MLP is working on producing a “Conveyor Drive Shaft” for the food processing industry.
They begin with a 1-1/2 Square bar material, grade 303 SS, measuring 30” long.
They proceed to turning journals on each end, measuring .9995 -.001, using a 20” x 60” engine lathe with a tail stock for support. The last step will be to add a .25 keyway on the drive end journal.
Watch the chips flying off as it turned from square to round in this short video.
Category Archives: MLP Products
Laser Engraved part
Here is a Stainless steel threaded adapter, 1-1/4 -7 by 7/8-9, produced by MLP. Notice that the part includes a laser engraved part number. Another example of the fine quality work made in the USA by MLP.
Laser Engraved part
ProtoTrac Mill
Another high quality part made in the USA by Mid’Lantic Precision, Inc.
Aluminum casting machined, drilled & tapped in a ProtoTrac Mill. Then the two journals are turned off center in the lathe.