Lathe Indexing and Dividing Plate
2/2025


Planning


First to Modify Spin Indexer


Set the Bore Square to the Table


Set the Mounting Holes in the Base


Set 12 Sine Plate, Mounted Angle Plate


Indicate Spin Indexer


Locate Edges


Drill Holes


Mill Flats for Bolt Nuts


Lathe Indexing Plate Mounted


Drilled 36 Hole Ring and 40 Hole Ring


Used the 40 Ring 9°, To Drill Dividing Plate on the 36 Hole Arc


Cut Lines Every 10°


Mount Indexing Plate To Lathe Spindle


Made Locating Pins


Offered Up The Dividing Plate


More Serious Effort with Shims and Clamps


Left Side Support Are Made


Right Side Support Arm Testing


Right Side Support Arm Finished


Ready to Try Out