ATS MG-2 Milling Machine Guard | OSHA Compliant Head Mount Safety Shield for Manual Mills | Lexan & Aluminum | Made in USA

ATS Machine Safety Solutions - Head Mount Milling Machine Safety Guard (MG-2)The MG-2 is ATS Machine Safety Solutions' head-mount milling machine chip guard for Bridgeport Series I knee mills and most comparable brands. It mounts to the four existing holes on the quill feed plate using longer bolts supplied with the guard. No drilling, no welding, and no permanent modification to the machine. The articulating arm and 1/4 inch polycarbonate shield protect operators from hot chips and coolant swarf while maintaining full access for setup and cutter changes.SpecificationsMount type: Head mount, bolts to quill feed platePrimary compatibility: Bridgeport Series I, 2.5 to 2.75 inch square bolt patternsFor 3.0 x 3.5 inch quill feed plates: see MG-2TShield: 1/4 inch thick polycarbonate (Lexan), swings 180 degrees openStandard shield size: 9 inchesFrame: CNC billet aluminum and industrial T-slot extrusionArm: Articulating, adjustable to any positionFinish: Safety orange powder coatInterlock: Standard model has no interlock. Interlocked version: MG-2-SK1Country of origin: Made in USAHow to InstallStep 1: Remove the existing bolts from the quill feed selector plateStep 2: Position the MG-2 mounting plate over the selector holesStep 3: Install the supplied longer bolts through the mounting plate into the selectorStep 4: Adjust the articulating arm and shield to cover the cutter areaStep 5: Tighten the locking handles. Typical installation takes 10 minutes or lessFrequently Asked QuestionsWill this fit my Bridgeport? The MG-2 fits most Bridgeport Series I mills with 2.5 to 2.75 inch square quill feed plate bolt patterns. ATS supplies hardware for common machine geometries.What if my quill feed plate has a different bolt pattern? For 3.0 x 3.5 inch plates, see the MG-2T variant. Contact ATS for other non-standard patterns.Does installation require drilling? No. The guard uses the existing quill feed plate bolts with longer replacements.What is the difference between MG-2 and MG-3? MG-2 mounts to the head at the quill feed plate. MG-3 mounts to the ram, leaving the head area completely clear.Is there an interlocked version? Yes. MG-2-SK1 adds a safety interlock switch that stops the spindle when the guard is opened.Can I add a work light or coolant nozzle? Yes. The T-slot extrusion accepts standard T-slot accessories.

• Shields operators from hot chips, coolant, and rotating spindles on manual mills: Articulating arm positions the Lexan over the cutter and swings 180 degrees open for part access. Addresses OSHA 1910.212 milling machine guarding.
• Installs in 10 minutes using existing holes on your quill feed plate: Mounts to the four existing holes using longer hardware supplied with the guard. No drilling into the machine. Fully reversible with no permanent modification.
• 6061 billet aluminum frame with PPG OSHA Safety Orange powder coat: T-slot extrusion resists shop vibration, coolant, and chip buildup without losing adjustment. T-slot accepts work lights and coolant nozzle accessories.
• Fits Bridgeport Series I and most knee mills with 2.5 to 2.75 inch bolt patterns: Head mount stays stationary while the spindle moves. For 3.0 x 3.5 inch plates, see MG-2T. For ram-mount installation, see the MG-3.
• Backed by a 1-year warranty, and only the Lexan shield ever needs replacing: The 6061 aluminum frame is a permanent installation that outlasts the mill. Replacement Lexan shields stocked and affordable. Interlocked version MG-2-SK1 available.