Hi! I am updating my Sieg X3 mill to a larger table using Little Machine Shop's "Long Table Kit, Bench Mill" for the upgrade. Since my machine was an early import from Lathemaster (cerca 2004-5), I am having to having to add compatible X-axis components that were common in later versions of the mill - such as endplate, bearing housing and the like. I also need to do some machining on the supplied lead screw. Depending on how I do it, this will minimally entail drilling a 4mm hole to pin the x-axis clutch or I can to mill a 4mm keyseat for the handle.
My (rather newbie-ish question): Are the Sieg leadscrews hardened? Can I just M2 drill bits and end mills? If I use cobalt drill bits and end mills, will that cause me problems?
My prior experiences have been with aluminum and mild steel, hence the somewhat clueless questions...
Sieg Small Mill X-axis Lead Screws - Hardened?
Sieg Small Mill X-axis Lead Screws - Hardened?
"Hit the screw with a file. if the file marks, HSS will work OK..." (How I learn )
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Re: Sieg Small Mill X-axis Lead Screws - Hardened?
Hit the screw with a file ,if file marks it HSS will work OK.
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Re: Sieg Small Mill X-axis Lead Screws - Hardened?
Gaaak! Why didn't I think of that? Yup, HSS should do just fine... Thanks so much, John!
"Hit the screw with a file. if the file marks, HSS will work OK..." (How I learn )