--- product_id: 48067255 title: "33893 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe , Blue" brand: "draper" price: "467390 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Draper" url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/48067255-33893-250w-variable-speed-metal-work-lathe-blue store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # Metric graduated precision scales 250W variable speed power NVR safety switch & cutting guards 33893 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe , Blue **Brand:** draper **Price:** 467390 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Elevate your metalwork game with precision and power—don’t get left behind! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 33893 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe , Blue by draper - **How much does it cost?** 467390 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/48067255-33893-250w-variable-speed-metal-work-lathe-blue) ## Best For - draper enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted draper brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Power Meets Control:** 250W variable speed motor lets you tailor performance for every project. - • **Versatile Threading:** Supports powered cutting for both right and left hand threads—expand your craft. - • **Safety First, Always:** Equipped with a mounted NVR switch and cutting guards for worry-free operation. - • **Ready for Industrial Use:** Self-centring three-jaw chuck designed for small industrial units and serious makers. - • **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Metric graduated scales ensure exact measurements for flawless metalwork. ## Overview The Draper 33893 is a robust 250W variable speed metal lathe featuring metric graduated scales for precision, a mounted NVR safety switch with cutting guards, and a self-centring three-jaw chuck. Designed for small industrial units, it supports powered cutting of right and left hand threads, making it a versatile and reliable choice for professional-grade metalworking projects. ## Description Shop Draper 33893 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe , Blue. Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more. Review: Must be bolted to bench - Well set up on delivery no slack in handles gibs seem to of been already set righ,t tail stock bolt set up needs improving will make up a lever set up for it .overall happy with the build quality Review: Needs to be stripped and serviced - For the price (absolute bargain recently) this cannot be faulted. However, it needs a deal of time and effort to make it work as well as it can as quality control is not its best feature. The chicken fat grease applied to much of the machine needs to be stripped off (using a suitable solvent, I used isopropyl alcohol) which means that the machine virtually needs to be stripped to ensure it is clean and can then be lubricated. This ensures that tight or sloppy joints can be remedied and everything checked over. Most users recommend this but it's not in the instructions. I do have one problem with a noisy gearbox and possibly tight gearing (some are nylon so may have burrs). The high/low gearing lever also didn't fully engage properly leading to other noise but once I'd discovered this it worked much better. I haven't stripped the gearbox as this is a big job but suspect that it must be done. So what? A great machine for the price, no sloppy joints at all and arrived packed in a VERY stable and protected plywood box (weighing 40Kg so may well have been thrown around on its journey from China). If you take the time and trouble to service the machine and thoroughly check and de-grease it you will not regret buying it. Other reviewers, I suspect, have expected a machine usable straight from the box. Unfortunately it comes with no cutting tools, nor a chuck for the tailstock so these will need to be bought separately. Recommended if a good price compared to elsewhere. ## Features - Fitted with metric graduated scales - A mounted NVR switch and cutting guards - Supplied with a self-centring three-jaw chuck - Designed for small industrial units - Powered cutting facility for right and left hand threads ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005OJ9HSS | | Batteries Required? | No | | Batteries included? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | 76,147 in Business, Industry & Science ( See Top 100 in Business, Industry & Science ) 25 in Benchtop Lathes | | Colour | Blue | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (13) | | Date First Available | 20 Sept. 2011 | | Included Components | 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Item Weight | 42 kg | | Item model number | 33893 | | Manufacturer | Draper | | Material | Metal | | Measurement System | Metric | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Part Number | 33893 | | Plug format | G – 3 pin British | | Power Source | Hand Powered | | Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 cm; 42 kg | | Voltage | 230 Volts | | Wattage | 250 watts | ## Images ![33893 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe , Blue - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61BK1XL1BgL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is the distance between centres please?** A: 300mm if using a dead centre. If you want a live centre in the tailstock, you'll likely only get up to 200mm. **Q: What is the swing over the bed and canyou fit a 4 jaw chuck?** A: The maximum you can turn is 150mm as there is 75mm from the centre to the lathe bed. I am not sure if a four jaw chuck is available you will have to ask Draper **Q: How powerful is the motor** A: 250Watt Powerful enough for general use. I have not stretched it to it's limits. This lathe is accurate and well built, ideal for my use which is model engineering. **Q: does this lathe have automatic feed setting?** A: yes but only on the along the lathe bed but not on the crossfeed ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must be bolted to bench *by P***S on 22 January 2026* Well set up on delivery no slack in handles gibs seem to of been already set righ,t tail stock bolt set up needs improving will make up a lever set up for it .overall happy with the build quality ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Needs to be stripped and serviced *by D***N on 6 June 2024* For the price (absolute bargain recently) this cannot be faulted. However, it needs a deal of time and effort to make it work as well as it can as quality control is not its best feature. The chicken fat grease applied to much of the machine needs to be stripped off (using a suitable solvent, I used isopropyl alcohol) which means that the machine virtually needs to be stripped to ensure it is clean and can then be lubricated. This ensures that tight or sloppy joints can be remedied and everything checked over. Most users recommend this but it's not in the instructions. I do have one problem with a noisy gearbox and possibly tight gearing (some are nylon so may have burrs). The high/low gearing lever also didn't fully engage properly leading to other noise but once I'd discovered this it worked much better. I haven't stripped the gearbox as this is a big job but suspect that it must be done. So what? A great machine for the price, no sloppy joints at all and arrived packed in a VERY stable and protected plywood box (weighing 40Kg so may well have been thrown around on its journey from China). If you take the time and trouble to service the machine and thoroughly check and de-grease it you will not regret buying it. Other reviewers, I suspect, have expected a machine usable straight from the box. Unfortunately it comes with no cutting tools, nor a chuck for the tailstock so these will need to be bought separately. Recommended if a good price compared to elsewhere. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ small metal working Lathe *by R***N on 13 March 2013* Draper 33893 metal working Lathe. For the price a well made lathe which although small in size is coping very well with everthing I have tried so far in my opinion good value for money. ## Frequently Bought Together - Draper 33893 250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe , Blue - Lathe Turning Tool Set, 12mm Shank 7 Pieces Carbide Turning Tool, Metal Lathe Tools Holder for Turning Grooving Threading, Carbide Inserts Turning Insert, Woodturning Power Lathe Accessories --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/48067255-33893-250w-variable-speed-metal-work-lathe-blue](https://www.desertcart.is/products/48067255-33893-250w-variable-speed-metal-work-lathe-blue) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-05-11*