{"product_id":"value-collection-251-3704-live-center-taper-shank-mt3","title":"Value Collection 251-3704 Live Center Taper Shank MT3","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION 251-3704 is a taper shank live center designed for use in metal lathes and cylindrical grinding machines. It features a bull nose point style with a 4-inch head diameter and a head length of 2.76 inches, giving it a robust profile suited for heavy-duty turning operations. The center is built from steel and uses an MT3 (Morse Taper 3) shank for secure, repeatable seating in the tailstock. With a maximum workpiece weight of 600 pounds and a load capacity of 660 pounds, this unit handles demanding stock. Machinists and tool-room operators working with large-diameter or heavy workpieces will find the bull nose profile essential for parts where a standard point would not support properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis live center is intended for use in machine shop environments, including production turning, repair facilities, and toolroom applications. It seats in an MT3 tailstock and supports workpieces up to 600 pounds at spindle speeds up to 500 RPM. The bull nose point makes it appropriate for hollow or faced workpieces that cannot accept a standard point tip. It is suited for both manual and CNC lathes equipped with an MT3 tailstock bore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMT3 taper shank for direct seating in standard MT3 tailstock bores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBull nose point style supports hollow, faced, or large-bore workpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-inch head diameter and 2.76-inch head length for heavy-stock clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum workpiece weight of 600 pounds with a radial load capacity of 660 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrust load rating of 520 pounds for axial cutting forces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccuracy of 0.0005 inches for reliable concentricity in precision turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum spindle speed of 500 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to fit any lathe or cylindrical grinder equipped with an MT3 (Morse Taper 3) tailstock. Verify tailstock bore taper size before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified machinist. Power down and lock out the lathe before seating or removing the center from the tailstock. Clean both the MT3 shank and the tailstock bore thoroughly before seating to ensure full contact and concentricity. Never exceed the rated maximum RPM or workpiece weight, as overloading the center can cause premature bearing failure or workpiece ejection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaper Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: MT3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bull Nose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.76 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 75 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e: 500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Workpiece Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 600 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Capacity (Radial)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 660 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrust Load\u003c\/strong\u003e: 520 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.0005 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbide-Tipped Point\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6.45 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 251-3704\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51721883975986,"sku":"251-3704","price":204.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/4b3d71b3c06d590ab3f04d7659ae172d.jpg?v=1788582533","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-251-3704-live-center-taper-shank-mt3","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}