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Widin Live Centre - High Speed Rotational - Carbide Tipped - SMC Type - NO.3
| Size | MT3 |
| Head Diameter | 52 |
| Point Length | 30 |
| Point Diameter | 22 |
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Description
The Widin Live Centre is a high-speed rotational live center designed for precise turning on lathes and CNC machines. With a carbide-tipped tip and a robust, precision-built body, it delivers true rotation under demanding cutting conditions. It's ideal for engineers, machinists, hobbyists, and shops that need reliable centering at high speeds.
Available with Morse tapers No. 3 and No. 5, this live center pairs compatibility with performance. The combination of a carbide-tipped tip and special bearings is engineered to minimize runout and manage high-speed rotation, achieving runout as low as 0.00012" (0.003 mm).
- Carbide-Tipped for Durability: The carbide tip resists wear under demanding cuts, delivering long life and consistent centering even in tough materials, reducing tool changes and downtime.
- Special Bearings for High-Speed Rotation: Precisely engineered bearings (No. 3 / No. 5 options) support smooth, stable rotation at high RPM, minimizing vibration and heat for repeatable results.
- Ultra-Low Runout: Achieves runout of 0.00012" (0.003 mm) to ensure accurate centering across the workpiece, improving finish quality and part tolerances.
With this live center, you gain quicker setups, longer service life, and tighter tolerances—helping you finish parts faster, reduce scrap, and maintain consistent results across batches. The Widin Live Centre is designed to deliver dependable performance in high-speed turning tasks, giving you confidence in every job.
Part Numbers
- Protool Part Number
- LC-3SMC
- Brand
- Widin
- Category
- Live Centre
Need cutting data? Call 01732 887334 or email sales@protool-ltd.co.uk.
Delivery
Free UK mainland delivery on orders over £50 ex VAT. In-stock items ordered before 4:30pm are dispatched the same working day. Full delivery information.
Returns
14-day returns on unused stock items in original packaging. Special-order and bespoke tooling is non-returnable. Read our returns policy.
Technical Support
Over 30 years of machining experience behind the counter. Call 01732 887334, Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.
Trade Accounts
Credit accounts, contract pricing and scheduled call-off orders available for trade customers. Apply for an account.
What time are Protool open?
We are open Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5pm.
Do you offer Free Next Day delivery?
Yes! We offer Free Next Day delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 on all orders over £50 ex VAT*. We also offer Free DPD Local Next Day delivery on all orders over £100 ex VAT*.
We also offer the following:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24 — £5.90 (FREE on orders over £50 ex VAT*). Order before 4:30pm for next day delivery. No signature required.
- DPD Local Next Day — £8.00 (FREE on orders over £100 ex VAT*). Standard next day delivery to UK mainland addresses.
- Royal Mail Special Delivery — £12.50. Guaranteed delivery before 1pm the next working day.
- DPD Saturday Delivery — £25.00. Must be ordered on Friday before 4pm. Pre-12pm delivery.
For delivery to Scottish Highlands & Islands, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, or overseas locations, additional charges apply. Please see our delivery page for full details, or call us on 01732 887 334.
*T's & C's and exclusions apply. Please see our delivery page for more information on all our services.
Full Range: Widin Live Centre - High Speed Rotational - Carbide Tipped - SMC Type
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| Product SKU | Size | Head Diameter | Point Length | Point Diameter | Max RPM | Max Load | Concentricity | GL | L2 | L3 | L4 | L5 | C | L | Price | Stock | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC-3SMC Viewing | MT3 | 52 | 30 | 22 | 12000 | 330 | 0.003 | 23.825 | 51 | 5 | 86 | 81 | 10 | 167 | £490.82 | 5 days | |
| LC-4SMC | MT4 | 66 | 41 | 32 | 10000 | 1100 | 0.003 | 31.267 | 55 | 6.5 | 102.5 | 101.5 | 14 | 204 | £635.17 | 5 days | |
| LC-5SMC | MT5 | 82 | 51 | 40 | 8000 | 2200 | 0.005 | 44.399 | 75 | 6.5 | 132.5 | 129.5 | 18 | 262 | £824.89 | 5 days |
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