Dorian Tool 73310100004 Quick Change Tool Post Cxa

Product Description

The DORIAN TOOL 73310100004 is an indexable quick change tool post designed for metal lathes with a swing range of 14 to 17 inches. Built to CXA series specifications, it provides a tool post height of 6.415 inches and a centerline height range of 1.375 to 2.125 inches. The 24-position indexing system allows fast, repeatable tool changes without losing reference height, reducing setup time between operations. It weighs 18 pounds, indicating a robust, heavy-duty construction suited to production and job shop environments. This tool post is installed and used by machinists and tool room technicians working on mid-size engine lathes.

The 73310100004 is suited for mid-size engine lathes commonly found in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and vocational training environments. The CXA series targets lathes in the 14 to 17 inch swing class, making it appropriate for a wide range of turning, facing, boring, and threading operations. Its 5/8 inch bolt hole diameter accommodates standard compound rest mounting configurations in this lathe class. The 24-position detent allows quick tool indexing during multi-step turning operations without the need to re-indicate each holder.

Key Features

• CXA series indexable quick change system with 24 repeatable positions
• Compatible with lathes in the 14 to 17 inch swing range
• Tool post height of 6.415 inches for proper tool-to-center alignment
• Centerline height adjustment range of 1.375 to 2.125 inches
• 5/8 inch bolt hole diameter for standard compound rest mounting
• Solid construction at 18 pounds for rigidity during heavy cuts

Compatibility

Designed for use with CXA series quick change tool holders on engine lathes with a swing between 14 and 17 inches and a compound rest bolt hole diameter of 5/8 inch.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or toolroom technician. Power down and bring the lathe spindle to a full stop before mounting or adjusting the tool post. The tool post is secured to the compound rest using the existing T-slot and bolt configuration - confirm the bolt hole diameter matches before installation. Set centerline height using the adjustment range and verify alignment to lathe centerline with a test cut or dial indicator before production use.