Description
Product Overview
The ALIGN AL-500PZ power feed is a Z-axis (knee) drive unit designed for Bridgeport and Bridgeport-style vertical milling machines. It automates vertical table movement, allowing for smoother operation, improved precision, and reduced manual effort.
This unit is ideal for shops looking to increase productivity and maintain consistent feed rates during machining operations.
Applications
- Bridgeport and clone milling machines
- Toolrooms and machine shops
- CNC retrofit or manual mill upgrades
- Precision milling operations
👉 The AL-500PZ is specifically designed to control knee movement on vertical mills
Key Features
- Designed for Z-axis (knee) movement
- Fits Bridgeport-style vertical milling machines
- Variable speed control (approx. 4–160 RPM)
- High torque output for lifting loads
- Rapid traverse button for fast positioning
- Travel stops and limit switches included
- Built-in protection (slip clutch / overload protection)
- Easy installation and maintenance
Why This Product Matters
Manual knee adjustment on a mill:
- Is slow and physically demanding
- Lacks consistency
- Reduces productivity
The AL-500PZ power feed:
- Provides smooth, controlled vertical motion
- Improves machining accuracy
- Reduces operator fatigue
- Speeds up setup and operation
👉 This is a major quality-of-life upgrade for any manual mill.
When to Use This Power Feed
- When upgrading a manual Bridgeport mill
- When doing repetitive vertical adjustments
- When improving machining consistency
- When reducing operator fatigue
Specifications
- Model: AL-500PZ
- Axis: Z-axis (knee)
- Voltage: 110V, single phase
- Speed Range: ~4–160 RPM
- Torque: ~150 avg / 650 in-lb max
- Compatibility: Bridgeport-style vertical mills
📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Power Feed?
Not sure if you need X-axis, Y-axis, or Z-axis?
👉 Call us or request a quote—we can help you choose the right power feed for your machine and application.
