00:00Hey everyone, welcome back to the channel.
00:03If you're tired of wasting time trying to eyeball your workpiece or messing around with paper shims to find that
00:08edge, you are in the right place.
00:10Today, we're diving into the top 5 edge finders for accurate lathe setup, and I've hunted down some incredible deals
00:16that will make your setup process faster, smoother, and way more precise.
00:20Whether you're running a massive CNC or a hobby lathe in the garage, getting that zero-point perfect is everything,
00:26so let's jump right into the best value picks I found.
00:30First up, we have a best seller that is practically flying off the shelves, the Center Finder Touchpoint Sensor.
00:36This one features a titanium coating, which is great for durability, and it's a non-magnetic mechanical design so you
00:43don't have to worry about chips sticking to it.
00:45At just $3.04, it's an absolute steal, especially with a perfect 5-star rating and nearly 5,000 units
00:52sold.
00:53It's the perfect backup tool to keep in your drawer or to grab as a spare so you're never stuck
00:58without one.
01:00Next on the list is a classic workhorse, the CE-420 Mechanical Edgefinder.
01:05This is the standard 10mm shank that fits most mill chucks and collets, and it even comes with a milling
01:10cutter included, which is a nice little bonus.
01:13It's priced at $6.19 and has a solid 4-star rating from over 4,500 buyers.
01:20If you want a reliable, straightforward tool that does exactly what it's supposed to do without any fuss, this is
01:26a great, affordable option for your setup routine.
01:30If you are looking for the absolute lowest barrier to entry, check out this high-quality mechanical edgefinder.
01:36It uses a brass and ceramic contact sensor, which is a bit different from the standard steel tips and can
01:41be great for specific applications.
01:44The price here is a crazy $2.53, and it has a 5-star rating with over 4,200 sales.
01:51For $2.50, you honestly can't go wrong, this is the ultimate budget-friendly tool for hobbyists who still want
01:58accurate results.
02:00For those of you who want something a little more premium, we have this Edgefinder Mechanical 10mm, priced at $11
02:06.22.
02:08It's slightly more expensive, but the build quality is reflected in the perfect 5-star rating and the fact that
02:13nearly 4,000 machinists have picked one up.
02:16It fits both mill and lathe machines and is designed for quickly and accurately locating work edges,
02:21making it a solid investment if you want a tool that feels a bit more substantial in the hand and
02:26lasts a long time.
02:28And rounding out our top 5 is another fantastic titanium non-magnetic option.
02:33This one is a 10mm center finder that is specifically designed for CNC milling and lathe measurement.
02:39It comes in at $5.77 and boasts a 5-star rating from over 3,400 buyers.
02:47It's a great middle-ground choice, more robust than the cheapest options but still very affordable,
02:51and it's perfect for anyone who wants that smooth, non-magnetic titanium finish for consistent performance.
02:57So there you have it, the top 5 edge finders that will save you time and scrap material.
03:03All the links to these exact tools are in the description below,
03:06so be sure to check those out and grab the one that fits your budget.
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03:17Thanks for watching, and I'll see you in the next one.
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