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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== | ==Induction== | ||
{{note| | {{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] | To book an induction please fill in [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11Cn8Y4vmnWjj7TVxJYkPtvR0fjt5seOK-RPwSN4DbQA 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. | |||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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*http://www.arceurotrade.co.uk/Catalogue/Machine-Spares/One-Shot-Lubrication-System | *http://www.arceurotrade.co.uk/Catalogue/Machine-Spares/One-Shot-Lubrication-System | ||
*http://www.sorted-uk.com | *http://www.sorted-uk.com | ||
==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:Metalwork]] | [[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: An induction is required to use this tool safelyTo 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.