Specifications
Function
Feed Engage / Disengage Mechanism
Worm Wheel Material
Bronze (High Wear Resistance)
Worm Gear Material
Hardened Alloy Steel
Housing Material
Cast Iron
Product Name
Worm Gear Cradle Assembly
Model
B-01-17
Packing Size
150x150x100 mm
Gear Type
Worm + Spur Gear Combination
Operation
Smooth, Low Noise, Vibration-Free
Weight Approx
2.5 Kgs
Description
The Feed Engage Worm Gear Cradle Set (Model B1-17) is an essential part of the feed transmission assembly used in vertical milling machines, especially Bridgeport-type and M1TR turret mills.
This cradle set includes:
- A precision-machined bronze worm wheel,
- Hardened steel worm gear,
- Cradle housing made from strong cast iron,
- Secondary steel spur gears for proper meshing and torque transmission.
The cradle provides accurate gear alignment and maintains constant pressure between the worm and worm wheel, ensuring smooth feed engagement without vibration or slippage.
It is used to activate/disengage the automatic feed during milling operations, improving operator efficiency and machine accuracy.
Compatibility:
- Bridgeport-Type Vertical Milling Machines
- M1TR Turret Milling Machines (Indian & Taiwanese Models)
- Vertical Turret Milling Machine Feed Box Assemblies
- Standard Auto-Feed Mechanism equipped milling machines
- Machines using B1-17 feed engagement module
- RFC, Huron-type compatible feed systems (where B1-17 cradle design matches)
- Feed transmission assemblies with worm + spur gear engagement
- Replacement part for most universal turret mills in the 2HP–3HP range
- Compatible with machines using bronze worm-wheel cradle setup
Features:
- Complete cradle assembly ready for installation
- Bronze worm wheel for excellent wear resistance
- Hardened alloy steel worm gear for long life
- High-strength cast iron housing
- Smooth feed engagement and noise-free operation
- Perfect fit for standard turret/vertical mills
- Designed for high-load, continuous feed usage
Advantages:
- Stable and accurate auto-feed movement
- Long service life due to bronze + hardened steel combination
- Reduced backlash and vibration
- Easy alignment and smooth operation
- Direct replacement for B1-17 model machines
Applications:
- Vertical milling machine automatic feed engagement
- Bridgeport-type milling machine feed box
- Turret milling machine feed transmission
- Auto feed engage/disengage mechanism
- Feed control system repair & maintenance

