Gorton Pantograph

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SHostetler

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Question for those knowledgable about pantographs........
I have a chance to pick up a Gorton 3U pantograph that looks to be in good shape. Are these suitable for making interframe folders? Any points to be on the lookout for? Are parts such as collets, cutters, etc readily available? Or should I forget the pantograph and do the interframe manually?

Any info is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Steve Hostetler
 
The Gorton is a wonderful, durable machine. If I could find one for a reasonable price, I would buy it. I believe it uses most standard parts. Very versatile machine.
 
If it's a good price, grab it. Aside from interframes you can use it to help in inlay work, engraving, etc. the thing that I've heard can be tricky is grinding the engraving bits. There's actually a special grinder for that work, but I've never seen one in person. I've got a Gorton in the shop that just needs to be re-assembled....

-d
 
Yes they are good machines if they are in good order. One of the main parts to check are the bearings and shaft play as they are VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE. Some of the parts for these are 1200.00 alone. Mainly the spindle hodler and spindle. Here is a link that shows a fellow restoring one.. Might find it useful. http://www.jamesriser.com/Machinery/GortonPantograph/Restore.html
 
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