Value Collection 262-2012 Standard Lathe Mandrel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 262-2012 is a standard lathe mandrel designed to hold workpieces between centers during turning, grinding, or finishing operations. The mandrel features a 3/16 inch face diameter and an overall length of 3 inches, making it suited for small-diameter work where precise concentricity is required. At 0.03 pounds, it is a lightweight tooling component. Machinists and toolroom technicians use this type of mandrel when a workpiece must be driven from a center hole, allowing the outer diameter to be machined true to the bore.

This mandrel is appropriate for light-duty lathe work in machine shops, toolrooms, and maintenance environments. The compact 3-inch overall length suits small parts and short-run operations where a standard between-centers setup is needed. It is a single-piece unit packaged individually, suitable for bench-level tooling inventory or job-specific tooling setups.

Key Features

• 3/16 inch face diameter for small-bore workholding applications
• 3 inch overall length suits compact part geometries
• Standard mandrel design for between-centers lathe operations
• Lightweight at 0.03 pounds for easy handling and storage
• Sold as an individual unit with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-style lathe mandrel for use with conventional engine lathes and toolroom lathes that accept between-centers workholding setups with a 3/16 inch bore requirement.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or toolroom technicians familiar with between-centers lathe setups. The workpiece bore and mandrel taper should be clean and free of burrs before assembly to ensure proper seating and concentricity. The lathe spindle and tailstock should be locked off before mounting or removing the mandrel. Follow shop safety procedures and applicable machining standards when operating.