Microlathe - The Parametric, Printable Lathe

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Microlathe is a DIY Dremel-powered woodturning/watchmaker's lathe printable and bolted together using leftover M3 nuts and bolts from a Makerbot, along with a 608 bearing and an 8mm spring to fit the bearing-end. As it is parametric, Microlathe allows for customization of shared traits like the radius of the bolt plates via Global Parameters script. However, due to limited space, printing a larger version may be challenging for a Makerbot. The project is still in development, with future revisions aiming to do away with the "Spine" of the Lathe and improve tolerances. Assembling Microlathe requires several sets of M3 bolts of varying lengths, and careful handling is advised due to the use of a Dremel and Makerbot. Safety precautions such as wearing goggles are recommended, and the creator takes no responsibility for personal harm or property damage caused by its usage.