The Plain Dead Centre is a precision-engineered machine tool accessory used to support and locate workpieces during turning and machining operations. It is commonly fitted into the tailstock of a lathe machine to provide support to the workpiece and help maintain alignment during machining.
- Precision-engineered centre point design.
- Suitable for conventional lathe operations.
- Provides support for rotating workpieces.
- Helps maintain workpiece alignment during machining.
- Designed for compatible tailstock mounting.
- Robust construction for industrial applications.
- Suitable for general turning operations.
- Supports accurate machining setup.
- Simple and practical design for workshop use.
- Available in different sizes and tapers, depending on the model.
- Conventional lathe machining.
- Shaft turning operations.
- Cylindrical component machining.
- Supporting long workpieces between centres.
- Tool room machining applications.
- Engineering and fabrication workshops.
- General metalworking operations.
- Industrial component manufacturing.
- Provides reliable workpiece support.
- Helps maintain alignment during turning.
- Supports consistent machining results.
- Offers a simple and economical solution.
- Suitable for a wide range of turning applications.
- Helps improve workpiece stability.
- Designed for regular workshop use.
- Available in different configurations to suit machine requirements.
| Name | Shank Taper | L | L1 | ØD | Type of Product | Approx weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAIN DEAD CENTRE MT-1 | MT-1 | 53.5 mm | 26.5 mm | 12.2 mm | – | 0.45 |
| PLAIN DEAD CENTRE MT-2 | MT-2 | 64 mm | 36 mm | 18 mm | – | – |
| PLAIN DEAD CENTRE MT-3 | MT-3 | 84 mm | 44 mm | 24.1 mm | Dead Centre (Plain) | – |
| PLAIN DEAD CENTRE MT-4 | MT-4 | 102.5 mm | 57.5 mm | 31.6 mm | – | – |
| PLAIN DEAD CENTRE MT-5 | MT-5 | 129.5 mm | 70.5 mm | 44.7 mm | – | – |
The Plain Dead Centre is commonly used in lathe machines to support shafts, rods, and other cylindrical workpieces during turning operations. It is particularly useful when machining long components between centres, helping maintain alignment and stability. It is widely used in engineering workshops, tool rooms, maintenance departments, and industrial manufacturing facilities. Since a dead centre does not rotate with the workpiece, suitable lubrication and operating conditions are important to minimise friction and wear.
