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    Solid-Surface Grippers

    Clamp uneven or odd-shaped workpieces onto these grippers to hold them securely in place. Rather than a through hole, these grippers have a solid surface that grips your workpiece evenly and shields the mounting hole from debris. However, they can be harder to line up than grippers with a through hole. They mount from the bottom with a socket head cap screw.
    Round with Threaded Hole/Set Screw Notch
    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Contains Annotated. Grippers. Solid-Surface Grippers, Round with Threaded Hole/Set Screw Notch.
    Image of Specification. Threaded Hole. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Threaded-Hole Mount.
    Image of Specification. Set Screw Notch. Side1 orientation. Contains Annotated. Set Screw Notch.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Extra-Fine Serrations.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Fine Serrations.

    Threaded Hole

    Set Screw Notch

    Extra-Fine

    Serrations

    Fine Serrations

    Grippers with a set screw notch can be mounted from the side with a set screw.
    Extra-Fine Serrations—Extra-fine serrations are closer together than fine serrations for less penetration and a lighter hold on the workpiece.
    Fine Serrations—Fine serrations penetrate the workpiece for aggressive holding.
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Mounting Hole
    Thread Size
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Notch
    Ht.
    Material
    Gripping Surface
    Texture
    Choose a Serration
    Type
    Each
    3/8"3/8"10-32
    		No3/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelSerratedExtra Fine00000000000000
    1/2"3/8"10-32
    		No3/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelSerrated
    Extra Fine
    ,
    Fine
    		0000000000000
    1/2"1/2"10-32
    		No3/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelSerrated
    Extra Fine
    ,
    Fine
    		0000000000000
    5/8"3/8"1/4"-28
    		No3/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelSerrated
    Extra Fine
    ,
    Fine
    		0000000000000
    3/4"3/8"1/4"-28
    		No3/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelSerrated
    Extra Fine
    ,
    Fine
    		0000000000000
    1"3/8"1/4"-28
    		No3/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelSerrated
    Extra Fine
    ,
    Fine
    		0000000000000

    Hex-Head Gripper Screws

    Make quick height adjustments by turning the threaded stud. Screw these grippers into place from above and clamp against them. The serrations penetrate the workpiece surface to hold uneven or irregularly shaped parts.
    Hex with Threaded Stud
    Image of Attribute. Top orientation. Contains Annotated. Hex-Head Gripper Screws.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Hex-Head Gripper Screws.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Extra-Fine Serrations.

    Extra-Fine

    Serrations

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Fine Serrations.

    Fine Serrations

    Extra-Fine Serrations—Extra-fine serrations are closer together than fine serrations for less penetration and a lighter hold on the workpiece.
    Fine Serrations—Fine serrations penetrate the workpiece for aggressive holding.
    Fine Thread—Fine threads are closely spaced for more precise adjustments than coarse threads. They also resist loosening from vibration better than coarse threads.
    Thread
    Head
    Size
    Lg.
    Spacing
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Material
    Each
    Extra-Fine Serrations
    1/4"-20
    		1/2"Coarse
    		5/16"45/64"13/64"7/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    1/4"-20
    		1"Coarse
    		5/16"1 13/64"13/64"7/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    5/16"-18
    		1/2"Coarse
    		3/8"3/4"1/4"1/2"Carbide-Tipped Steel00000000000
    5/16"-18
    		1"Coarse
    		3/8"1 1/4"1/4"1/2"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1/2"Coarse
    		1/2"25/32"9/32"9/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1"Coarse
    		1/2"1 9/32"9/32"9/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    1/2"-13
    		1"Coarse
    		5/8"1 23/64"23/64"3/4"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    1/2"-20
    		1"Fine
    		5/8"1 23/64"23/64"3/4"Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
     
    Fine Serrations
    5/16"-18
    		1/2"Coarse
    		3/8"3/4"1/4"1/2"Carbide-Tipped Steel00000000000
    5/16"-18
    		1"Coarse
    		3/8"1 1/4"1/4"1/2"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    5/16"-24
    		1/2"Fine
    		3/8"3/4"1/4"1/2"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    5/16"-24
    		1"Fine
    		3/8"1 1/4"1/4"1/2"Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1/2"Coarse
    		1/2"25/32"9/32"9/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1"Coarse
    		1/2"1 9/32"9/32"9/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1 1/2"Coarse
    		1/2"1 25/32"9/32"9/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/8"-24
    		1"Fine
    		1/2"1 9/32"9/32"9/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
    1/2"-13
    		1"Coarse
    		5/8"1 23/64"23/64"3/4"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    1/2"-13
    		1 1/2"Coarse
    		5/8"1 55/64"23/64"3/4"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    1/2"-20
    		1"Fine
    		5/8"1 23/64"23/64"3/4"Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
    5/8"-11
    		1"Coarse
    		3/4"1 7/16"7/16"15/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    5/8"-11
    		2"Coarse
    		3/4"2 7/16"7/16"15/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    M8 × 1.25 mm12 mmCoarse
    		9.5 mm18.4 mm6.4 mm13 mmCarbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    M10 × 1.25 mm25 mmFine
    		12.7 mm32.5 mm7.5 mm17 mmCarbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
    M12 × 1.75 mm25 mmCoarse
    		15.9 mm33.7 mm8.7 mm19 mmCarbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
     

    Interchangeable Point Lathe Centers

    Mix and match points and bodies to create a lathe center that suits your job. Use an extractor (sold separately) to remove a point and swap in a new one.
    Center Points
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lathe Centers. Interchangeable Point Lathe Centers, Center Points, Standard Point.

