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A metal lathe or metalworking lathe is a large class of lathes designed for precisely machining relatively hard materials. They were originally designed to machine metals; however, with the advent of plastics and other materials, and with their inherent versatility, they are used in a wide range of applications, and a broad range of materials. In machining jargon, where the larger context is already understood, they are usually simply called lathes, or else referred to by more-specific subtype names (toolroom lathe, turret lathe, etc.). These rigid machine tools remove material from a rotating workpiece via the (typically linear) movements of various cutting tools, such as tool bits and drill bits. ConstructionThe design of lathes can vary greatly depending on the intended application; however, basic features are common to most types. These machines consist of (at the least) a headstock, bed, carriage, and tailstock. Better machines are solidly constructed with broad bearing surfaces (slides or ways) for stability, and manufactured with great precision. This helps ensure the components manufactured on the machines can meet the required tolerances and repeatability. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License  metalshop.homestead.com 480px x 640px | 86.80kB [source page]  zhongyang-engrg.com 448px x 348px | 37.80kB [source page] LE8679 Used Stanley Gap Bed Lathe  purplesagetradingpost.com 407px x 442px | 31.30kB [source page] strap I had I need to cut the center out to clear the center balancer bolt and raise that section for clearance That is what the piece of pipe is representing I next drilled the three holes with the mill and put a 3 4 inch hole in the center From Yahoo Image Search: "Lathe (metal)"  lathe-chuck.net unknown Sat, 10 Apr 2010 14:55:23 GM Listen, contribute to and understand about . Metal. Spinning Oneway 400px Jpg. Get involved today. From Google Blog Search: "Lathe (metal)"  news.google.com PassionPerformance.ca ... out of metal that fit onto his motorcycles, and there's just this little piece of heaven in that shop when he's alone with his Vincents and his lathe ... news.google.com Plastics News Dimco-Gray also beefed up its metal -cutting to make metal inserts for knobs. The company bought a new computer numerically controlled lathe with a fully ... news.google.com Rutland Herald "One of our members pulled her table-top lathe outside and started working there and I started hammering on metal for my jewelry inside it just generated ... and more » From Google News Search: "Lathe (metal)" Metal lathe options, and tips on buying Help Me!!? Q. Hello, Im new to machining im taking classes to get certified in lathe, mill, cnc, cad,. Anyways i have a chance to buy a 1973 Clausing 10 inch with a 50 inch bed. Or also he has a Logan from around the same time thats a 12in by 55inch bed. I was wondering which would be the better buy they both look reallly nice and well kept in the pics. Just wondering if anyone had some tips for what to look out for or which one they recommend. Also i can get either one for around $900 negotiable.. Any tips or hints on buying a lathe would be nice and very helpful to me Thanks Nick Asked by nicholas s - Fri Jan 30 17:15:15 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. Those are both quality brands. Of the two, one thing to consider, no matter what the size of machine you buy, the time will come that you will wish for a larger one. You need to take someone along who knows the machines and let him check them out mechanically. In addition to the options all ready mentioned, are the chuck and tail spindle bearings good, the gear box/s full of oil and free of wear metals? Are the motors wired for your shop? These are some examples of what should be looked for. There are many more. Answered by Hondu - Sat Jan 31 13:21:34 2009 old metal engine lathes? Q. i just got a hamilton machine tool company metal lathe and looking for a manual for it . if anyone knows where i can get one please email me. thanks Asked by Big Bob - Sun Jul 9 21:46:25 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. This is not a manual, but perhaps a site that could explain more on lathes. Answered by answermonkey - Mon Jul 10 23:09:35 2006 How to start my own business?
Q. I'm really into motorcycles and I want to start my own business for making aftermarket parts. Parts I have in mind are exhaust systems and suspension components and ignition systems. I already came up with the name. I don't want to share it, because someone might steal it. One BIG problem is I'm 15, but it's my dream to start my own business and work to making quality parts for motorcycles and motocross bikes. Anything else I can do to help start getting somewhere with my business than just having the name and motto? I know how to use AutoCAD and I own a copy of it, so I plan on doing a lot of my drawings there of my parts. I'm currently looking for a minimum wage job to help me raise money to buy a new welder, metal lathe and I wish, a… [cont.] Asked by David M - Fri Jul 31 13:15:26 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments A. I am 20 and I started my own business this spring. It is a lot of hard work but if your doing something you love it is worth it. Cost is definitely your biggest barrier right now, so you're best bet would probably be to hit up family for "investments" Do you currently know how to fabricate from metal? If not, definitely see about taking some classes at your local vo-tech. Usually they let high school students take classes for half a day and it could help build your resume and your skills to have practice like that. Something you might consider that no one wants to think about, is taking your ideas to an established company. Apply for employment and offer suggestions, if your parts or processes are innovative (I e no one else in the… [cont.] Answered by Kittie - Fri Jul 31 13:35:30 2009 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Lathe (metal)" |
