Globe Milling Attachment Part 4: Machining Router Plate

Machining a clone of the incra Magna Lock router plate for my home use. I purchased the router table steel insert plates from Incra and as a challenge to myself resolved to duplicate the magnetic plate design. I purchased the small, round countersunk rare earth magnets and the small flat head cap screws to attach them with. I built the Globe Milling faceplate specifically to take advantage of the increased swing the attachment provides so I could machine projects of this size. Even so I still had to cut off one corner of the plate to clear the saddle on the lathe. it's great to use the shop to make tooling for the shop. The project worked out great and I am exploring the capabilities of the amazing Incra jig. I still haven't had time to learn to edit my videos so some of this gets a little repetitive. Sorry! Not much free time to play with videos and uploads. Will add as I get time.

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• Milling on the lathe
• lathe milling

[3Orthoman]

It's a great system from KRF Company called the Omni-Post. I made the set from plans but they also sell complete plans. You can make as many specialized tool holders you want and they are a great quick change indexable alternative to more expensive systems. 3w[dot]krfcompany[dot]com/over­view

[3Orthoman]

I don't know how to post pictures on YouTube but can help in a number of ways. First, there is a great Yahoo special interest group devoted to Sheldon lathes. They have many files of parts diagrams, photos, discussions, etc. on just about any topic. John Knox was one of the key engineers since 1952 and is an absolute wealth of info. Just Google Yahoo Sheldon lathe. Also, you can see my stop on the UK lathe site (dot)lathes.co.uk/sheldon/. I can get more info if needed

[3Orthoman]

The belt tension is key as the tension must be maintained while raising the spindle up and down. There is an idler pulley on a swing arm under spring tension that can compensate for the change in height. It is this ability to raise and lower the powered spindle that separates this design from the usual milling attachment that raises and lowers the work. No clutches involved. I hope to demo the complete horizontal milling setup. Just haven't had time to post new videos but will do it!

[3Orthoman]

Thanks so much for your interest and comments! This is a great device and I was very fortunate to acquire a complete set in excellent condition after a 3 year search. I discovered it at the following website (which is an outstanding resource if you haven't discovered it yet): 3 w(dot)lathes(dot)co(dot)uk/glo­be/ Interestingly, I was honored that the author featured my Globe Milling attachment on this site! Also, check out the Sheldon Lathe article on the same site as my lathe is also featured.

[Axbent]

I that toot holder on the compound home made or standard Logan? Looks like a good design!

[robert1352]

Hi I was wondering if you could post a picture of your carriage stop.I have a sheldon lathe as well and the carriage stop that came with mine seems to be missing some parts.Thank you very much.

[algae1000]

Thank you for posting this 4 part series. Very nice clean work and shop! These Globe mill attachments look very well built. How does the belt tensioning work when you use the vertical feed? Do the orange pulleys have a clutch in them? I hope you get time for more videos.