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Homemade Quick Action Mill Spindle Lock


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Guy Marsden on homemadetools.net
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Homemade quick action mill spindle lock constructed from steel and bar stock, Delrin, Allen bolts, and a spring.
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Mar 05, 2024 11:21 AM
Guy Marsden
I have since added a safety interlock switch that prevents the motor from running if the lock pin is engaged. Works great, I glued a small magnet onto the pin and mounted a reed switch near it. Could have also used a microswitch with a lever.
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DIY Quick Action Mill Spindle Lock - comment on how to build a Quick Action Mill Spindle Lock - 1 comments
Guy Marsden says:
Mar 05, 2024 11:21 AM
I have since added a safety interlock switch that prevents the motor from running if the lock pin is engaged. Works great, I glued a small magnet onto the pin and mounted a reed switch near it. Could have also used a microswitch with a lever.

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