Delivering precision toolmaker lathes – a counterpart to the renowned Hardinge HLV-H
Lights
Sometimes squinting is not an option. Babin Double 5W LED Light Kits
Two lights= NO Shadows! Good lighting can make a big difference in the quality of your machining, especially manual machining. So it’s a shame to see an elaborately equipped shop with nothing more than fluorescent ceiling lights illuminating the workbench. The “Miller Light Bar” and the “Knuckle Mounted Double 5W LED lamp from Babin Machine delivers big time on all the key requirements for excellent task lighting.
The use of two lights eliminate shadows.
This is the most versatile light kit.
Mounted anywhere. Or as shown on the picture above.
Our Customers use it on:
- knee mills
- bed mills
- grinders
The lights mounted on the long 30" steel arms will light up any angle, any part of your work area. Cold light, won't make you sweat.
Two 1/4"-20 holes are required for mounting. 120V is required for using them as intended. 7' cable.
For video instructions click here.
Need more info? Click here.
It is not inexpensive, but it is still cheaper than an eye exam. This is the low effort to install version, no drilling required. For Bridgeport Series I.
Instead of reading more, watch this YouTube video.
Specs:
- 30" steel flex arms
- twin 5W LED lighting
- cold light source
- 1000 Lumens
- 5000K white light
- EZ hold tight positioning
- stays out of the way
- easy mounting
- 7' cable
For Hardinge HLV
$270
The long arms are especially useful when doing a boring job. Not only will you look, but you will also see!
No drilling required, 3 button heads needed and supplied (newer models made after 2000 may have a two hole pattern which aligns with the bracket we provide).
See gallery below to read more about the lights by clicking here.
The two lights will eliminate shadows.
Especially useful during boring operations.
Details regarding the lights
Intensity- lots of lumens shining in the desired direction. The LEDs on the two separate heads together use just 10 watts of power to generate an impressive 1000 lumens, exceeding budget lamps by many times. But you needn’t worry about it overheating – the lamp head gets only a little warm, slightly warm to the touch, as it silently produces a pleasing, 5000K white light. Each COB LED is equivale
Both 30″ flexible steel goose neck arms are covered with a black, non-reflective vinyl shroud and holds its adjustment in any position. The lights can be set to the exact location and angle you desire and will stay put. And unlike with weaker lamps, you don’t have to place this one so close to the work piece that it requires constant readjustment as the work progresses
Everything about the build of this lamp is heavy-duty. The aluminum bar base (no drilling needed to install!) or the right angle knuckle provides a rock solid mounting platform. Just look at the picture, the neck doesn’t sag a bit! Look for the videos on Babin Machine Sales YouTube channel to see how well they hold, regardless of the twist angle.
Way and Bed protection
Accordion Way Cover Kit for Bridgeport Series I
If the ways don't get dirty, you don't have to clean them!
All hardware supplied, follow instructions here.
EZ attach with no holes to drill. Install in minutes!
Save Time and Money by reducing cleanup time and reducing wear on your machine.
Pays for itself in months!
Moves with the table
Your ways are always fully covered.
Front section cover attaches to the wiper plate. Does not cover over the dial when saddle is all the way to the front.
Single Piece Rear section
Continuous rear piece attaches using the saddle wiper plate
Durable
Fabric material is waterproof, fireproof and fungus resistant with a PVC frame.
Felt Wipers
$25
When installing the accordion way cover kit, you can easily replace your felt wipers. A must to keep your ways in good condition. For Bridgeport Series 1 mills.
LayFlat - Table Protector
Affordable insurance for your expensive carbide endmill. Universal table cover.
$80
LayFlat protects carbide and other hardened and expensive tooling from damage when dropped.
At least, it did for me. Don't take my word for it (although you should), try it yourself.
Protects your table, keeps it free of marks caused by tools, dropped items, etc.
Flexible. Shock absorbent. Resistant to chemicals. Hot chips do nothing to it. Will last longer than your machine.
Stays on the table, does not move around. Safe to place tools on for your convenience.
Trim it around your vise. It's easy. And then use that sharp blade to cut it to the exact size you need to cover that table.
Shipped rolled up, flattens out after a few hours.
5/8" slot clearance on table required.
Two 22"x9" pieces are in a kit for 9" wide tables.
Two 24"x10" pieces are in a kit for 10" wide tables.
All other sizes, length, slot sizes, please contact us.
LayFlat Universal table protector on a Bridgeport Series 1
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Hardinge & TML Bed Protector
Protects the bed from accidental tool drops. Moves with the carriage, slides in and out for easy cleaning!
Two Button Heads needed for install are supplied. Installs on Hardinge HLV-H or our TML-5C series high precision lathes.
Does not limit travel, flexible material.
Protects your bed plate from accidental drops and marks. If you drop a collet, your bed plate won't get marked up.
Collects most of the chips falling on the bed. Your wipers stay cleaner and last longer. Makes cleanup easy, slides out, shake it off and slide it back in!
Heat and chemical resistant material.
NiceVise - Kurt DX6 and D688 vise clamp screw protection
With our vise cover, your vise clamp screw stays chip-free, saving you time and hassle.
Attaches securely using magnets.
Durable construction, designed for the Kurt DX6 and D688 vise.
Why spend time cleaning up a mess when you can prevent it in the first place?
Keep your clamp screw free of chips and grime!
Save time and money.
When you need to clean the cover, simply lift it of with all the dirt and wash it.
Resists hot chips! Material is resistant up to 150 Celsius.
- Snaps on
- Easy to clean
- Resistant to coolant, lubricants, oil, etc.
- High Temperature resistant material - up to 150°C
- Saves time & money
- Stackable - use it on vises locked near each other - see the above picture
- Durable construction
“The machinist said it lit up the machine like Yankee Stadium haha… The lights really put the icing on the cake. This is exactly what we wanted. Much appreciated.”
Northrop Grumman | Oct 10, 2017
The Twin 5W knuckle lights are fantastic! They are not over bright, just nice clear white light from both sides and the on/off switch at the top of the light is wonderfully convenient. The light heads are light, small and compact and do not impede with the machine, tooling, handles and the operator.
David B. | Mechanical Engineering Technology | Delaware Tech
We love this light. My father-in-law is a tinker-er and has been bugging me about the light in our shop for years. He's a fan. Thanks again (Knuckle Mounted Style on ATLAS knee mill)
Mike S. | Cutter Innovations Colorado
Good evening Paul, Your timing is good. I slipped the light assembly on the dove tail last night. It does exactly what its supposed to do, I can see what I’m doing. Thank you again,
Keith H. | Paramount Machinery Inc. Ontario
Lights and Way Covers Picture Gallery
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