The design was done in 1936 and the knee mills went on sale in 1938. Bridgeport knee mill parts the official knee mill and knee mill parts supplier. That was more than i wanted to throw at my old bridgeport. Contact us user manuals brochures workholding catalogs 8008438801. The bridgeport knee mill series i is the most popular vertical milling machine ever made with over 370,000 machines built over the past 70plus years. Date start sn end sn 1938 bh1 thru bh39 round ram 1939 bh40 thru bh252 1940 bh253 thru bh656 1941 bh657 thru bh1549 1942 bh560 thru bh2943 1943 bh. Spar remove the bracket assembly from the reading head, and the encoder from the spar. The companys manual milling machines have been so successful that the term bridgeport is often used to refer to any vertical milling machine of the same configuration, regardless of make. A bridgeport mill is a standard manual knee type vertical milling machine. For approximately 5060% of a new bridgeport mill we also offer an opportunity to tradein your well used bridgeport mill with a purchase of a rebuilt bridgeport mill. Acurite dro2 axis,scale on x axis of dro needs replaced but works except for at end of table about 8 from right end. Quill housing assembly bridgeport knee mill parts in stock. The bridgeport series i knee mill is the most popular mill ever made with over 370,000 machines built over the past 70plus years.
In 2002 at machine serial number br247388 hardinge took over the rights to bridgeport s knee mill designs on a 7year arrangement and then, in november 2004, acquired full rights to the bridgeport name to join hardingebranded highprecision lathes, kellenberger cylindrical grinding machines, hauser jig grinders, tschudin highproduction. The new bridgeport knee mill for sale standard package 2 is the original milling, drilling and boring machine. Each ball nut assembly of the rockford preloaded unit has one circuit of 3 12 turns of ball bearings. It continues to fulfill the industrys need for an accurate, reliable, and versatile mill. Bridgeport mill parts a bridgeport mill parts b how to square the bridgeport head with the table playlist videos on the mill by tubalcainmrpete222. You will see that there is small flat spot underneath the micrometer rod. Bridgeport series 1 milling machine full manual this is the full manual from hardinge, who have taken over bridgeports parts, sales and service. Much of the information presented in this document is from my own personal experiences, and all of the images that are located throughout the document were taken by me using a nikon coolpix 4300 and a nikon d70s. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Whether it be for the base, head or motor, we carry a large inventory of parts for your mill. All part numbers and images were scanned from a bridgeport operators manual. Bridgeport series ii vertical knee mill knee z axis. Shopping around and waiting for deals may help lower that cost, but you should still expect to end up in this margin for a readytogo mill. Rebuilt bridgeport mills for sale bridgeport machine.
Use the knee mill parts list to find your part serial number 4301 and older series 1 parts list serial number 4302m and newer series 1 parts list. Bridgeport series ii knee mill with acurite 200s 3axis. Hardinge is the only authorized provider of bridgeport knee mills, parts and service. Align heavy duty z axis knee travel power feed units for most knee type milling machines. Used to be able to pick up series 1 and 2 cnc bridgeports for cheap if they had dead controls, so it was usually better to sell the manual and buy a series 1 or 2 and retrofit mach to it. Fits our precision matthews mill models pm935t, pm942, pm949, pm950 950v needs adapter shaft, please note at time of order if ordered for our 950v, pm1054, etc. Supplier of new parts for bridgeport series i milling machines, some used parts. In the works is a bridgeport repair and troubleshooting page, with how tos and other handy nice to have information. Dmvh model also offers horizontal and vertical spindle in a heavyduty knee mill. This machine is surplus and is not needed any longer. If you cannot find the part you are looking for give us a call at 8002855271 and one of our helpful staff personal will help you find exactly the part you.
This covers all aspects of parts, maintenance, operation and installation. The mill became known by the companys name bridgeport which, like kleenex, became the generic signifier for mills of similar design. Drill and tap bracket mounting hole locations for 1420 x 12 deep. Bridgeport series 1 milling machine full manual blue chip. The second is that ball screws will make the machine a pain to use as a manual, since you will need to lock each axis that you arent using or it will move on you. Jul 31, 2016 i am getting a bridgeport series 1 manual knee mill with variable speed head this weekend. Bridgeport m156 student manual milling drilling machines. Its about the best literature available for your series 1. Position the table with x and y cranks so the spindle nose goes into the vise jaws crank the knee up so the bottom of the spindle sets inside the vise jaws clamp the vise jaws onto the bottom of the spindle. Bridgeport knee mill in milling machines for sale in stock. The serial number is on the knee of the machine it can be obscured by the chip shield. Bridgeport series 1 milling machine full manual blue.
Date start sn end sn 1938 bh1 thru bh39 round ram 1939 bh40 thru bh252 1940 bh253 thru bh656 1941 bh657 thru bh1549 1942 bh560 thru bh2943 1943 bh944 thru bh4105 1944 bh4106 thru bh4997 1945. Quill housing assembly bridgeport knee mill parts in. The first bridgeport milling machine serial number 1 is on display at the museum. Reproduction of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permis. The machine dates back to the early 80s, it was barely used and babied when run. Bridgeport series i vertical knee mill knee z axis adjust the bracket assembly to the side of the knee. Transfer punch the mounting hole locations to the knee. Order your customized rebuilt bridgeport mill today. I have replacement bearings that will come with the machine. This document was created during the rebuild of my personal 1963 bridgeport series i jhead, stepped pulley mill. Fits most knee type mills made, including bridgeport and most variations. Your source for bridgeport parts, mill accessories, and servo power feed. Bridgeport series i hardinge bridgeport 3 hp standard. Bridgeport series i vertical knee mill knee z axis transfer punch mounting hole location.
