{"product_id":"bridgeport-12183920-milling-machine-drawbar-assembly","title":"Bridgeport 12183920 Milling Machine Drawbar Assembly","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BRIDGEPORT 12183920 is a drawbar assembly designed for use with Bridgeport milling machines. The drawbar is a critical spindle component that clamps and secures toolholders inside the milling machine spindle, transmitting drive force and preventing tool pullout during cutting operations. It threads into the top of the spindle and tightens against the toolholder arbor to hold it firmly in place. Machinists, machine tool technicians, and maintenance professionals install this part as a direct replacement when the original drawbar shows wear, thread damage, or failure to secure tooling properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawbar assembly is suited for vertical milling machine applications in machine shops, tool rooms, and industrial maintenance environments. It is designed specifically for the Bridgeport Mill J-Head Top Housing configuration, making it the correct replacement choice for J-Head style Bridgeport mills that require a factory-compatible drawbar for reliable toolholder retention during face milling, end milling, and related machining operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect OEM-style replacement drawbar for Bridgeport J-Head milling machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to interface with J-Head Top Housing for secure spindle toolholder clamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrawbar assembly construction supports consistent toolholder retention under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a complete drawbar assembly ready for installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use with the Bridgeport Mill J-Head Top Housing. Verify J-Head spindle thread specification against the replacement drawbar thread before installation to confirm fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation and replacement of a milling machine drawbar should be performed by a qualified machine tool technician or maintenance professional familiar with vertical knee mill spindle components. Power down and lock out the machine at the main disconnect before accessing the spindle or drawbar. The drawbar is threaded into the spindle from the top of the J-Head housing and tightened to the manufacturer-specified engagement — do not overtighten, as this can damage spindle bearings or toolholder threads. Inspect mating spindle threads and toolholder tapers for wear or damage before reinstalling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drawbar Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bridgeport Mill J-Head Top Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 23242100\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: BRIDGEPORT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12183920\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BRIDGEPORT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51541989687602,"sku":"12183920","price":264.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/1a415fc015d671ddcfc2f56f8a9bd444.jpg?v=1785889064","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/bridgeport-12183920-milling-machine-drawbar-assembly","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}