Change gear possibilities?

[YYCHM]

Good to know, maybe I am missing (not understanding)something with mine. I'll check again tommorow.

The RT has a 90:1 ratio.

 

[DPittman]

The RT has a 90:1 ratio.

Ahh that probably makes the difference

 

[DPittman]

I guess if I'm really serious about it and want even more of a challenge I could attempt the gear on my homemade indexer for my little lathe. It might be worth the bragging rights/badge of honor.

 

[YYCHM]

I guess if I'm really serious about it and want even more of a challenge I could attempt the gear on my homemade indexer for my little lathe. It might be worth the bragging rights/badge of honor.

What dividing head do you have?

 

[DPittman]

BS0
Although I didn't buy from this particular retailer I believe my is exactly the same as this.

VEVOR Dividing Head BS-0 5Inch 3 Jaw Chuck Dividing Head Set Precision Semi Universal Dividing Head for Milling Machine Rotary Table Tailstock Milling Set (5 Inch Chuck) | VEVOR CA

VEVOR Dividing Head features solid cast iron construction, high precision indexing plates, and adjustable headstock for versatile milling and machining tasks.

vevor.ca

 

[PeterT]

Assuming my spreadsheet works, if you have these plates, no solution on 40:1 but 2 solutions on 90:1