{"title":"Live Centers","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eSupport your lathe turning projects with precision revolving live centers designed for smooth rotation, stable workpiece support, and reliable tailstock performance. Our live centers are available in multiple Morse taper sizes, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eMT2, MT3, and MT4\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them suitable for a range of mini lathes, metal lathes, and workshop turning setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eBuilt for turning, centering, and supporting workpieces during machining, these live centers help reduce friction between the workpiece and tailstock while improving alignment and finish quality. Options include standard \u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eprecision revolving live centers\u003c\/strong\u003e with triple-bearing construction, as well as \u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"803\"\u003ebull nose live centers\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for larger center holes, tubing, pipe, and hollow workpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bull-nose-live-center","title":"Bull Nose Live Center MT2 \u0026 MT3 Morse Taper Tailstock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ebull nose live center\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized revolving tailstock center designed for turning hollow workpieces — pipe, tubing, and open-ended stock that a standard 60-degree pointed live center would fall into. Fits directly into your lathe tailstock quill. Available in MT2 (mini lathe) and MT3 (bench lathe) tapers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT2 — $28.95\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fits mini and bench lathe tailstocks (Morse Taper #2). Compatible with Harbor Freight 7x10\/7x12, Sieg C2\/SC2\/C3, Grizzly G0765\/G8688\/G0602, LittleMachineShop HiTorque 7x16, Autobox 7x14\/8x16, South Bend 9\", Atlas\/Craftsman 12\"x36\", Jet BD-X Series, Logan 200\/400, and similar lathes with MT2 tailstocks. SKU: BNLC-MT2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT3 — $32.95\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fits bench lathe tailstocks (Morse Taper #3). Compatible with Grizzly G4000\/G4002, Precision Matthews PM-1022V, and similar bench lathes with MT3 tailstocks. SKU: BNLC-MT3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBull nose face design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Large-diameter flat face supports the rim of pipe and hollow stock — stock that a 60-degree pointed center cannot hold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-loaded ball bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Revolving center rotates with the workpiece, eliminating friction-generated heat at high surface speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened alloy steel body\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ground and hardened for dimensional stability and long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTang-type Morse Taper shank\u003c\/strong\u003e: Self-ejecting tang end for quick installation and removal from lathe tailstock quill using a drift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo taper options\u003c\/strong\u003e: MT2 for mini lathes, MT3 for bench lathes — select the taper that matches your machine's tailstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports pipe and tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nose face accommodates hollow stock as small as 1\/2 in. ID up to 2-1\/2 in. OD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter type: Bull Nose Live (Revolving) Center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose design: Large flat bull nose face (NOT a 60-degree point)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaper shank: MT2 or MT3 Morse Taper, Tang type (self-ejecting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearings: Pre-loaded ball bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody material: Hardened alloy steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe\/tubing support range: approx. 1\/2 in. to 2-1\/2 in. diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU (MT2): BNLC-MT2 | Price: $28.95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU (MT3): BNLC-MT3 | Price: $32.95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect the taper size that matches your lathe's tailstock. If your lathe is not listed below, message us with your model number and we will confirm fit before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMT2 Tailstock — fits these mini and small bench lathes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarbor Freight 7x10 (#93212) and 7x12 (#44142)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSieg C2, SC2, C3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrizzly G0765 (7x14), G8688 (7x12), and G0602\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittleMachineShop HiTorque 7x16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutobox 7x14 and 8x16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro-Mark 7x16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral Machinery 7x10 and 7x12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Bend 9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas \/ Craftsman 12\"x36\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJet BD-X Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLogan 200 \/ 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMT3 Tailstock — fits these bench lathes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrizzly G4000, G4002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Matthews PM-1022V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot sure which taper your lathe has? Check the tailstock quill bore — MT2 opening is approximately 0.700\" diameter at the mouth; MT3 is approximately 0.938\" diameter. Or send us your machine model and we will look it up for you.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Bull Nose Live Center (MT2 or MT3, as selected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo additional hardware required. Installs directly into your lathe tailstock quill. A center drill is not needed for hollow stock — the bull nose face contacts the outer rim directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a bull nose live center and when do I need one instead of a standard live center?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A standard live center has a 60-degree pointed tip. It requires a center-drilled hole in the workpiece to locate it. A bull nose live center has a flat or recessed face instead of a point. It contacts the outer rim of hollow stock — pipe, tubing, or any hollow workpiece where the center is open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know if I need MT2 or MT3?