Rockford Systems, Inc. offers a complete line of lathe shields, allowing you to meet OSHA and ANSI safety standards. These shields are available in a wide variety of sizes to fit your lathe guarding needs.
Electrically Interlocked Heavy-Duty Lathe Chuck Shields
These electrically interlocked heavy-duty shields are for lathe chucks. When the lathe chuck shield is lifted up, the positive contacts on the microswitch open, sending a stop signal to the machine control. The safety mircroswitch electrical wires are furnished with a protective sheath and connect to the safety circuit of the machine that switches off the control to the movement of the chuck. All safety microswitches are mounted in an enclosed housing with an enclosure rating of IP 67. More information/order
Electrically Interlocked Heavy-Duty Crosslide/Carriage Travel Shields
These are electrically interlocked heavy-duty crosslide/carriage travel shields. When the shield is swung out of position, the positive contacts on the microswitch open, sending a stop signal to the machine control. The safety mircroswitch electrical wires are furnished with a protective sheath and connect to the safety circuit of the machine that switches off the control to the movement of the chuck. All safety microswitches are mounted in an enclosed housing with an enclosure rating of IP 67. More information/order
Sliding Lathe Chuck Shield
These heavy-duty sliding lathe shields are furnished in four different sizes. They are constructed of high quality, reinforced 12-gauge steel with a polycarbonate window. These shields are available for operator protection on large standard lathes, CNC machines, and OD grinders.
The shields are designed to fit lathes with chucks up to 48" in diameter. Four adjustable flanged mounting posts are provided for easy mounting. These posts are used to securely mount the shield's ball-bearing carriage to the top of the headstock, as illustrated. This means the posts can be attached without interfering with any part of the equipment housed within the headstock. More information/order
Crosslide-Travel Lathe Chuck Shields
These lathe shields mount on and travel with the crosslide for protection when machining long workpieces. The 18-guage reinforced steel housing provides protection from flying chips and coolant. The high-impact polycarbonate window permits visibility into the point of operation. The front portion of the shield hinges up for access. These shields are ideal for lathes with long beds. Special sizes are available on request. More information/order
Lathe chuck wrenches are available in numerous sizes. These self-ejecting wrenches help keep the chuck wrench from being left in the chuck after use.
Small Steel Lathe Chuck Shields
These sturdily constructed steel chuck shields are fabricated of 18-gauge steel with reinforced sides and can be used on smaller lathes that have up to 18 1/2" diameter chucks.
Each shield is furnished with a 1" x 13" mounting rod which can be cut to length if required. This mounting rod is fastened to the headstock of the lathe. The mounting rod is also used to hinge the entire shield. The shield can be lifted and swung up for quick and easy access to the chuck and the part being machined. This shield includes a high-impact polycarbonate window which permits visibility into the point of operation. More information/order
Large Steel Lathe Chuck Shields
These fabricated 18-gauge steel chuck shields with reinforced sides can be used on large lathes that have chucks up to 47" in diameter. They are double hinged for access to the chuck, workpiece, and tool. The front hinged portion can be swung up for workpiece changes, and the entire shield can be hinged back for changing chucks.
Each shield is furnished with a mounting rod, plate and support bar for mounting the shield to the face of the headstock. The rear mounting bracket hinges the entire shield, and the side mounting bracket supports the shield in its normal operating position. More information/order
Transparent Lathe Chuck Shields
These quality-constructed lathe chuck shields have a tough semicircular shape made from high-impact-resistant transparent polycarbonate. The shields themselves are attached to a 1" zinc-plated extension tube. This tube is inserted into a mounting bracket. The shield assembly does not include the mounting bracket.
The semicircular shield covers half the circumference of the lathe chuck because it is mounted an equal distance from the chuck center. Access to the chuck and workpiece is quick and easy. The shield is lifted up and out of the way for the operator. More information/order
Universal Ball & Socket Shields
A variety of these quality-constructed, very versatile chip shields are available for lathes (and other machines). The shield places a barrier between operators or other employees in the area and the flying chips (swarf), sparks, and coolant generated from the tool.
The shields are furnished with heavy universal ball and socket arms to provide simple movement and adjustment. Large polypropylene plastic handles are used for positioning and locking. Arms mount easily to the frame or column of the machine and include standard mounting hardware. More information/order
Flexible Lock-Arm Safety Shields
These flexible lock-arm shields are made of black, premium-grade copolymer that is resistant to coolants and most common chemicals. The modular, segmented arm rotates 360 degrees which provides unlimited adjustment possibilities, and locks in place! These flexible lock-arms are offered in standard sizes of 12", 18", and 24". More information/order
Flexible-Arm Shields
These flexible arms are made of high-quality, heavy-duty 3/4"-diameter spring steel covered with vinyl to protect from grease, oil, and contaminants that could weaken their holding power. They offer virtually unlimited adjustment possibilities and long-term holding power.
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Rigid-Arm Magnetic Base Shields
These rigid-arm magnetic-base shields can be used on lathes, small milling machines, drills, grinders, band saws, etc. These shields can be attached to any ferrous surface on the machine by an 80-lb. pull magnetic base. If a ferrous surface is not available, a mounting plate (3 1/2" x 4 5/8") is also furnished. Large polypropylene plastic handles are used for easy positioning and locking. More information/order
On/Off Magnetic-Base Shields
These versatile On/Off magnet-base shields can be used on lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, or any equipment that has a flat, ferrous mounting surface. The heavy-duty magnetic base is 2 3/4" square with a V-groove and measures 3" high. The 200-lb holding force keeps the shield in place when the magnet is on. If an adequate flat, ferrous mounting surface is not available, an optional steel mounting plate (Part No. FKT-1106; see below) can be permanently attached to the machine to hold the magnetic base. More information/order
Sensing-Saf-Start® (SAFS-300)
This one-box SAFS-300 is designed for installation on 120-V (15-A maximum) machines. When installed correctly, the SAFS-300 will prevent the machine from automatically or unintentionally restarting when a power interruption occurs. The machine cannot restart until power has been restored, the machine has been turned off, and the reset button pushed. More information/order | SAFS-200 also available.