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a laithe works by a rotating jaw with ur work in the chuck and u can use many laithe tools to cut difrent things off of your work sick bled dont mention
It has a head stock(fixed and is connected to motor) and a tail stock(movable).The tool is moved towards the workpiece (which is driven by motor).Used for making cylindrical sections,tapering,drilling..
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoA CNC lathe is basically the same as a conventional lathe. The major differences are:
- It is controlled by a computer program
- Does not have the manual hand wheels
- Has tool posts that provide placing for multiple cutting tools
- Is usually fully enclosed with sliding doors
The material to be machined into a component along with the drawing of the component is evaluated and a program is written on a computer for machining the component in various steps with the different required tooling.
Once the program is done, it is transferred to the CNC. The program can be directly programmed into the CNC too. Tooling is then selected, mounted and set into the CNC's database so the machine knows exactly where the tip of the tool is in relation to the workpiece.
The CNC is then run without the workpiece and watched by the Setter to ensure there are no irregularities during the machining process. When all is ready and the settings are done, the setter would place the material into the chuck and clamp it.
The machining cycle is started and the setter would do it in steps on the first component in order to adjust some tooling stopping distances, feeds, coolant on/off and tooling offsets.
Once the first component is finished, the production cycle is started. The operator then puts the material into the machine and pushes the start button and will remove the completed component without human interference. The components are often checked for accuracy and adjustments are made when necessary.
The program of a CNC composes of sets of commands that tells the machine what-, when-, how fast-, and with what tooling to do a certain operation. Also What should be turned on or off at the time.
These commands control relays, servo motors, solenoids, hydraulic valves, etc to achieve the multiple operations of the machine.
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∙ 10y agoThe three basic operations that can be performed on both a metal or wood lathe machine are turning, boring and facing. At least one--if not all three--of these functions will be used each time you work on a project. The only things that will change are the tools used and the speed and feed of the lathe.
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∙ 12y agoThese are the basic steps to align a work piece in a four-jaw chuck.
- Make sure the machine is turned off and in the spindle in neutral
- Measure the diameter of the workpiece where you wish to clamp it (inside or outside). For this example we will use the outside diameter.
- Using the grooved lines on the face of the chuck, align the inside of the jaws to a line close to the diameter measured from the workpiece.
- Measure the inside of the jaws (gripping surface) and set the jaws closer, one-by-one from opposite sides, to the workpiece diameter.
- Insert the workpiece in the chuck and close the jaws again, one-by-one and bit-by-bit, until the workpiece is secure.
If it is a machined diameter workpiece, further follow steps A.
For a rough or un-machined diameter workpiece surface, further follow steps B.
Steps A: Machined surface workpiece
- Set a magnetic base dial indicator on the bed of the lathe so the sensor button touches the workpiece.
- Align jaw 1 up with the dial indicator and note the setting.
- Spin the chuck by hand to jaw 3. If the dial indicator reading increases, tighten jaw 3. If it decreases, tighten jaw 1. Repeat the process until it is close, but not perfect. It may be required to slightly loosen the opposite jaw to achieve the required amount of movement. Do not over-tighten.
- Repeat the process between jaw 2 and jaw 4.
- When the workpiece is close to being aligned, fine adjustments can now be done by tightening and slightly loosening (if necessary) the opposite jaws until the dial indicator is within 0.01mm or 0.001in.
- Go around every jaw and tighten as required until workpiece is safely secured. Care must be taken not to distort the shape of softer or hollow components due to its structure or material hardness. Eliminating jaw marks on the workpiece can be achieved by using strips of 1mm shim stock between every jaw and the workpiece.
Steps B: Rough or un-machined diameter workpiece
- Set a surface gauge on the bed of the lathe then align jaw 1 up with the needle point so the needle is 2mm or 3mm the workpiece.
- Spin the chuck by hand to jaw 3. If a the gap between the needle and workpiece increases, tighten jaw 1. If it decreases, tighten jaw 3. Repeat the process until it is close, but not perfect. It may be required to slightly loosen the opposite jaw to achieve the required amount of movement.
