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Varriable Speed Brake Lathe
BL505

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The BL505 combination brake lathe brings speed, precision and versatility to the brake shop. The unique design of this combination lathe allows the operator to change the setup of the brake lathe from rotors to drums and vice versa with unprecedented speed and ease. The BL505 brake lathe handles rotors up to 23 inches and drums up to 24 inches in diameter, giving the BL505 combination lathe the ability to service a wide range of vehicle applications. The BL505 combination brake lathe also offers a heavy-duty bench lathe option to make brake service even faster and easier.

  • Features

    Digi-Cal Option

    Instantly measures drum or rotor dimensions & Helps technicians quickly determine total indicated runout.

    Adjustable Spindle Speeds

    Provides correct speed for all size workpieces & No tools required

    Adjustable Feed Rate

    Dial fast for rapid removal or slow for final surface finish & One-cut pass capable.

    Twin Work Lamps

    Adjustable lamps illuminate both sides of workpiece & Includes built-in deflector shield

    Choice of Lathe Tooling

    Includes positive rake tooling & Durable negative rake tooling available as an option

    Self-Aligning Nut Option

    Speeds setup & Prevents overtightening and mounting errors

    Disc/Drum Control Lockout

    Eliminates potential "crashing" of machine

    Dual Capability

    Handles discs and drums


    Productivity Technology



    • Change from rotors to drums in seconds

      Simple procedure for changing from rotors to drums, fastest in industry

    • Simple spindle speed adjustment

      Quickly adjustable between three working speeds, no tools necessary


    Quick setup speeds brake servicing


    Change from rotors to drums...
    … by loosening clamp screw, removing rotor setup, rotating twin cutter...
    … set up drum service assembly and extend drum boring bar. Fastest in industry!
    Positive rake (standard)
    • Provides faster cutting and reduced chatter
    • Features 3 cutting tips
    Negative rake (optional)
    • More durable and longer life
    • Features 6 cutting tips
    Spindle speed adjustment made simple
    • Quickly adjustable between three working speeds
    • No tools necessary
    • Easy to access
    • Protective housing keeps motor safe from metal chips and debris

    • Customize your lathe

      Choose from a variety of adaptor kits to service most rotors, drums and flywheels

    • Enhanced accuracy

      Adaptor kits available with unparalleled centering ability


    Expand the range of your vehicle applications with additional accessories from Hunter

    Customize your Hunter BL500 series lathe to match your service needs. Select the appropriate adaptor kit to service most rotors, drums and flywheels.
    HunterPro Passenger Car Adaptor Kit
    Consists of hubbed and hubless adaptors covering a whole wide range of applications fitting most passenger car rotors, drums and flywheels, including composites.
    HunterPro Dual QuickChuck™ Adaptor Kit
    Consists of hubbed and hubless adaptors and three-jaw chuck mounting system. Covers a wide range of applications for most rotors, drums and flywheels for passenger cars, light trucks and larger light trucks.
    HunterPro Elite Cone Adaptor Kit
    a wide range of applications for most passenger cars, light truck and larger light trucks, including composites.
    Wrenchless self-aligning nut*
    • Eliminates over-torquing arbor nut
    • Works as arbor spacer and nut
    Dual QuickChuck adaptor
    • Ideal for use with hubless drums
    • Quick setup with unparalleled centering ability

    • Guide the technician

      Digi-cal helps technicians determine the amount of material to remove for a one-cut resurfacing option

    • Greater accuracy and quick calibration

      Calibrate drum and rotor procedure in seconds, prevents accidental removal of excess material


    Digi-Cal instantly measures workpiece dimensions

    • Quickly determines if workpiece should be discarded prior to machining
    • Enables tech to quickly determine total indicated runout
    • Eliminates manual calculation errors

    Measures rotor thickness

    Digi-Cal helps the technician determine the amount of material to remove for a one-cut resurfacing operation.

    Measures drum diameter


    • Durable

      Heavy gauge, all-steel construction gives extra stability

    • Enhance organization

      Rear backboard stores frequently-used adaptors within easy reach



    Heavy-duty bench option* makes brake service fast and easy

    • Heavy gauge, all-steel construction gives extra stability
    • Rear backboard stores frequently-used adaptors within easy reach
    • Large chip collection funnel keeps debris off the floor
    • Optional dust containment system** protects air quality and keeps work area clean

    Bench includes a convenient document holder for operation manual, application charts and other reference materials.

    BL505D-AB shown with HunterPro Level 4 Adaptor Kit, optional storage drawer and Dust Containment System.**

    Dust Containment System*
    20-2122-1
    • Designed to contain brake machining dust and metal particles that can potentially stain wet surfaces in the automotive shop environment
    • Unhinged and quickly removed as needed
    • Access window allows easy viewing of work piece during machining
    Storage drawer
    20-1236-1
    Optional storage drawer allows expansion of tool and accessory storage. Easily bolts in place.
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