Depth measuring base for a caliper gauge

[xynudu]

I originally posted this as a metal lathe mystery project.

Cheers Rob

[Paul Jones]

Nice addition to your precision tools accessories. Also thanks for the visual tip on using the tailstock feed for the fine feed during the lathe milling operation.

[xynudu]

Hi Paul,

I wondered how many would pick up on that - you're the first.

While it allows precision advancement of the carriage, it also has several other important benefits:

- It prevents the mill slide from canting back, as you apply all pressure at the centre spindle line of the lathe.

- It reduces chatter as the mill slide is braced at the back/centre line.

Advancing the saddle with the carriage hand wheel is not a good idea, for all of the above reasons.

Cheers Rob

[DIYer]

Thanks xynudu! We've added your Depth Measuring Caliper Base to our Measuring and Marking category, as well as to your builder page: xynudu's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Depth Measuring Caliper Base by xynudu

tags: caliper, base, mount

[kbalch]

Hi Rob,

A neat project and a very well-done video. Your Depth Measuring Caliper Base is our 'Best Documented Build' for February, 2016!

You'll be receiving a $35 online gift card.

Just send me your email address (via PM) and we'll get things processed directly.

Congrats!

Ken