Depth measuring base for a caliper gauge

I originally posted this as a metal lathe mystery project.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0I8szpZyDE

Cheers Rob

Nice addition to your precision tools accessories. Also thanks for the visual tip on using the tailstock feed for the fine feed during the lathe milling operation.

Hi Paul,

I wondered how many would pick up on that - you're the first.

While it allows precision advancement of the carriage, it also has several other important benefits:

- It prevents the mill slide from canting back, as you apply all pressure at the centre spindle line of the lathe.

- It reduces chatter as the mill slide is braced at the back/centre line.

Advancing the saddle with the carriage hand wheel is not a good idea, for all of the above reasons.

Cheers Rob

Thanks xynudu! We've added your Depth Measuring Caliper Base to our Measuring and Marking category, as well as to your builder page: xynudu's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

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Hi Rob,

A neat project and a very well-done video. Your Depth Measuring Caliper Base is our 'Best Documented Build' for February, 2016!

You'll be receiving a $35 online gift card.

Just send me your email address (via PM) and we'll get things processed directly.

Congrats!

Ken