Bridgeport shaper...what does it do?
So I've heard of the Bridgeport shaper attachments, not sure what they do though or how it attaches...can someone shed some light on this?
View ArticleHow to connect servo's to simoreg for Hardinge HXL.
I purchased a Hardinge HXL years ago. I replaced the simoreg and servo's with new drivers and steppers because the control could not handle the interface to the simoreg. I kept the simoreg and the...
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What is this thing? Bridgeport with 2 heads?
I found this machine on an auction site with no other information and I am wondering what is the drive in the back of the machine for? Some sort of dual-headed mill for setting up 2 operations?...
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bijur metering units
I was recently changing 3 FJB0 units to FJB1s and I tried cleaning the others - degreaser and compressed air. When I looked into the input end of the old units they were packed with fibres - I wasn't...
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Bridgeport R8 quickchange
I wanted to see if anyone here has much experience with this R8 quick change tooling system Mach-1 Systems - R8 Quick Change Tooling for Knee Mills & Bed Mills Wanted to hear your feedback Attached...
View ArticleBridgeport R2E4 CNC issues
Good morning all, So I have finally acquired this machine from my uncle's shop. It's sat for 7 years, however, worked flawless when it was last operated. Verified that as I was there when it was...
View ArticleBridgeport X Axis Hung Up On Y Lock Lever - Bozo's Revenge
So in a moment of carelessness while bringing my cutter around for a finishing pass yesterday, an annoying thing happened. I unlocked my Y to move around my part, and then buzzed the my X powerfeed...
View ArticleLagun FTV-4 Manual Parts and Operation
Greetings. I'm looking for a Lagun FTV-4 Vertical Mill Manual. They are still available for $75 but was hoping someone had a spare for a more reasonable price? I'm not sure how detailed the Lagun...
View ArticleLooking for a picture of three Bridgeports in a row
Hi. I saw a picture here, a long time ago. It was 3 Bridgeports in a row, set up to make a very long shaft. Anyone remember where? :)
View ArticleStart up homing issue BP series 2, DX ,3 axis
Turn power on, drop and torque quill, xyz move, send home, z first, ok , y next, ok, x last , moves to switch dog stops and sets position, display tosses "commanded X axis move too far positive" Can...
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Hardinge HC -T 3 wireing diagram
hello i need a wiring diagram for Hardinge HC-T 3 lathe. I bought the machine without a transformer and I have no idea what it is. I attach pictures of the cables and the electrical panel.thanks in...
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Bridgeport M Head Weird Setup...
Just curious, I saw this on a search today while looking for something completely different. Does anyone have any guesses on what is going on with this M Head? I'm actually curious if this is a power...
View ArticleHLV (1951 narrow bed) Taper attachment does it fit a HLV-H (1985) ?
I am thinking the taper attachment for a Hardinge HLV lathe is different that on from a HLV-H, just want to confirm. Sam
View ArticleWTB: Bridgeport Quill Handwheel
Does anyone have a Bridgeport hand wheel for the quill (the original Bridgeport version) they'd like to sell? I really like the look of the ones that Bridgeport used to sell as an accessory.
View ArticleBridgeport 2J1.5 back gear adjustment
I have noticed a small issue with the back gear position adjustment on my 2J1.5 after I rebuilt it. I set it so that the bull gear is as low as possible when when in the reverse position. However it...
View ArticleBridgeport Brake Air Cylinder
Would anyone happen to know the Bimba or equivalent part number for the air cylinder used for the spindle brake on Bridgeport BOSS mills? I just had a guy climb up and get the part number printed on...
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Help for Wiring diagram Bridgeport series 1
Need help with the Bridgeport series 1 wiring Order No. 7706747 Serial number 051450992 Attached Thumbnails
View ArticleBridgeport replacement head
Hi All I need to rebuild the head on one of my Bridgeport manual mills, spindle looks shot and it's just tired. It's more than a replacement head from Acer or Wells Index (McClaren). Any one have any...
View ArticleJet Lathe vs Hardinge (Amateurs question)
I have a new model Jet Lathe 13 x 40 and it does a great job for most of the work I do. While dialing the the tailstock from front to back (x axis) is easy and accurate. In order to align the tailstock...
View ArticleLooking for Specific EZ TRAK Manual
Long shot but figured it was worth a try. I am looking for the Bridgeport EZ-TRAK DX "Installation, Maintenance, and Parts Breakdown Manual". But I am currently looking for a revision earlier than...
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