Lathe Dog, 1/2" - Bent

The 1/2" Bent Tail Lathe Dog is an essential driving accessory engineered for turning workpieces between centers on a metalworking lathe. Featuring a rigid bent tail, it anchors directly into slotted faceplates or drive plates to transfer rotational torque efficiently and prevent slipping during precision machining.

Key Features

• Bent Tail Engagement: Designed to slot directly into faceplate slots without requiring extra driving pins, offering quick setups and solid driving engagement.
• 1/2" Clamping Capacity: Securely holds cylindrical stock and round workpieces up to 1/2 inch (12.7mm) in diameter.
• Sturdy Cast Build: Robust cast construction with an integrated clamping set-screw to resist torque deformation and damp operation vibration.

Specifications

• Maximum Holding Diameter: 1/2" (approx. 12.7mm)
• Cast Length: 58mm
• Type: Bent Tail