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Widin Live Centre - High Speed Rotational - Carbide Tipped - Nut Type - SMCN Type - NO.3

SKU:LC-3SMCN

The Widin Live Centre is a high-speed, carbide-tipped live center designed for tailstock use on lathes. This nut-type center delivers secure seating and stable support for rotating workpieces, en... Read more ↓
SizeMT3
Head Diameter52
Point Length30
Point Diameter22
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£686.73
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Description

The Widin Live Centre is a high-speed, carbide-tipped live center designed for tailstock use on lathes. This nut-type center delivers secure seating and stable support for rotating workpieces, enabling precise finishes from light cuts to demanding production runs.

Morse taper compatibility is available with No. 3 and No. 5 options, so you can match your spindle without compromise. It features special bearings optimized for high-speed rotation and an exceptionally tight runout of 0.00012 inches (0.003 mm), helping maintain true alignment at speed for consistent results.

  • Ultra-low runout for precise turning: With runout as low as 0.00012" (0.003 mm), you get truer workpiece rotation, smoother finishes, and reduced risk of dimensional error at high speeds.
  • Carbide-tipped for long life: The carbide tip stands up to hard materials and fast cutting, delivering consistent performance and extended service life between regrinds.
  • Nut-type quick-mount with Morse-taper compatibility: Easy, secure installation and stable alignment using No. 3 or No. 5 Morse taps, minimizing setup time and maximizing productive turning time.

Designed for engineers, shops, and hobbyists alike, this live center helps you achieve reliable results, faster setups, and durable performance across a range of turning applications. It supports high-speed operations with dependable bearings and precise alignment, so you can focus on accuracy and finish quality rather than tool maintenance or rework.

Part Numbers

Protool Part Number
LC-3SMCN
Brand
Widin
Category
Live Centre
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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.

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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.

Ask our technical team about this tool

Not sure if this is the right tool for your job? Ask us about speeds and feeds, material suitability, holders or alternatives — 30+ years of machining experience on the other end.

Prefer to talk? Call 01732 887334 — Mon–Thurs 8:30–17:30, Fri 8:30–16:30.

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Product SKUSizeHead DiameterPoint LengthPoint DiameterMax RPMMax LoadConcentricityGLCLNDEFGTPriceStock Order
LC-3SMCN ViewingMT3523022120003000.00323.8253016770515868110£686.73 5 days
LC-4SMCN MT46641321000011000.00331.2674120485556.5102.5101.514£888.86 5 days
LC-5SMCN MT5825140800022000.00544.39951262105756.5132.5129.516£1,154.89 5 days

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