by Michael Barnes | Jan 25, 2021 | Product Information
Need machine tool parts rebuilds? LeBlond machine tool rebuilds for your K.O. Lee workhead, spindle or LeBlond Servo Shift bring new life to your equipment and keep it running like new. LeBlond provides spindle, workhead and Servo Shift rebuilds for K.O. Lee and...
by Michael Barnes | Feb 25, 2021 | Product Information
What is the difference between expanding mandrels arbors vs. sleeves? An expanding mandrel arbor is a tapered bar that grips a workpiece, so it can be machined on a lathe or a grinder. An arbor is a stand-alone component. Expanding Mandrel Sleeve A sleeve is a...
by Michael Barnes | Mar 19, 2021 | Tips
The LeBlond lathe serial number and drain plug locations are frequently asked questions when it comes to newer as well as older LeBlond’s. There are two areas to find the serial number on your machine and three locations for the drain plugs in the headstock, gear box...
by Michael Barnes | Feb 14, 2019 | Product Information
When compared to other workholding methods, an expanding mandrel provides more versatility and accuracy. Expanding mandrels are used for grinding, turning, and milling operations and are used in production lines, tool rooms, and even home workshops. Versatility...
by Michael Barnes | Nov 24, 2020 | Product Information
Need a new cutter grinder? Of course, you do! You can invite the KOL-40M or 60M Tool and Cutter Grinder over for the Thanksgiving meal. A new K.O. Lee tool cutter will keep the turkey cutting knife sharp! Sharpen & Grind We are guilty of being tongue-in-cheek, but...
by Michael Barnes | Oct 14, 2020 | Product Information
What is the best drill press? Go with the LeBlond LPD-25VS, an inverter variable speed drilling machine. With our drill press, you can drill holes as well as perform sanding, honing and polishing operations. The LDP-25VS features continuous variable transmission that...
by Diana Coovert | Sep 12, 2020 | Product Information
Need a K.O. Lee expanding mandrel? You are in the right spot! In this post, we detail the history of the company, identify some common K.O. Lee expanding mandrels and explain their features. First, a little history … Company founder Knute Oscar (K.O.) Lee was born...
by Diana Coovert | Sep 21, 2020 | Product Information
A K.O. Lee surface grinding machine will have you as smooth as Cary Grant in an unwrinkled suit fleeing a menacing crop duster in North by Northwest. Or, nowadays, as smooth as Daniel Craig disposing of a baddie as James Bond. Whichever star or mere mortal is...
by Michael Barnes | Jun 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
A metal band saw is an ideal tool for any machinist or machine shop and can cut virtually any type of metal from steel to aluminum. With any metal or any task, it rocks a heavy, durable blade. Horizontal vs. Vertical Metal Band Saw With a horizontal metal band saw...
by Michael Barnes | Apr 7, 2015 | News
U.S. machine tools orders dropped precipitously in January to start off the New Year with a whimper. Domestic machine tool orders totaled $341.17 million and dropped 32.9% from December and -4.8% from the January 2014. The January numbers show that 1,637 machines were...
