Value Collection 262-2132 Standard Lathe Mandrel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 262-2132 is a standard lathe mandrel designed to hold workpieces concentrically between centers during turning, grinding, or finishing operations. The mandrel features a 1.5 inch face diameter and a 9 inch overall length, making it suitable for a range of common shop applications. Machinists and tool room technicians use mandrels like this one to maintain true workpiece rotation when machining bores and outside diameters to a precise relationship. The part weighs 4.52 pounds, indicating a solid, rigid construction appropriate for production and maintenance machining environments.

This standard lathe mandrel is used in manual engine lathes and toolroom lathes for between-center workholding. It is well suited to machining operations where a previously bored or reamed hole must be held concentric while the outer diameter is turned or ground. Typical applications include gear blanks, bushings, sleeves, and similar cylindrical workpieces. This type of mandrel is a standard fixture in job shops, maintenance departments, and apprentice training environments where versatile workholding tooling is required.

Key Features

• 1.5 inch face diameter accommodates a common range of bored workpieces
• 9 inch overall length provides between-center support for medium-length parts
• Standard mandrel design ensures concentric workholding for turning and grinding operations
• Solid construction at 4.52 pounds for rigidity under cutting loads

Compatibility

Designed as a standard between-center lathe mandrel suitable for engine lathes and toolroom lathes that accept conventional drive dog and dead center or live center setups.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists familiar with between-center lathe work. The workpiece bore must be finish-reamed or bored to a close fit before pressing onto the mandrel taper. Ensure the lathe centers are clean and properly lubricated before mounting. Never exceed the rated capacity of the lathe or apply side loads that could displace the mandrel from center.