My Hybrid Noga 360° Mod

[darkzero]

I've been wanting a certain Noga configuration for a while now. Problem is, Noga does not make it. I've had this idea for a while now & I finally decided to make it happen. Hopefully Noga sees this & starts making it.

I love the 360° fine adjust on the NF1024 but it's over all size is just too small for me. I love the DG size but I'm not a fan of the fine adjust on top. My favorite personal favorite Noga to use on the lathe is the DG10533 (FAB).

This is what happens when a NF1024 meets a DG61003. Now I can indicate the OD & face without having to reposition the base. Sure I could just reposition the base.....anyone who remembers me knows that I have more than enough Nogas so why not.








WIP Progress pics

 

[francist]

Nice to see you back.

-frank

 

[mikey]

Nice to see you back.

-frank

+1 - Glad to see you're back!

 

[Ulma Doctor]

Nice work DZ!
i hope all is well, glad to see you back!

 

[EmilioG]

New Noga FAT/FAB, awesome! I would love to put a 360° base on this or another one.
Great work DZ.

 

[EmilioG]

Here's a good demo on Indicator stands and how they all sag>>

 

[darkzero]

Here's a good demo on Indicator stands and how they all sag>>

And that's why I prefer the anti-gravity model Nogas & anti-magnetic indicators!

I have been been meaning to build me a anti-gravity generator to use in the shop with my regular indicators & holders. But I'm currently tied up building my EB Enterprises 121G kit. I've got places to go, things to fix, & I'm running outta time!

 

[EmilioG]

I'm going to build a hybrid Noga using 2" diameter rods with gussets and an over head support beam.

 

[kd4gij]

Where can I get a clamp without a fine adjust for my noga?










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[darkzero]

Depends if you want it with a 3/8" or 8mm hole. 3/8" is p/n FA1120, 8mm is FA1100.

For the FA1120, $13 at MSC is the cheapest I found in a quick search.

https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/59451732?rItem=59451732

Acouple of others:

http://www.wttool.com/index/page/pr...me/Top+Attachments+for+Noga+Indicator+Holders

https://www.amazon.com/Noga-NF-Style-Replacement-Stem/dp/B01BH7I2PO