Using a steel rule for setting internal lathe tools on centre height.

[thehomeengineer]

Hi All
I just wanted to clarify the setup I use for setting internal lathe tools at centre height using the tangent of the stock and a steel rule.
I simply move the tool to the opposite side of the workpiece and set the boring tool on the outer diameter, in the same way as the external tools. If using a boring bar, it is highly unlikely that you would be using a centre to support the work piece. The photo below shows the setup for internal tools.

Thank you again for viewing
The Home Engineer

[DIYer]

Thanks thehomeengineer! We've added your Center Height Setup for Internal Lathe Tool to our Measuring and Marking category,
as well as to your builder page: thehomeengineer's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Center Height Setup for Internal Lathe Tool by thehomeengineer

tags: lathe, height gauge

[Ralphxyz]

That makes perfect sense, thank you.

Ralph