Value Collection 320125 Live Center MT5 Taper Shank 3000 Lb

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 320125 is a taper shank live center designed for use in lathe tailstocks to support rotating workpieces during turning operations. Built on an MT5 Morse taper shank, it mounts directly into compatible tailstock bores and spins freely with the workpiece through a triple bearing assembly. The standard 60-degree point engages center-drilled workpieces up to 3,000 pounds at speeds up to 3,400 RPM. Overall length is 9.449 inches with a steel construction throughout. Runout accuracy is held to 0.005 mm, making this center suitable for general-purpose precision turning on manual and CNC lathes. Machinists and tool-room technicians are the primary installers of this type of tooling.

The 320125 is suited for heavy-duty lathe work in job shops, production facilities, and maintenance machine shops. The MT5 shank fits larger lathes with correspondingly sized tailstock bores. It handles substantial workpiece weights, making it appropriate for turning shafts, large cylinders, and similar heavy round stock. The standard point style and 60-degree included angle match the most common center-drilled workpiece geometry used across general metalworking applications.

Key Features

• MT5 Morse taper shank for secure seating in compatible tailstock bores
• Triple bearing assembly supports free rotation up to 3,400 RPM
• 3,000 lb load capacity handles heavy shafts and large-diameter stock
• 0.005 mm runout accuracy for consistent, repeatable center support
• 60-degree standard point matches common center-drilled workpiece geometry
• Steel construction for durability in continuous lathe use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit live center for lathes equipped with an MT5 Morse taper tailstock bore.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or tool-room technician. Power down and lock out the lathe before seating or removing the center from the tailstock. Clean the taper shank and tailstock bore thoroughly before insertion to ensure full seating and accurate runout. Inspect the triple bearing assembly periodically and replace the center if any roughness or play is detected during rotation.