Difference between revisions of "Bridgeport Mill"
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+ | |image=File:BridgeportMill-logo.jpg | ||
+ | |manufacturer=Adcock-Shipley | ||
+ | |model=Bridgeport Type J head | ||
+ | |obtained=[https://groups.google.com/d/msg/nottinghack/DYNa8vnsEUQ/5XIaVzURf8QJ Purchased by Hackspace] | ||
+ | |obtaineddate=November 2012 | ||
+ | |location=Metalworking Area | ||
+ | |team=Metalworking | ||
+ | |induction=Yes | ||
+ | |defunct= | ||
+ | |defunctdate= | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | Bridgeport milling machine by Adcock-Shipley of Leicester made in about 1974. | ||
− | + | The mill is very hard to miss, its big and blue and takes up a large portion of the [[Metalworking Area]]. It is a very versatile tool that can be used to accurately machine most metals & plastics. The Hackspace's machine was acquired, cleaned and brought in to use in 2012. | |
− | + | ==Induction== | |
+ | {{note|An [[/Inductions Course|induction]] is required to use this tool safely}} | ||
− | + | To book an induction please fill in [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11Cn8Y4vmnWjj7TVxJYkPtvR0fjt5seOK-RPwSN4DbQA this form] | |
− | http://www.sorted-uk.com | + | [[Bridgeport Mill Induction Checklist]] |
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+ | ===Refresher Video=== | ||
+ | This video gives a great run-down of the features of our Mill and some tips on preventative maintenance. | ||
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+ | {{#widget:YouTube|id=FUt_X-kx4VU|width=640}} | ||
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+ | ==References== | ||
+ | ===Manuals=== | ||
+ | ====Milling Machine==== | ||
+ | A copy of the manual for the bridgeport is available for download here: [[File:Bridgeport-manual.pdf]]. | ||
+ | Please note that we have a Type J head, and so the sections on the 2J2, M and E heads can be safely ignored. | ||
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+ | ====Digital Read Out==== | ||
+ | [[File:Tool Bridgeport DRO.jpg|200px|thumbnail|right|The Digital Read Out]] | ||
+ | The digital read out is a Newall DP7. The manual is available to download on their website: | ||
+ | |||
+ | http://www.newall.com/upload/content/file/DP7%20Display%20Manual.pdf | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Spare Parts=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | Spare parts for the Bridgeport are available from the following websites: | ||
+ | |||
+ | *http://www.arceurotrade.co.uk/Catalogue/Machine-Spares/One-Shot-Lubrication-System | ||
+ | *http://www.sorted-uk.com | ||
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+ | ==Power== | ||
+ | 16Amp 3 Phase supply | ||
+ | [[File:Bridgeport Rating Plate.jpeg|thumb|left|400px|Rating Plate]] | ||
+ | |||
+ | The Bridgeport Mill shares a 3 phase socket with the [[Pantograph Engraving Machine]]. It is located on the ceiling. The Bridgeport Mill should be plugged in by default. | ||
[[Category:Tools and Equipment]] | [[Category:Tools and Equipment]] | ||
− | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Metalwork]] |
Latest revision as of 22:45, 12 August 2019
Bridgeport Mill | |
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Manufacturer | Adcock-Shipley |
Model | Bridgeport Type J head |
Obtained | Purchased by Hackspace (November 2012) |
Location | Metalworking Area |
Team | Metalworking |
Induction Required | Yes (use request form) |
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Bridgeport milling machine by Adcock-Shipley of Leicester made in about 1974.
The mill is very hard to miss, its big and blue and takes up a large portion of the Metalworking Area. It is a very versatile tool that can be used to accurately machine most metals & plastics. The Hackspace's machine was acquired, cleaned and brought in to use in 2012.
Induction
![Note Note](/images/thumb/6/60/Bulbgraph.png/18px-Bulbgraph.png)
To book an induction please fill in this form
Bridgeport Mill Induction Checklist
Refresher Video
This video gives a great run-down of the features of our Mill and some tips on preventative maintenance.
References
Manuals
Milling Machine
A copy of the manual for the bridgeport is available for download here: File:Bridgeport-manual.pdf. Please note that we have a Type J head, and so the sections on the 2J2, M and E heads can be safely ignored.
Digital Read Out
The digital read out is a Newall DP7. The manual is available to download on their website:
http://www.newall.com/upload/content/file/DP7%20Display%20Manual.pdf
Spare Parts
Spare parts for the Bridgeport are available from the following websites:
- http://www.arceurotrade.co.uk/Catalogue/Machine-Spares/One-Shot-Lubrication-System
- http://www.sorted-uk.com
Power
16Amp 3 Phase supply
The Bridgeport Mill shares a 3 phase socket with the Pantograph Engraving Machine. It is located on the ceiling. The Bridgeport Mill should be plugged in by default.