Grizzly Industrial G8688 Mini Metal Lathe 7x12 in
- 7 inch swing, 12 inches between centers
- 1 HP motor, 110 V
- 0 to 1100 and 0 to 2500 RPM speed ranges
- MT#3 spindle nose, MT#2 tailstock
- 20 mm spindle bore, 16 mm chuck bore
- 89.8 lb
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A bench mini metal lathe for small turning jobs with two speed ranges and Morse taper tooling. The included tools are described only as tools.
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ASIN: B0000DCZ7DModel: G8688Category: Metalworking Tools
Overview
Turning small metal parts is the job of this Grizzly mini lathe, which swings a small workpiece over the bed. Two speed ranges, a Morse taper spindle and a cross-slide cover common turning work.
The compact bed size and the dual speed ranges suit a hobby shop with limited bench space. The description trails off in the spec list and the included tools are not itemized.
Who it's for
A hobby machinist who works on small parts and has the bench space will find the capacities matched. Shops that need bigger stock, or a full list of included tooling, should look at a larger lathe.
Pros and cons
- Two speed ranges
- Morse taper spindle and tailstock
- Variable speed within each range
- Imperial and metric measurement
- Included tools not itemized
- Spec list truncated
Performance notes
Swing over the bed limits the largest diameter that fits, and the distance between centers limits the length. The speed ranges set surface speed for different materials, and the tool bit size limits how heavy a cut the cross-slide can hold.
Specifications
| Brand | Grizzly |
|---|---|
| Model | G8688 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum tool bit size | 5/16 inch |
| Item weight | 89.8 pounds |
| Dimensions | 13 x 30.25 x 13 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | Low 0-1100 RPM, high 0-2500 RPM |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Horsepower | 1 hp |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Tools |
| Other details | |
| Swing over bed | 7 inches |
| Distance between centers | 12 inches |
| Spindle bore | 20 mm |
| Spindle nose taper | MT #3 |
| Tailstock taper | MT #2 |
| Tailstock travel | 2-1/2 inches |
| Cross-slide travel | 2-3/4 inches |
| Included chuck bore | 16 mm |
| Measurement System | both |
| Style | Grizzly |
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Frequently asked questions
What tooling taper does the Grizzly G8688 use?
The spindle nose taper is MT #3 and the tailstock taper is MT #2. The maximum tool bit size is 5/16 inch.
Does the G8688 have variable speed?
The listing gives a low range of 0 to 1100 RPM and a high range of 0 to 2500 RPM.
What is included with the G8688?
The listing says only tools and does not itemize them.
What power does it need?
110 volts and a 1 horsepower motor.