New To Me Emco Compact 10

[Rufusthedog]

I printed them out of nylon and so far I haven't had any issues and of course if I do, I'll just print another.

 

[mikey]

The original change gears are hardened and ground steel with a precision bore and keyways. The Compact 10 is a change gear lathe and every single thread you have to cut that doesn't involve the original gear train will have to rely on the change gears. It will be interesting to see how long those nylon gears last. On the other hand, at least you have them, right?

 

[TomKro]

Hi Rufus,

That's a nice machine and a nice bench.

I picked up the same machine and I'm stuck in sort of an "analysis paralysis" on the bench construction. The machine came with a 30" x 72" steel top workbench, but no support to speak of below the steel top. The manual recommends a heavy flat bar mounting, with jack screws to adjust the bed. I'm toying with the idea of some angle iron below the steel surface, but also wondering if some plain old 2x6s would be enough.

Can you share how yours is supported, and how it's working out for you?

Thanks,
TomKro

 

[Old Squier]

Very , very cool. Congrats!

Squire

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