That is a edge finder. Mostly used on a mill. There are YouTube videos on how to use it. Basically, you mount it in your quill or chuck. Spin around 1000 rpm. When the small end of the part touches the edge, it will kick out a bit where the spring holds the two parts together. You now know where the edge of your part is after compensating for the tip diameter. If this is imperial size, that small tip should be 0.200" diameter. That mean you are 0.100" away from the edge. Do both sides of the part. Divide by 2, you will have the center of your part.
Al
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-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected] <[email protected]>
On Behalf Of Louis Vallee
Sent: Wednesday, January 3, 2024 9:02 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: [SouthBendLathe] What is it?
I got this by accidentally. It’s called a center finder or non
magnetic separating rod. It does split and is held together with a
spring in side. Is it related to lathe work and how is it used?
Thank you
From Louis R Vallee