Indexing head
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An indexing head, also known as a dividing head or spiral head, is a specialized tool that allows a workpiece to be circularly indexed; that is, easily and precisely rotated to preset angles or circul
Indexing head and tailstock set up on a milling machine's table.
Interchangeable indexing plates
A dividing head mounted on the table of a small milling machine. The direct indexing plate and center are visible facing the camera. An interchangeable indexing plate is visible on the left side.
Lathe center
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A lathe center, often shortened to center, is a tool that has been ground to a point to accurately position a workpiece on an axis. They usually have an included angle of 60°, but in heavy machining s
Dead center (the conical piece) mounted in the spindle of a lathe and being used to support a workpiece being driven by a carrier setup
Revolving (live) center (top) Dead center with carbide insert (bottom)
Turning between centres