Dorian Tool 73310101002 Bxa Quick Change Tool Post

Product Description

The DORIAN TOOL 73310101002 is a wedge-type quick change tool post designed for metal lathes with a swing range of 13 to 15 inches. Built to BXA series standards, it accepts a centerline height range of 1-1/16 inches to 1-15/16 inches and stands 5-13/32 inches in overall height. The tool post height measures 4-7/16 inches. Weighing 12 pounds, this is a rigid, substantial unit suited for production turning and toolroom work. Licensed machinists, tool and die makers, and skilled tradespeople performing lathe operations are the primary installers of this component. The wedge-type clamping mechanism provides repeatable, secure tool holder indexing with minimal runout.

This quick change tool post fits lathes in the 13 to 15 inch swing class, placing it in the mid-size manual lathe category commonly found in job shops, maintenance facilities, and vocational training environments. The BXA series is a recognized standard designation for this swing range, and holders, boring bar holders, and parting tool holders rated BXA are compatible with this post. The 5/8 inch bolt hole diameter accommodates standard lathe compound rest T-slots in this size class. A machinable blank T-nut or bolt shaft is included, allowing the installer to fit the post to the specific compound rest slot dimensions on the target machine.

Key Features

• Wedge-type clamping for positive, repeatable tool holder registration
• BXA series designation accepts the full range of BXA-compatible tool holders
• Centerline height range of 1-1/16 inches to 1-15/16 inches covers a broad range of workpiece diameters
• 5/8 inch bolt hole diameter for standard BXA compound rest mounting
• Includes a machinable blank T-nut or bolt shaft for custom fitting to the compound rest
• Substantial 12-pound construction supports rigid tool clamping under cutting loads

Compatibility

Designed for manual lathes with a swing of 13 to 15 inches. Accepts BXA series quick change tool holders. Bolt hole diameter is 5/8 inch (0.6250 inches).

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Power down and lock out the lathe before removing the existing tool post or performing any work on the compound rest. The included machinable blank T-nut or bolt shaft must be machined or fitted to match the specific T-slot dimensions of the host lathe compound rest before mounting. Verify that the centerline height achieved with the installed tool holders falls within the 1-1/16 inch to 1-15/16 inch range for the workpiece being turned.