Thread: quick changing tool post recommendation

Originally Posted by Michael G

John has got a good reputation so it should be a workable design. From the size it looks like it has been designed for a Myford sized machine, so you might have to think carefully about scaling it. This design (like the Dickson post) has the draw back that a spanner is required to change tools. I prefer a tool free post although if you are scaling up there might then be room for a lever & knob arrangement.

Michael

Apparently. His name just keeps cropping up all over the net when researching QCTP info. I have seen his design numerous times but was put off by the reverse nature of his dovetails, and the small contact surface area for the wedge lock. Whether these are really an issue could decide if I go with this design. Anything could happen in the meantime tho. I have found pictures in the last couple of days that show me how the commercial wedge type designs work. One of the Aloris methods utilises a screw thread to operate the wedges. Another uses a cam. Stuff to think about.

thanks guy . thanks Ew.
hard to decide but I know which one now , just need to save some more ............

cheers
Peter

So is it a secret?

Dean

Originally Posted by Oldneweng

Apparently. His name just keeps cropping up all over the net when researching QCTP info. I have seen his design numerous times but was put off by the reverse nature of his dovetails, and the small contact surface area for the wedge lock. Whether these are really an issue could decide if I go with this design. Anything could happen in the meantime tho. I have found pictures in the last couple of days that show me how the commercial wedge type designs work. One of the Aloris methods utilises a screw thread to operate the wedges. Another uses a cam. Stuff to think about.



So is it a secret?

Dean

not really Dean.
just buy the best at half price

Peter

Quick Change Toolpost Set 100 AXA Wedge Tool Post | eBay

look like a nice one to me, what your thought ?

Peter

Looks nice as you have said. However, the important thing is how it functions. At that price it could be a bit hit and miss - you may have to strip and fix up some parts as the quality you expect may or may not be there. (This is the underlying problem with all of these cheap imports - the consistency is lacking, so sometimes you may get a good unit and sometimes a pig).
Caveat Emptor

Michael

Originally Posted by thorens

Quick Change Toolpost Set 100 AXA Wedge Tool Post | eBay

look like a nice one to me, what your thought ?

Peter

Mal has one AXA100 quickchange toolpost set

Originally Posted by Oldneweng

I will need a CXA for my lathe. The price for an Aloris QCTP with 4 holders I just found on the net was a touch under $US1000 .

Mike the QCTP in your link looks like a BXA which wont suit either Peter's lathe or mine LOL.

Dean

but it will look good on your lathe tho......

Originally Posted by eskimo

but it will look good on your lathe tho......

Tell that to the director of finance.

Dean

Originally Posted by Oldneweng

Tell that to the director of finance.

Dean

....she doesnt love you...????

I bought this for the Hercus260 but havent had time to make it fit yet.

Originally Posted by jackaroo

I bought this for the Hercus260 but havent had time to make it fit yet.

very nice .
where did you brought it and how much it cost ?
Peter

Hi Peter, I bought for around $450
https://www.machineryhouse.com.au/L299

Originally Posted by jackaroo

Hi Peter, I bought for around $450
https://www.machineryhouse.com.au/L299

Thanks.
how do you feel about these quality ? it is a bit over my budget but might consider if quality is good.
cheers
Peter

You could deal direct -

Create Tool - Toolholder expert ---- Multifix toolpost toolholder | CNC toolholder | QCTP 40 Position QUICK CHANGE TOOL POST HOLDER for Lathe l Best quality Multifix l Good quality Multifix l Manufacturer Multifix l Supplier Multifix l Best Multifix

price has gone up a lot in the last few years unfortunately.

^{Quality looks good Peter. I'll see if I can take a few more photos tonight. It has been on the shelve for the last few months and I havent installed it left alone testing it out}

I'll unbox and take some more photos when I get home tonight if you want to see?