Boxford lathe forum. The later ones included high speed bearing headstocks.
Boxford lathe forum General discussion for commercial Boxford lathe Machines. I have a large workshop but access to it is across grass! I have spent the last four weeks researching the Myford Super 7 and had pretty much set myself to buy one with accessories for £2000. One sticking point at the moment is that the saddle clamp has been snapped in half (apparently for some time). Models A,B,C,T,AUD,BUD,CUD, TUD,ME10,VSL, and any of the rare precision lathes will be supported. Seems like a very lacking system, as the scale would read increasing poundage the farther the string was pulled Nov 20, 2012 · Boxford 125 TCL Training Computer lathe The 125 is a bench top slant bed CNC training lathe. You are currently viewing as a guest, to get involved and enjoy the very best of what this forum has to offer, simply become a member. A new Buck chuck fit it fine, as well as other SB faceplates and accessories too. Buy and sell allowed but only metalwork orientated bits n bobs . It came from the grand-daughter of an older man who passed away. Unlike the 22" between-centres Model C at £112 that lacked electrical equipment in its basic price, the CSB was delivered complete, ready-to-run with a 1/3 h. That Boxford might be properly designed and set up a bit different, but my current lathe has the same lead screw coiled guarding his does. Oct 6, 2014 · By mocha in forum Boxford Lathes Replies: 0 Last Post: 25-10-2012, 05:11 PM. Don't get me wrong, they're a superb small lathe and, in my opinion, better than the Myford. Oct 31, 2012 · This group welcomes all Boxford owners. It is the ideal machine for introducing CNC to students or for use in workshops Compact and portable it cuts steel This Machine can be operated in manual mode without the computer. The circumstances and price of sale didn't allow me to examine the machine in detail, and I now find that the fitted 3 jaw chuck is well and truly stuck to the mandrel nose. Apr 30, 2008 · My new-to-me Boxford 'A' (similar to Southbend) 4. ps On my old Boxford I swapped the original motor for a 1 hp. Oct 28, 2014 · there is quite a good boxford lathes owners forum on yahoo and groups. Boxford 280T 5″ x 20″ Centre Lathe, 3ph, 80216147. I went through the manual's song and dance about wrapping a string around the spindle end and pulling it w/ a scale to figure peload. Group description. I have posted a youtube video showing the first part of my Boxford 160TCL benchtop lathe restore and retrofit. Nov 23, 2022 · For the feed and threading, look at Southbend instructions for 9 and 10” lathes. io a few vsl owners on there - ive always had a super help from those guys on my AUD III. Aug 3, 2016 · Its a Boxford 4 1/2" model A (imperial thread cutting) with variable speed control for £600 pounds. used. Any owners of Although Harrison owned Boxford, only export versions of the lathe ever carried a dual Harrison-Boxford badge - oddly, even into the 1960s and the Mk. Jan 15, 2015 · I have just looked at the data plate on this Boxford T 280 and found that it looks as if it is a dual voltage Brooks motor 380v- 450 v / 220- 240v so I need to find out how to wire it for 240v and if the various switches are compatible . Any owners of compatible lathes such as Southbend are also welcome. I recently picked up a crusty looking boxford 160 lathe, I have cleaned it up and I am planning on refitting the control to something more 21st century. Feb 2, 2011 · Maybe other stuff as well. 2 models when fresher, more modern labels had been introduced, the Boxford name on these machines was still styled in the original "block-lettered" Box-Ford style. Any owners of Oct 31, 2012 · This group welcomes all Boxford owners. uk is worth Googling. On, ebay, everyone with a mill, lathe, drill press, table saw wants a single phase motor, so they don't go cheap. The weights you have sound about right. This group welcomes all owners and users of the fabulous range of non-cnc Boxford lathes. if anyones May 31, 2012 · Hi, I am starting this thread as a record of the conversion a of Boxford CNC 250 PC lathe I own. It was a great machine for its intended purpose. All other stuff will be removed. Now i've not touched a lathe since i was 13 or 14 and that was 30 years ago. does anyone have any experience of the Boxford lathes of this line? Aug 11, 2020 · As to the rest of things there is a Boxford Users Group or was and lathes. the lathe works fine using the manual controls. A vsl would clear twice what you paid for it. lathes. All the advice so far is pointing to Linux CNC. Well last night I went to start it for the first time Dec 21, 2019 · The Boxford is bigger and more powerful. 5" AUD. Welcome to the MYCNCUK forums. They can help with spares etc. e. My dream lathe for weirdness and "Rube-Goldberg-ness" is the Prawema turret lathe. During 1951 a slightly cheaper version of the Boxford lathe was introduced, the 4. The only thing stopping the front of the saddle bouncing around is the engagement of the handwheel pinion in the rack. Aug 13, 2009 · My lathe had a 1/3 HP single-phase motor that had decaying, cloth-covered wiring. 25 " program discs + an epprom. And then I was contacted by someone with a Boxford 10-20 for sale. Boxford lathes are fairly easy to move,at each end of the cabinet is a hole for lifting shafts about 1" in diameter. 