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The compound rest handwheel has an indirect- read graduated scale. This means that the dis- tance shown on the scale represents the actual distance the cutting tool moves. The base of the compound rest has another graduated scale used for setting the cutting tool to a specific angle.
Graduated Dial |
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Increments | 0.001" (0.025mm) |
One Full Revolution | 0.04" (1.02mm) |
Tool Needed | Qty |
Hex Wrench 5mm | 1 |
To set compound rest angle:
1.Loosen cap screws shown in Figure 41.
Cap Screws
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Each tool can be quickly indexed to the workpiece by loosening the top handle, rotating the tool post to the desired position, then retightening the handle to lock the tool into position.
Installing Tool |
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Tool Needed | Qty |
Hex Wrench 5mm | 1 |
To install a tool in the tool post:
1.Adjust tool post screws so cutting tool can fit underneath them (see Figure below).
Tool Post
Cutting
Tool
Screw
Angle Scale
Figure 41. Compound rest angle adjustments.
2.Rotate rest to desired angle, as indicated by scale at base, then retighten cap screws.
Tip: The first time you set the compound rest angle for cutting threads, mark the location on the cross slide as a quick reference point. This will allow you to quickly return the com- pound rest to that exact angle the next time you need to cut threads.
Model G0765 (Mfd. Since 12/13)
Figure 42. Example of tool mounted in tool post.
2.5x 0.5" = 1.25").
2.Firmly secure cutting tool with at least two tool post screws.
3.Check and adjust cutting tool to spindle cen- terline, as instructed in next subsection.