Lathe Steady Rest

A heavy duty roller bearing lathe steady rest with an approximate 24 to 25 inch bore capacity, constructed from thick fabricated steel plate with a robust one piece frame and cutout profile. The unit features three roller jaw assemblies mounted on pivot bolt hardware, each with roller bearing contact surfaces for smooth workpiece support. Multiple oval slotted bolt holes are present on the base flange for securing the rest to lathe bed ways. A hinged or split top design allows the rest to be opened for workpiece loading without removing it from the machine. The overall dimensions as visible from the photos indicate an overall width of approximately 30 inches and height of approximately 18 to 20 inches, with a plate thickness estimated at 2 to 3 inches throughout the body structure. No manufacturer name, model number, serial number, or machine brand is marked or visible on any surface. This style of steady rest is commonly used on large engine lathes and floor lathes to support long or heavy workpieces during turning, boring, threading, and similar operations, preventing deflection and vibration during machining. The roller jaw configuration allows the workpiece to rotate freely while remaining supported at a fixed axial position along the lathe bed. Bore diameter is estimated at approximately 24 to 25 inches based on visible tape measure reference. Machine compatibility is unconfirmed and must be verified by the buyer prior to installation.

Stock # 0426-01370