioned where you want it for easiest access when turning. Left, outboard end of the lathe bed is milled to take a special 13-1\/2\" bed extension (70-903 sold separately) to allow outboard turning of diameters up to 15\" . Lathe includes spur center, live center, 3\" faceplate, 6\" tool rest with 1\" diameter post, knock-out bar, wrenches, tool holder and BONUS RIKON's Z3 Woodturning Chuck Kit (71-103)! This professional 4-Jaw Chuck is the perfect size and holding capacity for turning bowls, platters and decorative pieces 10\" to 14\" diameter. Chuck has a direct 1\" x 8TPI RH thread for immediate mounting on your lathe's spindle. Kit includes a set of 2\" (50mm) Jaws, T-Handle Chuck Wrench, Star Wrench, Hex Wrench, Wood Screw and all fasteners needed to start you turning right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stripe\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e70-1516VSRK Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful 1.25HP, 10 Amp, DC Motor provides ample power for all turning needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic variable speed controls, wider range of operating speeds, digital RPM readout for forward and reverse rotation speeds. Magnets on back of the control box allow it to be placed anywhere easily accessible to turners for quick controlling of the lathe speeds or emergency stopping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePivoting belt covers and motor mounting plate with lever cam unlocking-locking for easy access when changing belt speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall-bearing construction for smooth, precise spindle operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined bed and matching components give precise alignment. Plus, the lathe bed has machined ends for adding extensions to increase spindle capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis special edtion Lathe Kit includes RIKON's Z3 4-Jaw Chuck (71-103). This 3-1\/2\" diameter chuck is only about 4 lbs. with direct threading of 1\" x * TPI for mounting on popular midi lathes for turning projects up to 10\" to 14\" diameter!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ3 Chuck Kit includes a set of 2\" (50mm) Jaws, T-Handle Chuck Wrench, Star Wrench, Hex Wrench, Wood Screw and all fasteners needed to start you turning with this professional chuck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e70-1516VSRK Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRIKON\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70-1516VSRK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew 12\" x 16 1\/2\" VSR MIDI Lathe w\/ Brushless Motor and Bonus 4 Jaw Chuck, 50mm Jaws and Wood Screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct dimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e39 x 13.375 x 15.625 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eETL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping carton (L x W x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34.65 x 18.9 x 10.24 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShips via\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGround carrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e814463016269\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item ships by ground carrier. We confirm shipping details with you before your order ships.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout RIKON:\u003c\/strong\u003e RIKON Power Tools, based in North Andover, Massachusetts, supplies woodworking machines, lathes, dust collection, sanders, sharpening systems and the accessories that go with them. Iron Line Tools is an authorized RIKON dealer.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lathes\"\u003eSee all lathes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"RIKON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54029732086125,"sku":"70-1516VSRK","price":949.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/6996\/6445\/files\/70-1516vsrk-1-1080.jpg?v=1790109037","url":"https:\/\/ironlinetools.com\/products\/rikon-70-1516vsrk-new-12-x-16-1-2-vsr-midi-lathe","provider":"Iron Line Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}