Mar 15, 2015 a knee mill bridgeport converted to cnc will cost anywhere from 10k25k. Excello knee mill sn 6021702 general specifications. The reason that many people refer to a manual mill simply as a bridgeport is because its one of the most famous brand names thats found in most machine shops. Bridgeport mill machine with 48in table i was looking for one of these and finally got it, so i decided to share with you guys in case someone needs it. This used mill is available for purchase so please call industrial mac. We have transformed thousands of bridgeport and similar knee type milling machines from outdated manual machines to highly productive prototrak cncs. Find bridgeport, birmingham, and tree for sale on machinio. Variable speed this machine has been in operation and is currently under power. Best path to cnc a bridgeport knee mill no, no no, not what.
Bridgeport vise, turntable, work clamps, work light, colletstable length 49ta. Crank the knee up so the bottom of the spindle sets inside the vise jaws clamp the vise jaws onto the bottom of the spindle. Table 9 x 36 volt 220 phase 3 spindle taper r8 equipped with. Bridgeport series 1 manual knee millvariable speed pulley 4 ranges. All r8 collets and keyed and keyless drill chucks come with at. Kent usa manual knee mills are affordable, versatile, and easy to operate. This manual carries additional safety precautions and warnings. Bridgeport is a registered trademark of bridgeport machines, limited. Bridgeport manuals instruction manual and user guide for bridgeport. The bridgeport series i standard knee mill is the most popular milling. This bridgeport mill demo displays basic functions and operation of a bridgeport mill. Servo power feeds servo precision drills servo precision drill parts variable freq drives servo vfd package servo vfd plus. Bridgeport milling machine manual the curious forge.
Bridgeport manuals series 1, j head series 1, 2j head bridgeport parts series 1, 1 12 and 2hp bridgeport 6f8f electronic power feeds varidrive rebuild kits vari drive repair kits series 2 4 hp servo products co. Bridgeport manuals series 1, j head series 1, 2j head bridgeport parts series 1, 1 12 and 2hp bridgeport 6f8f electronic power feeds varidrive rebuild kits. Prototrak cnc knee mill retrofits for manual machines. Installation, operation, maintenance, and parts list series i milling machines revised. Bridge port milling machine manual the curious forge. Now crank the knee all the way up to the bottom of the head. Bridgeport is a registered trademark of hardinge inc. Once upon a time in bridgeport, connecticut, there lived a man named rudolph bannow who conceived the now classic bridgeport mill. Cnc supra vertical knee milling machine catalogue cnc.
Rockford ball screw manufactures preloaded ball screw kits for bridgeport standard series 1 mills and knee mill clones. You will be able to perform practically any milling operation on a knee mill. The newer and nicer setup the more expensive it will be. Floor model knee mill conversion kit microkinetics. Bridgeport knee mill in milling machines for sale in. The companys manual milling machines have been so successful that the term bridgeport is often used to refer to any vertical milling machine of the same configuration, regardless. They became famous as the standard for manual milling machines, and that fame continues to this day. Bridgeport manuals series 1, j head series 1, 2j head bridgeport parts series 1, 1 12 and 2hp.
The infinitely variable speed control is paired with quiet vbelt drive operation. Serial number, variable speed or step pulley, hp, table size, picture, grease or oil system, and any. Bridgeport retrofit kits offer many convenient features. Cnc supra vertical knee milling machine catalogue cnc masters. Manual bridgeport style knee mill for prototyping, repairs, and lowvolume production with drilling and milling head. It has top bearing issues but still runs through all speeds and works fine. Just email the following information to receive the tradein value. You tend to get good money for manual bps dont know why as they are not the best knee mills in the world but suppose the name sells them. For more than 60 years, the bridgeport series i standard the original, allpurpose mill has been the real thing in milling, drilling, and boring for metalworking shops throughout the world.
The knee clamping levers are at the left side of the knee and front of knee. Bridgeport milling machine parts diagrams series ij and 2j. Right hand thread for bridgeport mill, left hand thread for imports. Best path to cnc a bridgeport knee mill no, no no, not.
A ready to run 3 axis cnc bridgeport type knee mill, user friendly master software with gcode file interpreter, x, y, z ball screws with preloaded ball nuts, and the cnc control unit control unit 115 vac 3hp with variable speed control requires single phase 240 vac. Series i is the most popular vertical milling machine ever made with over 370,000 machines built. With experience earned over 30 years, we know how to give you the best possible outcome. The new bridgeport hardinge knee mill model series i standard is the original vertical knee mill, drilling and boring machine. Bridgeport series ii vertical knee mill knee z axis attach the bracket assembly to the knee. This manual covers installation, operation, maintenance, and parts list for bridgeport series i milling machines.
Mar 17, 2021 the bridgeport knee cnc retrofit kit includes the mechanical components needed to automate the knee of a manual bridgeport, jet, enco or most any similar type milling machine for motorized control. This manual covers installation, operation, maintenance, and parts list for. Bridgeport knee mill repair parts quill housing assembly. Contact us user manuals brochures workholding catalogs 8008438801 orders. Align heavy duty z axis knee travel power feed units for most knee type milling machines fits most knee type mills made, including bridgeport and most variations. Mar 29, 2017 the design of the knee mill goes back to 1936, when rudolph bannows company produced a knee andcolumn vertical mill with a rotating turret and slidingram head. The bridgeport series i standard knee mill is the most popular milling, drilling and boring machine in the market, with over 370,000 machines built over the past 70 years. I am hiring a proper machinery mover to help me move it from garage to garage.
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