What size tool bit handle

cuejo said:
I'm not sure why anyone wouldn't use a quick change toolpost....
Since getting one myself, I would never use anything else
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I was not wanting to spend the $100.00 right now, but was wanting to use my 3/8 round boring bar. I have quite a bit invested and am trying to break the "what the hell it's just another $100.00" habit Also I was really wondering if I really needed it or if it was worth it after watching this. Do you ever find the QCTP gets in the way?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzlMOPLlbzA

Is this what you are using? http://lmscnc.com/2478

Thanks
Claud
 
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CLAUD said:
I was not wanting to spend the $100.00 right now, but was wanting to use my 3/8 round boring bar. I have quite a bit invested and am trying to break the "what the hell it's just another $100.00" habit Also I was really wondering if I really needed it or if it was worth it after watching this. Do you ever find the QCTP gets in the way?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzlMOPLlbzA

Is this what you are using? http://lmscnc.com/2478

Thanks
Claud
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The youtube link isn't working for me.

The other link you posted is the same QCTP I have on my lathe. Buy you an extra couple of tool holders and you won't go back.
 
Dirtbmw20 said:
The youtube link isn't working for me.

The other link you posted is the same QCTP I have on my lathe. Buy you an extra couple of tool holders and you won't go back.
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I edited the link. It's working now. Thank you for your reply.
 
CLAUD said:
I was not wanting to spend the $100.00 right now, but was wanting to use my 3/8 round boring bar. I have quite a bit invested and am trying to break the "what the hell it's just another $100.00" habit Also I was really wondering if I really needed it or if it was worth it after watching this. Do you ever find the QCTP gets in the way?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzlMOPLlbzA

Is this what you are using? http://lmscnc.com/2478

Thanks
Claud
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I think that's the same quick change I have on my deluxe, I forget the guy on here that was making them.....
I ha e never found an instance where it gets in the way....
If you want to unload that post cheap, I'm your huckleberry :)

I really only use the right hand cutter, tip shaping guide and the cut off hiker on my small lathes, on the big one I have my router set up with KJ ring cutter on a quick change as well.
I would never ever go back to taig holders, and I had multiple holders set up to switch around as well.
 
cuejo said:
I think that's the same quick change I have on my deluxe, I forget the guy on here that was making them.....
I ha e never found an instance where it gets in the way....
If you want to unload that post cheap, I'm your huckleberry :)

I really only use the right hand cutter, tip shaping guide and the cut off hiker on my small lathes, on the big one I have my router set up with KJ ring cutter on a quick change as well.
I would never ever go back to taig holders, and I had multiple holders set up to switch around as well.
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What the hell, it's just another $100.00. Here I go again! Thanks for your input. (I think?)
 
I would never look back. The quick tool posts are so convenient. I have a set ups for each lathe then I bough an extra cross slide too mount my router so I could cut rings ext. Never have to waste time setting up and adjusting anything.
Frank
 
GBCues said:
Dale,
I'm with Darcy on this one. I had looked at them for years and wasn't sure if spending ~$100 was really worth it. I inquired here and was told it was worthwhile. And it WAS!
Because you mount a different tool - boring bar, indexable (or not) cutting tool, tip shaping template, dial indicator, etc - in each holder, the correct tool heights are all pre-set and you can change tools in about 15 seconds - no shims needed. All you have to do is move your cross slide in or out and you're on to the next task.
Gary
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Thanks for the Machining 101 tips...

But you can accomplish all that and more without using a QC.
Fine they are for production environments - if anyone is attempting
"production" on a cue lathe... well.

Dale(who is still saving up for that CNC with a programmable auto tool changer)
 
All my lathes have the same QC tool holders. All are set up so that all holders have the same centre hight.
So tools that I don't use very often, I can use on any machine.
Only advantage with what I have now is saving time in setting up tools.
This can be the difference on doing a 10 min job to a 15 or 20 min job.
For some people, half the fun in making things, is making and setting up the tools to make a part. Each to their own.
 
Sport666 said:
I would never look back. The quick tool posts are so convenient. I have a set ups for each lathe then I bough an extra cross slide too mount my router so I could cut rings ext. Never have to waste time setting up and adjusting anything.
Frank
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Damn..... I guess I have to buy another cross slide for my QCTP.... there goes another $40...........

LOL

Kim
 
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