    Standard Point

    Standard Point—Standard points provide tool clearance for CNC applications, making it easier to machine complex shapes and features.
    Dead—Use dead centers in your headstock to support a workpiece when machining between centers. When friction isn’t a concern, you can also use them in the tailstock to support the end of a workpiece. Dead centers don’t spin freely, so they provide a fixed point that stabilizes your workpiece. They can handle heavier loads than live centers. However, under high pressure, they can become lodged in the tailstock. To remove them without damaging your equipment, tighten a hex nut (sold separately) onto the threaded end. Use a wrench to turn the nut against the tailstock and push the center out.
    Carbide-Tipped Steel—Carbide-tipped points are more wear resistant than hardened steel points. They're a good choice for high-volume operations and for holding hard or highly abrasive materials.
    For Machine
    Taper No.
    Point
    Dia.
    Point Tip
    Dia.
    Point
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Standard Point
     
    Dead
    Morse 31"1/2"1 3/8"Carbide-Tipped Steel00000000000000
    Morse 41"1/2"1 3/8"Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
    Morse 51.25"5/8"1 11/16"Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
     

    Set-Screw Grippers

    Screw in from the top to adjust the height or mount from the bottom with a hex key to set the gripping surface flush with the work surface. Clamp against these grippers to maintain a secure hold on uneven or irregularly shaped parts.
    Round Threaded Stud
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Grippers. Set-Screw Grippers.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Extra-Fine Serrations.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Fine Serrations.
    Image of Specification. Hex Drive. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Hex Drive.

    Hex Drive

    Drive
    Thread
    Size
    Dia.
    Ht.
    Size
    Style
    Material
    Each
    Extra-Fine Serrations
    3/8"-16
    		1/4"1/2"3/16"Hex
    		Carbide-Tipped Steel0000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1/4"1"3/16"Hex
    		Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/8"-16
    		1/4"2"3/16"Hex
    		Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
     
    Fine Serrations
    1/2"-13
    		3/8"1"1/4"Hex
    		Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    1/2"-13
    		3/8"2"1/4"Hex
    		Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
    3/4"-10
    		1/2"2"3/8"Hex
    		Carbide-Tipped Steel000000000000
     

    Quick-Change Hole Saw Arbors with Pilot Drill Bit

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Hole Saw Arbors. Quick-Change Hole Saw Arbors with Pilot Drill Bit, For Threaded Arbor Hole.
    Image of Product. Top orientation. Hole Saw Pilot Drill Bits. Quick-Change Hole Saw Arbors with Pilot Drill Bit.

    For

    Threaded

    Arbor

    Hole

    Replacement

    Pilot Drill

    Bits

    A special collar on these arbors helps you quickly swap out tools. These arbors connect your hole saw to a drill or drill press, and they include a pilot drill bit that centers your cut and guides the saw. When the bit gets dull, you can pull it out without any special tools—just pull back on the quick-release collar. These arbors fit all brands of threaded and unthreaded hole saws.
    Carbide-Tipped Steel Pilot Drill Bit—Carbide-tipped steel pilot drill bits last up to twice as long as high-speed steel pilot drill bits.
    Hole Saw Quick Change—Hole saw quick change arbors release your saw without unthreading it—just pull back the collar or push a button.
    Arbors
    Replacement
    Pilot Drill Bits
    Pilot
    Drill Bit
    Shank
    Size
    For Arbor Hole
    Thread Size
    For Hole Saw Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Material
    Includes
    Features
    Each
    Each
    For Threaded Arbor Hole
    11/32"1/2"-20, 5/8"-18
    		9/16" to 6" (14 mm to 152 mm)1/4"4 11/16"Carbide-Tipped SteelPilot Drill BitHole Saw Quick Change, Pilot Drill Bit Quick Release0000000000000000000000000000
     

    Dead Centers

    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Contains Annotated. Lathe Centers. Dead Centers, Standard Point.
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Contains Annotated. Lathe Centers. Dead Centers, Bull-Nose Point.

    Standard Point

    Bull-Nose Point

    Insert these in your headstock to support your workpiece when machining between centers. Unlike live centers, dead centers don’t spin freely, so they give you a fixed point to stabilize your material. You can also use them in the tailstock to support the end of the workpiece when friction isn’t a concern. Made of through-hardened 52100 alloy steel—a material originally developed for bearings—these centers have exceptional hardness, strength, and wear resistance. That means you'll have to replace them less often than centers made of low-quality steel. You can also apply high-pressure grease on the point to reduce friction and wear.
    Bull-Nose Point—Bull-nose centers are ideal for hollow workpieces such as pipe and tubing.
    Carbide-Tipped Steel—Carbide-tipped hardened steel dead centers have better wear resistance than hardened steel dead centers. They’re ideal for high-volume work and holding highly abrasive and hard materials.
    Carbide-Tipped
    Steel
    Machine
    Taper No.
    Point
    Dia.
    Point Tip
    Dia.
    Point
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Total Indicated Runout
    (TIR) Accuracy
    Each
    Standard Point
    Morse 10.475"—1 3/16"3 5/16"0.00005"000000000000000
    Morse 20.7"—1 5/8"4 3/16"0.00005"0000000000000
    Morse 30.938"—2 1/16"5 1/4"0.00005"0000000000000
    Morse 41.231"—2 11/16"6 3/4"0.00005"0000000000000
    Morse 51.748"—3 5/16"8 1/2"0.00005"0000000000000
    Morse 62.494"—4 1/4"11 1/2"0.00005"0000000000000
    Morse 73.27"—5"15"0.00005"000000000000000
     
    Bull-Nose Point
    Morse 32.75"1"2 33/64"5 3/4"0.00005"000000000000000
    Morse 42.75"1"2 33/64"6 9/16"0.00005"000000000000000
     
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