Mill FAQs

Common questions for Mill owners

The drawbar is too short for my machine (PM-25MV, PM-30MV, other small models)
Install the drawbar UNDER the drawbar cap, as in the photo (unscrew cap, insert drawbar into spindle, replace cap) 
Mon, 27 Jan, 2020 at 1:22 PM
What grease do I use for my Mill's spindle bearings?
We recommend Kluber spindle grease. Be sure to load no more than 30% of the bearing with grease, or they will over heat.
Mon, 27 Jan, 2020 at 1:28 PM
My R8 Collets won't fit in the spindle
The following picture is an example. Please refer to the downloadable manual on our website for specific information on how to locate this screw on your ...
Tue, 19 May, 2020 at 3:12 PM
How do I use the blocks (vise keys) that came with my Milling Vise?
VISE KEYS Most precision vises come with key slots on the underside machined exactly parallel to the fixed jaw. Key slots, Figure 3-15, can be a great time ...
Tue, 9 Aug, 2022 at 2:35 PM
My new Power Feed isn't working
The power light on these can be too dim to see easily. so you may think it's not getting power when it is. The speed knob needs to be turned up from zer...
Fri, 29 May, 2020 at 12:17 PM
T-series Knee Mills: Features and Specifications
Table height fully lowered is 34.5 inches.
Fri, 6 Nov, 2020 at 10:05 AM
How do I install a new Quill Return Spring?
https://www.dropbox.com/s/v8j1bzvkypgv5m1/Installing%20Quill%20Return%20Spring.mp4?dl=0
Fri, 30 Oct, 2020 at 9:35 AM
PM-727 Base Dimensions
Side (upside down) Top Bottom
Wed, 16 Dec, 2020 at 10:38 AM
Can I retro-fit a quill DRO to my PM-833 mill?
Here's an example of an installation a customer did with an I-Gauging DRO. The customer made the bracket.
Tue, 19 Jan, 2021 at 12:40 PM