A Tight Fit

Author Walter Ammerman Jr.
Published
December 01, 2000 - 11:00am

Part I: The author discusses how to maintain and repair machine tool spindles and what causes spindles to run out of round. Common sources of out-of-round spindles include loose bearings and improperly ground spacers. In-machine spindle repair is also discussed. Part II: There are three common ways to repair tapered toolholders: regrinding, replacing damaged material and chrome-plating. The author discusses each, along with its price, and gives advice about choosing an option.

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Walter Ammerman Jr. has been regrinding spindles for over 20 years and is president of Spindle Grinding Service Inc., Albion, Michigan.