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A Universal Center Finder is a precision tool used in machining to help locate the exact center of a cylindrical or round workpiece, or to align a tool like a drill or mill to a specific feature on the part. It is often used on milling machines, lathes, or drill presses to set up workpieces accurately before machining operations. Read more...
A Universal Center Finder is a precision tool used in machining to help locate the exact center of a cylindrical or round workpiece, or to align a tool like a drill or mill to a specific feature on the part. It is often used on milling machines, lathes, or drill presses to set up workpieces accurately before machining operations.
Locating the center of a shaft or round part
Aligning a workpiece to the spindle center
Finding hole centers, edges, or scribed lines
Transferring the position of a center punch mark to the machine spindle
Mechanical (or Dial) Center Finders
These often have a pointed tip or a rotating stylus that makes contact with the workpiece, and a dial or indicator needle shows when the tool is perfectly centered.
Optical Center Finders
These use a magnifying lens or crosshair for visual alignment, often in toolroom or high-precision setups.
Electronic or Laser Center Finders
These use sensors or lasers to determine position and are often faster and easier to use, especially in CNC environments.
The term "universal" means the tool is versatile—it can find centers of various shapes, including cylindrical, rectangular, or irregular workpieces, and it can be used on different machines.
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