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The taper size must match your lathe's tailstock. Most mini lathes in the 7x10 to 8x16 range — including Harbor Freight, Sieg, Grizzly G0765, and Autobox 7x14\/8x16 — use an MT2 tailstock. Larger bench lathes like the Grizzly G4000 and Precision Matthews PM-1022V use MT3. If you are unsure, look up your lathe's spec sheet or measure the tailstock quill bore opening: MT2 is approximately 0.700\" at the mouth, MT3 is approximately 0.938\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a tang-type or drawbar-type shank? Will it fit my tailstock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This bull nose live center uses a tang-type Morse Taper shank (sometimes called self-ejecting). This is the correct type for lathe tailstocks. To install, push the tapered shank into your tailstock quill and the friction of the taper locks it in place. To remove, retract the quill until the built-in drift slot ejects the center, or insert a drift through the slot and tap it out. Do NOT use a drawbar-type center in a tailstock — those are for spindles with through-holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What size pipe or tubing can this support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The bull nose face supports hollow stock approximately 1\/2 in. to 2-1\/2 in. in outer diameter. Smaller tubing may require a step fixture or custom adapter; stock larger than 2-1\/2 in. OD may contact the body before the face engages properly. If you are working with non-standard sizes, message us with your tubing OD and we can advise.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autobox","offers":[{"title":"MT2","offer_id":46727466614921,"sku":"SXDJ-MT2","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"MT3","offer_id":46727466647689,"sku":"SXDJ-MT3","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/4923\/5593\/files\/otheraccessories-livecenter-bullnoselivecenter-mt2.jpg?v=1778735729"},{"product_id":"live-center","title":"Revolving Live Center Lathe Tool — MT2, MT3, MT4 Morse Taper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA live center lathe tool supports the free end of a long workpiece in the tailstock, letting it rotate freely on preloaded ball bearings — no friction heating, no workpiece marking. Unlike a dead center, the 60° hardened tip rotates with the workpiece, so you can run at normal turning speeds without stopping to lubricate. Select MT2 (mini lathe), MT3 (bench lathe), or MT4 (larger bench lathe) to match your tailstock taper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT2\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits mini and bench lathe tailstocks (e.g., Sieg C2\/SC2\/C3, Harbor Freight 7x10\/7x12, Grizzly G0765\/G0602\/G8688, South Bend 9\", Atlas\/Craftsman 12x36, Jet BD-X Series, Autobox 7x14\/8x16)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT3\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits larger bench lathe tailstocks (e.g., Grizzly G4000\/G4002, Precision Matthews PM-1022V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT4\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits larger floor-model lathes — contact us to confirm fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e60° hardened point — standard angle for center-drilled workpieces in metal and wood lathes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreloaded ball bearings support the rotating tip — eliminates friction heat at turning speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMorse Taper shank with tang end — ejects with a standard lathe drift, no drawbar required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree taper sizes available (MT2, MT3, MT4) — one listing covers mini lathe through larger bench lathe\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardened steel tip and body — resists deformation under axial tailstock pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlso fits bench-top drill presses with matching MT2 or MT3 spindle taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMT2, MT3, or MT4 (select above)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoint angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShank end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTang type (self-ejecting with drift)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearing type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreloaded ball bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTip material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLathe tailstock between-centers support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the taper size to your tailstock — not your headstock. Most lathes have a smaller tailstock taper than their headstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT2 tailstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autobox 7x14 \/ 8x16, Harbor Freight 7x10 (#93212), Harbor Freight 7x12 (#44142), Sieg C2 \/ SC2 \/ C3, Central Machinery 7x10 \/ 7x12, Grizzly G0602, Grizzly G0765 (7x14), Grizzly G8688 (7x12), Micro-Mark 7x16, LittleMachineShop HiTorque 7x16, Atlas \/ Craftsman 12x36, South Bend 9\", Logan 200 \/ 400, Jet BD-X Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT3 tailstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grizzly G4000 \/ G4002, Precision Matthews PM-1022V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMT4 tailstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger bench and floor lathes with MT4 tailstock quill — message us with your model to confirm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure if it fits?\u003c\/strong\u003e Message us with your machine model — we'll confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1× Live Center in your selected taper (MT2, MT3, or MT4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Live center vs dead center — what's the difference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A live center (also called a revolving center) has internal ball bearings so the tip rotates with the workpiece. A dead center does not rotate — it requires slow speeds and frequent lubrication to avoid burning the workpiece. For most metal and wood turning, a live center is the standard choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which taper do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Check your lathe's tailstock taper — typically stamped on the quill or listed in the manual. MT2 fits most 7x10 through 8x16 mini lathes. MT3 fits most bench lathes (South Bend 9\", Grizzly G4000, Jet BD-X). MT4 fits larger bench lathes. Note: your tailstock taper is usually smaller than your headstock taper — do not confuse the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need a center drill before using a live center?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The workpiece end must have a center-drilled pilot hole (60° countersink) before the live center tip can seat properly. Without it the tip will skate off center and damage the workpiece. See our 7 PC HSS Center Drill Bit Set if you need one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I remove the live center from the tailstock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Use a lathe drift — insert it through the tailstock's ejector slot and tap to push the tang end out. Do not use a drawbar; these are tang-type shanks, not drawbar-type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this the same as a straight shank live center?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. These are Morse Taper shanks (MT2, MT3, or MT4), not straight shanks. Straight shank live centers are a different product category used in different machine setups. 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