Aloris BXA-2 Boring Turning Facing Lathe Tool Post Holder

Product Description

The ALORIS BXA-2 is a boring, turning, and facing holder designed for use with BXA-series quick-change tool post systems on engine lathes. It accepts shank sizes up to 1/2 inch and accommodates cutting tools ranging from 1/4 to 5/8 inch. The boring bar capacity is 1-3/4 inches. At 3 inches overall length and 1-3/4 inches overall height, this holder is built for lathes with a swing range of 10 to 15 inches. It is installed by machinists and tool room technicians performing turning, facing, and boring operations on manual lathes.

This holder fits lathes in the 10 to 15 inch swing class and is intended for shops running BXA quick-change tool post setups. It is suited for both production and tool room environments where consistent centerline height repeatability is required. The centerline height is 1-1/8 inches, keeping tooling on center across interchangeable holders in the BXA system. No through-coolant provision is included on this model.

Key Features

• Boring, turning, and facing functionality in a single holder body
• Accepts cutting tools from 1/4 to 5/8 inch (tool bit range)
• Boring bar capacity up to 1-3/4 inches
• Centerline height of 1-1/8 inches for consistent on-center tool positioning
• Compatible with lathes in the 10 to 15 inch swing range
• No through-coolant required, simplifying setup

Compatibility

Designed for use with BXA-series quick-change tool post systems on engine lathes with a swing of 10 to 15 inches.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or tool room technician. Disengage the lathe and confirm the spindle is fully stopped before changing or adjusting any tool post holder. Secure the holder firmly in the quick-change tool post and verify that the cutting tool is clamped within the specified tool bit range of 1/4 to 5/8 inch before resuming operation. Follow the lathe manufacturer guidelines for proper torque on clamping screws.