Mt3 Medium Duty Live Center Set for 3MT Lathes
✔️ High-carbon MT3 live center, 0.0006in accuracy, 6 tips + wrench
This MT3 medium-duty live center set is designed for turning and live center work on 3MT Morse-taper lathes. It's ideal for CNC lathes, mid-speed lathes, and manual lathes, providing precise tailstock support for long, delicate workpieces.
✅ MT3 Morse taper shank for compatible tailstocks
✅ High-carbon steel construction for long life and heavy-duty work
✅ Needle roller bearing for high accuracy and balance
✅ Accuracy 0.0006 in (0.015 mm)
✅ Includes 1 live center shank, 6 tips, 1 wrench, and storage box
✅ Compatible with CNC lathes, mid-speed lathes, and manual lathes
💡 What is a live center used for in metal turning?
It’s a handy device that supports rotating workpieces in lathe turning, helping keep parts centered and reducing runout.
- Helps center long shafts for straight, accurate turning
- Reduces vibration and chatter during high-speed turning
- Interchangeable tips let you adapt to different end-shapes
