Thread: Lathing Hex Stock
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Unread 05-02-2009, 09:37
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Re: Lathing Hex Stock
I don't see why not. All it takes is a lathe, a qualified operator, and some time and energy.

We made a shaft for a small transmission for a FP motor by using 3/8" alumnium hex stock, and turning the ends down to 3/8" round to fit into bearings. We were able to get it concentric enough just using the 3 jaw chuck to hold the hex.