Value Collection 262-2100 Standard Lathe Mandrel 1 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 262-2100 is a standard lathe mandrel designed for use in turning operations where a workpiece must be held on its bore for external machining. The mandrel features a 1-inch face diameter and a 7-inch overall length, providing a solid, centered work-holding surface between lathe centers. Machinists and toolroom technicians use mandrels like this to machine the outside diameter of a bored or drilled workpiece concentric to its hole. The 262-2100 is a straightforward, general-purpose design suited to production and job-shop environments alike.

This mandrel is appropriate for manual engine lathe work in both light industrial and toolroom settings. It is used when a part has a finished bore that needs to serve as the datum for outside diameter turning, facing, or knurling operations. The 1-inch diameter makes it suitable for workpieces with a matching bore size. Standard lathe mandrels of this type are a common fixture in machine shops handling small-to-medium parts.

Key Features

• 1-inch face diameter for workpieces with a matching finished bore
• 7-inch overall length provides adequate support between centers
• Standard mandrel geometry compatible with typical between-center lathe setups
• Compact weight of 1.56 pounds for easy handling and setup

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or general-purpose standard lathe mandrel for use in engine lathes configured for between-center work holding with a 1-inch bore workpiece.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists on a manual or CNC engine lathe equipped with live and dead centers. The workpiece bore must be finished to the appropriate tolerance before pressing onto the mandrel. Always ensure the lathe is fully stopped and the spindle is locked before mounting or removing the mandrel and workpiece assembly. Follow standard shop safety practices and machine guarding requirements during all turning operations.