Bridgeport 12201033 Quill Feed Handle Assembly

Product Description

The BRIDGEPORT 12201033 is a quill feed handle assembly designed as a direct replacement component for Bridgeport milling machines. The quill feed handle controls manual downfeed of the quill during drilling, boring, and milling operations. It mounts to the lower housing of the head and provides the operator with positive manual control over quill travel depth and feed rate. This part is a mechanical assembly intended for installation by a qualified machinist or millwright performing scheduled maintenance or component replacement on a Bridgeport-style knee mill.

This quill feed handle assembly is intended for use with I Series Bridgeport milling machines equipped with 2J and J-Head lower housing configurations. It is a common wear or damage replacement part in machine shops, vocational training facilities, and manufacturing environments where Bridgeport knee mills see regular production use. Installation typically occurs during planned downtime or as a corrective maintenance task when the original handle assembly is cracked, stripped, or missing.

Key Features

• Direct OEM-style replacement quill feed handle assembly for Bridgeport milling machines
• Compatible with 2J and J-Head lower housing configurations
• Supports manual quill downfeed control for drilling, boring, and milling operations
• Sold as a complete assembly — single unit per package

Compatibility

Designed for use with Bridgeport I Series Milling Machines with 2J and J-Head lower housing configurations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or millwright. Before servicing, power down the machine at the main disconnect and lock out the spindle motor per applicable LOTO procedures. Use standard hand tools appropriate for the fastener type on your specific machine head. Verify the handle assembly seats fully into the lower housing before returning the machine to service.