Spiral Apparatus


Overview

A spiral apparatus is used to turn the object as the cutter is moved in one direction on the X axis. The result is a spiral cut.

Additional pictures of this device

Examples of work produced with this device

Examples of this device in use

  • This YouTube video below shows a number of things, including the use of a Spiral Apparatus (around 3:00 into the video).

Usage Notes

How it works

Notes on making one

More Information

Published Articles

Books and Papers

Web Sites

Presentations

  • This YouTube video is about the design, construction, and use of the Spiral Apparatus that Al Collins produced during the past year. The presentation was given by Al at the 2018 Ornamental Turners International Symposium.

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Disclaimer: eMail comments to me at OTBookOfKnowledge @ Gmail.com. The process of woodturning involves the use of tools, machinery and materials which could cause injury or be a health hazard unless proper precautions are taken, including the wearing of appropriate protective equipment.