Re: Limit switches on a lathe

Thanks for the tips. I use the tailstock a lot for between centres work, so that idea is great.

My conversion is on a 9x20 lathe, which gives me limited amount of space. On other projects I have used the large industrial style limit switches which have large actuation forces (15N). I wanted to use something with a large actuation force so I don't get accidental trips from swarf bumping them, but I can't fit these (30x40x50mm). Does anyone know of a compact limit switch that isn't easily activated? Or some other way to prevent false activations?

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, Leslie Newell <les.newell@...> wrote:
>
> As you already realize, limits on Z aren't that useful. One fairly
> common solution at the chuck end is to have the limit mounted on an
> adjustable clamp. You can then quickly move it to suit your current
> setup. On the other end the best solution is probably a switch that
> trips if you hit the tailstock.