Lathe Indexing and Dividing Plate2/2025

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