Benefits of Flat Tool Rest for Woodturners
Cathy Harrison
Scraper Tool Rest Platform
with Post and Clamping Collar
Benefits for woodturners in reducing tool vibrations (from enhanced tool support from a flat tool rest) while turning:
- Improved surface finish
- greater precision
- enhanced tool control
- increased confidence
- less fatigue
- longer tool life
- Feel the difference! Carbide tools combined with a flat tool rest reduce vibration, making woodturning easier on your hands, arms, and shoulders.
- A flat tool rest and carbide tools reduce vibrations and improve control, so you can create with confidence
- Ready to take the frustration out of woodturning? Combine carbide tools with a flat tool rest for smooth cuts, stable tools, and beautiful results—every time.
How to use the Quick-Adjust Height Spacers:
- Set tool rest height using the Simple Parting Tool (SPT)
- Blue Spacer = 0.150" height adjustment for most tools including Simple Scrapers
- Red Spacer = 0.080" height adjustment for taller tools such as the Simple 55° Detailer (S55D)
No need to stop and adjust the locking collar,
simple add the correct spacer to keep your tools at the correct height.
