Chuck Backing Plate

[Jeremy Smith 2Participant @jeremysmith2]

[Jeremy Smith 2Participant @jeremysmith2]

Did a little messing around in the shop tonight, learning about how the ML10 lathe works, as I am a complete newb with this. Learning a ton quite quickly though!

I went through the misc parts which came with the unit. Unfortunately, it seems as though the 4 jaw chuck, which was included with the lathe, is missing its backing plate. Is the chuck still usable (ie, would I be able to source a backing plate for it)?

 

Edited By Jeremy Smith 2 on 04/03/2020 06:03:38

[Alan Johnson 7Participant @alanjohnson7]

Yes, they are available. ML10 has a standard spindle thread – I think, but you better check that!

OR you could make your own – if you have a faceplate. Lots of experience in plain turning and internal thread cutting. Setting up a pitch circle diameter and drilling and tapping the mounting holes.

[Jeremy Smith 2Participant @jeremysmith2]

They aren’t specifically machined per the chuck, when they are made? Meaning I could get a replacement somewhere?

[Old SchoolParticipant @oldschool]

They come as a blank of various diameters to suit different chucks, ready machined and thread to fit on the lathes spindle. Then you machine it up to fit your chuck.

[Nicholas FarrParticipant @nicholasfarr14254]

Hi Jeremy, maybe you can enquire at Myford Cat.

Regards Nick.

P.S. scroll down in the link.

Edited By Nicholas Farr on 04/03/2020 07:50:34

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