1-phase. I am not sure what I've gotten myself in to I have wanted to learn abit about CNC and thought this might be the right avenue. motor for £105 - a total saving of some £16 : 5s : 0d. A couple of strong guys can shift one pretty easily. co. Jan 5, 2024 · Hello all, I have been a long time member but have not been on for a while. By onecut in forum Boxford Lathes Replies: 0 Nov 11, 2022 · Same on the lathe. Mounted on the maker's compact underdrive stand just 45” x 18” overall with a splashback. I have a Boxford 1963~ AUD lathe And the threads are standard 1 1/2" -8. Rich Mar 21, 2012 · Boxford 240 tcl CNCBought this on ebay and i have no time or money to do anything with it, its complete with 3 jaw chuck and faceplate,bought on the basis it would work if plugged into a bbc, comes complete with 2 NEW boxford 5. Jun 9, 2018 · It is one of those bargains with a clause "do not sell it to someone else" -- i need to get it up and running. Mar 1, 2017 · I have come across a Boxford STS fairly close by that offers pretty much all the same things as the 140 apart from slightly shorter distance between centres at 500mm. I achieved a good fit on both land and thread but when I tried the backplate on my lathe nose the thread was too tight to even start. Boxford TCL160 turret operation. Apr 29, 2009 · Hi everyone I have a Boxford gearhead lathe a STS10-20. My excuse- sorry I wish you better fortune Norman Dec 22, 2010 · I have a South Bend 13" lathe, a Bridgeport mill and recently obtained a non-operational 10" Boxford Lathe. Comes with 3 jaw chuck, drill chuck, quick change toolpost, splash guard and light unit. Fitted with 3 phase motor. One of them is a Model-C that looks to be in much better condition than the rusted pile on ebay, it just needs a motor; Item # 80211358 , worth a look considering the price. uk) that hold the ring which retains the spindle bearing on both sides of the gearbox and "dialed in" the output shaft of the gearbox (i. Imperial lathes are probably not very sought after here in DK. Oct 31, 2012 · This group welcomes all Boxford owners. By Saracen in forum Boxford Lathes Mar 18, 2005 · This probably applies to many lathes. p. Mar 12, 2023 · I can and have worked in metric, but imperial is by far my preference. All the Boxfords were strongly built lathes and capable of sustained Apr 26, 2022 · There are quite a few options if you are open to alternatives - for example I've got a couple of Kerry lathes, which are similar to a Harrison but less sought after. But don't think that it's some sort of holy grail, it's a watchmakers lathe on steroids. uk is a good reference site for lathes and other machine tools. Dec 16, 2000 · My dream lathe for single point threading is my pre-war Rivett 1020. its fairly tidy with a bit of storage rust on the framework. the spindle) as far as I dare with the clock gauge and a rubber mallet; then tightened up the machine screws. I had a MiniKop that was a lathe with a tracer that could copy any template. It hasn't been plugged in and I don't know the condition of the control boards. I've used it for motorcycle restoration and workshop components. Smart and Brown had the Sabel, another Southbend clone. I've owned a Boxford for 30 years and have most of the goodies for it, but would dearly love a larger lathe. There is a book available - know your lathe by Boxford, - our copy is from 1988 - see photo. I do not have any experience of the VSL model but I understand its the same as my AUD but with variable speed. No specific projects in mind as yet. Oct 25, 2007 · So I've got the Boxford lathe back together. Jun 14, 2020 · I just noticed, currently there are a couple of Boxford lathe's on the "gandmtools. Is my only option to make a new one or is it possible that some kind soul would have one spare to sell? Jan 22, 2024 · You are currently viewing as a guest, to get involved and enjoy the very best of what this forum has to offer, simply become a member. I am just setting up my workshop and want a lathe. The 35mm spindle bore and metric screw cutting gearbox are my main requirements, which the STS offers. The later ones included high speed bearing headstocks. Searching past threads, I've decided to make my own using Polyurethane sheet (1/8") and some kind of metal face plate (no way contact). If I want to do some screw cutting I’ll select a lower speed using the gear box, and on the Boxford I used to own it was a matter of seconds to swop the belt to another pulley. Page 1 of 4 1 2 3 Last. It's a 3 phase motor obviously Sep 21, 2008 · "1) If the lathe has a gearbox, leave it in place - and try not to remove a lathe from an under-drive stand; a compound was used to stop coolant getting into the wrong places and effectively sticks the lathe down; once broken the hardened sealer has to be chipped off and the joint remade. Feb 28, 2007 · The HLV has mass going for it. Forum Tools. Mar 30, 2014 · As the Boxford is a copy of the South Bend lathe you might find that the ha ndle end of the tailstock undoes. You want to buy the accessories with the lathe because accessories sold separately are often very expensive. The Raglen mentioned above is a nice option, Denford/Viceroy TDS are also a very good machines about the same size as a boxford. FOR SALE: Boxford 160 tcl bench top cnc lathe. 