Lathe splash guard surround DIY?

[umnik]

Most of modern new lathes comes with splash guard surround. I got old used lathe which does not have one from the beginning, so I want to make it.
Did anybody make one? I'd like to get some inspirational pictures and which material to use and where to get one from?

 

[talvare]

I made one for my lathe. Constructed a frame from steel angle then attached aluminum panels with screws. Constructed a couple of shelves as part of the framework and used expanded metal for the shelf surfaces. Also included a fluorescent lamp. Photos attached.

Ted

 

[umnik]

Ted, that is very neat set up. I am impressed, will keep in mind for my design.

 

[Iron-Iceberg]

Here is how I did mine.

Built a backsplash for my Clausing late.

After using the lathe for a few months I had a pile of chips behind the lathe to clean up and an oil stripe 4’ up the wall. Another problem was the high bays in the shop didn’t really have enough light for me to see good. So I decided to build a splash for it, with a little space for some...

www.hobby-machinist.com

 

[Suzuki4evr]

I made one for my lathe. Constructed a frame from steel angle then attached aluminum panels with screws. Constructed a couple of shelves as part of the framework and used expanded metal for the shelf surfaces. Also included a fluorescent lamp. Photos attached.

Ted

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Very very nicely done. I like the lighting idea for extra light. I suppose the aluminum helps alot with light reflection too? Really nice. I also like the covering behind the chuck,but is it not in the way when tightening and loosening?

 

[talvare]

Very very nicely done. I like the lighting idea for extra light. I suppose the aluminum helps alot with light reflection too? Really nice. I also like the covering behind the chuck,but is it not in the way when tightening and loosening?

Thanks for the kind words. You are correct about the light reflection. I constructed the plate behind the chuck and the two piece plexiglass door to help control coolant. Without these measures I always had an oil stripe up my chest as well as on the floor and ceiling. I made an extension about 8" long from 3/4" diameter CRS with a 5/8" hex on one end an a square drive on the other end to fit the D1 spindle cams so I can use a ratchet wrench with a 5/8 socket to install or remove chucks. Works out well.

Ted

 

[Suzuki4evr]

Well I like it Ted. Nice job