Riten 71061 Solid Dead Center 6MT Morse Taper 2.494 in

Product Description

The RITEN 71061 is a solid dead center designed for use in lathe tailstocks and milling machine setups requiring a fixed, non-rotating center point. Machined from hardened tool steel, this center accepts a 6MT (No. 6 Morse Taper) shank and features a standard point style with a head diameter of 2.494 inches and an overall length of 11.5 inches. The precision-ground point delivers an accuracy of 0.00005 inches, making it suitable for high-tolerance turning and between-center work. Machinists and toolroom professionals install this type of center when a driven rotating center is not required or when maximum rigidity is the priority.

This solid dead center is suited for heavy-duty lathe work in metalworking shops, toolrooms, and production machining environments. The 6MT shank fits larger lathes and boring mills equipped with No. 6 Morse Taper tailstock bores. Its hardened tool steel construction handles the heat and wear associated with dead-center turning, particularly at slower speeds with proper lubrication. No specific compatible machine models are listed in the available product data.

Key Features

• Hardened tool steel construction for wear resistance under continuous contact loading
• No. 6 Morse Taper (6MT) shank for secure, self-holding fitment in compatible tailstocks
• Standard point style with 2.494 inch point diameter for consistent workpiece support
• High accuracy rating of 0.00005 inches for precision between-center machining
• Solid (non-rotating) design provides maximum rigidity during heavy cuts
• Knockout diameter of 2.116 inches for standard ejection with a drift bar

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit solid dead center for lathes and machine tools equipped with a No. 6 Morse Taper tailstock or spindle bore.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists familiar with Morse Taper tooling. Clean the taper shank and bore thoroughly before seating to ensure full contact and prevent fretting. Power down and lock out the machine spindle before inserting or removing any tailstock tooling. When using a dead center, apply an appropriate high-pressure lubricant to the center point to reduce heat buildup and workpiece wear during operation.