5" x 16" Model CSB - possibly standing for "Model C School Boxford". Somebody said "south Bend copy' but I had to use a Boxford once - and had to overhaul it before using it. the group also welcomes owners of other Boxford machines. Chatter on the Model Engineer forum seems to indicate that the price of new Myfords is exorbitant. The lathe looks to be in great condition and well looked after except that is doesn't have a motor or drive belts. I am hoping I can just run Mach3 with the original controller but I Mar 17, 2017 · By Saracen in forum Boxford Lathes Replies: 7 Last Post: 22-01-2016, 12:25 AM. Lathe Specifications and capabilties: Dec 5, 2011 · Does say single user licence The boxford has been updated by boxford with the following: Converted to Serial Interface, Converted to Single Pulley, Fitted Homing Switches, Fitted Turbo Boards and V10 Eproms, I actually live not too far from the Boxford Factory and as always it was like taking to a brick wall. It describes how to turn from the basics right through to screwcutting and milling all on the Boxford lathes and includes maintenance instructions May 28, 2012 · By Raymond in forum Boxford Lathes Replies: 4 Last Post: 11-08-2014, 02:17 PM. But it seems in fairly good nick to its a bargain. It is a complete non-issue. On a South Bend the handwheel is removed allowing the end of the tailstock to be unscrewed and the quill assembly to be withdrawn. I used the boxford thread as a plug gauge when I bored my new backplate. Both lathes suffer the disadvantages of a single lead shaft / feed screw. good luck Mat I have a male morse taper with a boxford thread and land on the end to enable me to fit a chuck to a dividing head. I have set up a PC with Mach 3 and have been unable to get any response from the lathe Aug 3, 2020 · Depending on model and condition, I'd go for the Harrison. It has a jib strip at the back of the saddle, under the bed -there's a pic above - but nothing at the front. Aug 4, 2019 · I just bought this Boxford 240 CTl CNC lathe pick it up in a few weeks. uk" site which might be of interest to you. Access is the limiting factor, though. Mar 18, 2003 · If you have a Boxford lathe, this is the group for you. Jan 3, 2023 · I have loosened the three machine screws (two are shown in the picture below taken from lathes. Jan 22, 2024 · Hi all, I have been a lurker on the forum for a long time. By bodgeitandscarper in forum Items For Feb 26, 2007 · Looking to make my own wipers for my Boxford lathe as originals are exspensive and difficult to get. Bought November 2004 through this site, from an engineer in whose hobby was making clocks. Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free, join the community today ! I just acquired a Boxford lathe, I'm in Australia. A dro would fix most of that, but exact single point threading for a wide range of imperial pitches would still have been my main issue. My "dream lathe" for fine surface finish and accuracy is my Rivett 1020s. You can pretty much follow the How To Run A Lathe book by South Bend, for operating hints. boxford csb lathe. Any owners of. I've occasionally pestered him to get it running so that he might get a bit of enjoyment out of it, but he's never quite got around to it. Jun 30, 2006 · Hi Glenn. Any recommendations on either the thickness or durometer Boxford AUD Mk. Feb 5, 2020 · My Dad has had a Boxford Model A(UD) lathe that has been sitting in his basement for probably 20 years or so, gathering dust. I've just bought a very old circa early 1960s Boxford 4. The lathe is approx 20 years old and has had very little use. There are similar accessories. This is a 3 phase machine running off a Transwave converter. The Boxfords are pretty much copies of Southbends. The engineering on the original HLV is no better than that on the Myford 7 series, just heavier. 2 lathe Serial 16580 4. My dream lathes for high production hand-turret lathe type work are my Wade 94 and 98. Incidentally, I couldn't have made the replacement gears with an HLV or a South Bend/Boxford due to the lack of a T slotted cross Mar 8, 2019 · Nice lathe It's an AUD We had one for around 20 years great bit of kit - much better than the myfords. I've just purchased a Boxford CUD 11 lathe and am sorting it out. 5" / 9" lathe with Norton gearbox etc etc is in bits. Myford was pretty much the standard lathe for hobbyists in the UK for many years. Jump to page: Threads 1 to 20 of 62. The Boxford came from a vocational highschool and unfortunately was disconnected from its power supply, so I don't know how it was connected or whether it was on 440 wye power or 220 delta. Harrison eventually sold the Jan 22, 2024 · General discussion for commercial Boxford lathe Machines. Includes a three jaw chuck and some cutting tools. Very good used condition. 5" x 21" and manufactured 1964/5. The Boxford lathes have a good reputation here in the uk. They started out with a licence to build copies of South Bend lathes, then added the logical improvements, like bearings, for example. Would be a great little lathe with a couple of weekends work. Check lathes Dec 28, 2020 · Here is a picture scanned from the Boxford Handbook (Know Your Lathe) showing the attachment in use, It clamps to the dovetail on the saddle - I've indicated it with a white ellipse - and allows the tool to be withdrawn when rewinding the saddle and then resetting to depth by winding back in to the stop, the screw head acting as the stop Boxford used Southbend drawings to make lathes during the WW 11 under the Lend Lease program The threads are 60 degrees. . I picked up a 1/2HP 3-phase motor and VFD for about $100. a myford or boxford goes from 500 - 1000 ukp A group for sharing knowledge and tips for the Boxford and Denford lathes mills . skl fxcjloh hfnh uubz tzano wokrsf zdrv erpcyi gzqh cvjy