Solid Tool Post Block

[LMMasterMariner]

Block was made from gray cast iron diameter 120 mm. Just to have the base as big as possible. Cross slide width is 120 mm.

Materials used:

grey cast iron, round bar, dia 120 mm
304 and 316 stainless steel
steel plate
bolts

Cheers
LMMasterMariner

[DIYer]

Thanks LMMasterMariner! We've added your Tool Post Block to our Lathes category,
as well as to your builder page: LMMasterMariner's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Tool Post Block by LMMasterMariner

tags: tool post

[Toolmaker51]

Never thought of a reference block; seems worthwhile with a lot of single point threading on the horizon, and a holder preloaded with a bit.