Maintaining a dynamically balanced spindle is critical to achieving consistent machining performance, particularly at higher spindle speeds. Dynamic balancing ensures that the rotating spindle assembly operates with minimal vibration and centrifugal force.
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Save Big on Replacement and Wear Parts for Your Hard-Working Manufacturing Equipment America is turning 250, and we're celebrating this historic milestone by helping manufacturers keep their equipment running strong. For July 2026, customers can save 25% on select...
How to Select the Right Mandrel for Your Machining Project
In precision machining, workholdings are every bit as important as the cutting tool itself. Even the most accurate CNC lathe cannot produce high-quality parts if the workpiece isn’t held securely and concentrically. That’s why selecting the right mandrel is essential for maximizing accuracy, reducing setup time, and improving surface finish.
Coolant Systems are Cool
Coolant does much more than keep cutting tools cool. A properly maintained coolant system improves surface finish, extends tool life, enhances chip evacuation, and helps maintain the tight dimensional tolerances that customers expect. Unfortunately, many machine shops only pay attention to coolant systems after problems begin to appear.
A Deep Dive into Headstock Performance Checks
A properly functioning headstock lubrication system protects spindle bearings, gears, shafts, and other critical components from premature wear, overheating, and costly downtime.
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Get LeBlond Parts Both Past & Present
Learn about the history of LeBlond parts. See some common OEM parts for LeBlond lathes and learn what they do.
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