Description

Product Overview

The ALIGN AL-500PY power feed is a Y-axis (cross-feed) drive unit designed for Bridgeport and Bridgeport-style vertical milling machines. It automates table movement in the in-and-out direction, providing consistent feed rates and improved machining precision.

This unit is ideal for increasing productivity and reducing manual effort in milling operations.

Applications

• Bridgeport and clone milling machines
• Toolrooms and machine shops
• Manual mill upgrades
• Precision milling operations

👉 The AL-500PY is designed specifically for cross-feed (Y-axis) table movement

Key Features

• Designed for Y-axis (cross-feed) operation
• Fits Bridgeport-style vertical milling machines
• Variable speed control (~4–160 RPM)
• High torque output (~650 in-lb max)
• Rapid traverse button for fast positioning
• Travel stops and limit switches included
• Built-in overload/slip clutch protection
• Easy installation and maintenance

Why This Product Matters

Manual table movement:

• Is inconsistent
• Slows down machining
• Causes operator fatigue

The AL-500PY power feed:

• Provides smooth, consistent feed rates
• Improves surface finish
• Reduces manual effort
• Increases productivity

👉 This is one of the most noticeable upgrades for a manual mill.

When to Use This Power Feed

• When upgrading a manual milling machine
• When performing long or repetitive cuts
• When improving machining consistency
• When reducing operator fatigue

Specifications

• Model: AL-500PY
• Axis: Y-axis (cross feed)
• Voltage: 110V, single phase
• Speed Range: ~4–160 RPM
• Torque: ~150 avg / 650 in-lb max
• Compatibility: Bridgeport-style 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.