Value Collection 262-2200 Standard Lathe Mandrel 2 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 262-2200 is a standard lathe mandrel designed to hold workpieces between centers during turning, grinding, or finishing operations. With a 2-inch face diameter and an 11-inch overall length, this mandrel provides a stable, concentric mounting surface for machined parts that require uniform material removal. It is a fundamental workholding tool found in machine shops and maintenance facilities. Machinists and toolroom technicians install this type of mandrel when a workpiece must be driven from its bore while keeping it fully accessible for external machining.

This mandrel suits general-purpose lathe work where a precision bore already exists in the workpiece and outside diameter operations need to follow. Typical applications include turning, cylindrical grinding, and light milling on ferrous and non-ferrous parts. The 2-inch face diameter accommodates workpieces with bores in a corresponding size range, making it a common size for medium-diameter rings, bushings, sleeves, and flanges machined in job shops and production environments.

Key Features

• 2-inch face diameter for medium-bore workholding applications
• 11-inch overall length provides clearance and stability between lathe centers
• Standard mandrel design compatible with conventional between-center lathe setups
• Suited for turning, cylindrical grinding, and finishing operations
• Single-piece construction for consistent runout and repeatable setup

Compatibility

Designed as a standard between-center lathe mandrel for general-purpose machine shop use. Fits lathes and cylindrical grinders configured for between-center workholding where the workpiece bore matches the 2-inch face diameter of this mandrel.

Installation Notes

A qualified machinist should install and remove lathe mandrels. Before mounting, ensure the lathe is fully powered down and the spindle is locked. The mandrel is pressed or driven into the workpiece bore and then seated between the headstock and tailstock centers using a center drill and proper center lubrication. Never force a mandrel into a bore that has not been finish-reamed to the correct tolerance, as this can damage both the workpiece and the mandrel.