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(02-24-2014, 06:13 AM)Mayhem Wrote: To the left of the drill chucks is a boring bar holder that replaces the lantern holder (or on your case the QCTP). Personally, I'd make a set of sleeves so that you can use smaller type bars in the number 4 QCTP holder. If you have a number 2 QCTP holder, it will have a v-groove running along the length of the bottom of the tool slot, so you can hold round bars.
I'm sure you have a handle on the rest of the items.
I guess I have a number 2 QCTP because I have at least one with the V-groove running along the length of the bottom. I thought that maybe it was for putting the tool at an angle for some reason
I was looking at Tools4Cheap and how do I know what size QCTP I have? I had no idea there were like 6 different sizes lol. I'm such a newb!
EDIT: Looks like I have the 100 series, which I'm guessing were actually bought at T4C after looking at the site. Thanks for all the of the assistance!
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02-27-2014, 10:44 AM
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The 100 series is equivalent to the AXA size QCTP. The tool holder number indicates its intended use. The #1 is for turning/facing/external threading tools. The #2 is for turning/facing tools and boring bars/internal threading tools. The #4 is for boring bars/external threading tools. The #7 is for parting blades etc.
It seems a lot to take in at first but remember that we were all newbie's at one time. I still am! It gets easier to remember things and also think them through to be able to problem solve with time and practice. Remember back to your basic EOD training and you will probably wonder how the hell you got home in one piece, let alone save lives out in the field.
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Oh I know that once I start using the tools I will remember what they all are. Practice makes perfect, or something to close to it, right?
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That funky looking micrometer with the indicator on the frame is...wait for it...an indicating micrometer. They are used in production to inspect parts to see if they are within the specified tolerance.
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Ah ok. My brother (who is a Mechanical Engineer) was telling me that it can be used to measure run out as well. I think he expected me to use it for that more than anything with reloading. Although I'm not sure. He bought it for me and it looks to be nice piece.
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