Bridgeport 11630417 Velocity Controller Power Feed

Product Description

The BRIDGEPORT 11630417 is a velocity controller board designed as a replacement accessory for power feed units on Bridgeport-type milling machines. This control board regulates the speed and direction of the power feed drive, maintaining smooth and consistent table movement during milling operations. It is an OEM-style replacement component installed by machinists and mill service technicians when the original board fails or exhibits erratic feed behavior. Weighing 2 pounds, the unit is a direct-fit replacement intended to restore proper power feed operation without modification to the existing drive assembly.

This velocity controller is specifically suited for power feed assemblies mounted on Bridgeport-type knee mills used in job shops, toolrooms, and machine shops for production and prototype work. The part is listed for use with I Series milling machines and is compatible with the power feed drive system on those platforms. Installation is typically performed during a power feed rebuild or when diagnosing feed rate inconsistencies, motor runaway, or complete loss of table motion on the X or Y axis.

Key Features

• Replaces the velocity control board in Bridgeport-type power feed units
• Designed for use with I Series milling machine power feeds
• Direct-fit accessory replacement requiring no modification
• Compact board format at 2 pounds for straightforward handling during installation
• UNSPSC classified under industrial machine components (23242100)

Compatibility

Designed for use with Bridgeport Type Mills and I Series Milling Machines equipped with a power feed drive unit, as specified by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified millwright or machine tool technician familiar with power feed drive systems. Disconnect and lock out all electrical power to the milling machine and power feed unit before removing the existing board. Handle the board carefully to avoid electrostatic discharge damage to control components. Consult the machine and power feed service documentation for correct wiring termination and mounting orientation before powering the unit back on.