- The surface gauge can be moved closer to the workpiece the closer the alignment gets. Do not over-tighten the workpiece.
- Repeat the process between jaw 2 and jaw 4.
- When the workpiece is close to being aligned, fine adjustments can now be done by tightening and slightly loosening (if necessary) the opposite jaws until the needle constantly touched the surface of the workpiece all around.
- Go around every jaw and tighten as required until workpiece is safely secured. Care must be taken not to distort the shape of softer or hollow components due to its structure.
The above method is just a basic explanation of how the operation is achieved. Operating a lathe without proper training is not recommended and could lead to serious injury!
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∙ 12y agoA lathe holds its workpiece by means of a chuck. A chuck has three or four self-centering or four independent jaws which clamp the workpiece.
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What is the difference between a metal lathe and a wooden lathe?
Milling in a lathe can be two things:A cutter is gripped in the chuck and a workpiece the the tool post. The work piece is then milled by using the feed on the lathe. Although it has been done, it is an unconventional method and is not recommended.A 3-in-1 lathe with a milling attachment as part of the machine used for milling a work piece.
How can be work piece be held and supported in a lathe?
Chuck, Collet, Faceplate, between centers
What is the difference between a milling machine and a lathe?
A milling machine basically look like a drill press, but with the ability to move the work piece sideways. A lathe clamp and spin the work piece horizontally and use a stationary tool bit to cut and shape the work piece.
What is the difference between auto and semi auto lathe?
In auto lathe machine, All the processes is automatic from the beginning to the end . Machine take working pieces from the workpiece box where all the pieces loaded initially,then all the processes done on the workpieces as per the command is given initially . final product comes out finally. But in semi lathe machine , all the work is same as automatic lathe but feed is not automatic it done by manually by technician .
What is difference between Lathe machine Shaper machine and Milling machine?
Although the planer and shaper are able to machine flat surfaces,there is not much overlapping in their fields of usefulness. They differ widely in construction and in the method of operation. When two machines are compared the following differences may be seen:1. The planer is especially adapted to large work; the shaper can do only small work.2. On the planer the work is moved against a stingray tool; on the shaper the tool moves across the work which is stationary.3. On the planer the tool is fed into the work; on the shaper the work is usually fed across the tool.
What is the difference between a metal lathe and a wooden lathe?
Milling in a lathe can be two things:A cutter is gripped in the chuck and a workpiece the the tool post. The work piece is then milled by using the feed on the lathe. Although it has been done, it is an unconventional method and is not recommended.A 3-in-1 lathe with a milling attachment as part of the machine used for milling a work piece.
How can be work piece be held and supported in a lathe?
Chuck, Collet, Faceplate, between centers
What is the difference between a milling machine and a lathe?
A milling machine basically look like a drill press, but with the ability to move the work piece sideways. A lathe clamp and spin the work piece horizontally and use a stationary tool bit to cut and shape the work piece.
How does capstan lathe machine work?
it is basically used for machining..
What machines shape metals?
The ones that i use at college and work are a milling machine, a lathe, a drill, and a saw but i think the main ones (In mechanical engineering) are the Milling Machine and the Lathe.
What is the definition of a planing tool in basic machine tools?
Lathe for making the cross piece is rounded. The tool is a piece of stationary spins. Milling machines for making flat pieces. The tool rotates the piece is stationary. +++ "Planing" in machine-tool terms describes the action of a Planing-machine, which moves the workpiece held on a horizontal table against a cutting-tool held on a frame adjustable for height (cutting depth) and cross-feed. Not often used now, having largely been supplanted by the milling-machine, and for very large work the plano-mill. ' The planning-tool itself resembles a chisel ground to particular angles.
How is work held in a lathe?
There are various ways for a lathe to hold its workpiece.The workpiece could be held between centers from the spindle and tail stockIt could be gripped in a chuckA faceplate could be used and the workpiece is screwed, bolted or clamped to it.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of lathe machine?
One advantage of a lathe machine is that it can perform very detailed and intricate designs. One disadvantage of a lathe machine is that these machines are more expensive than other types of machines used to produce this type of work.
What is the difference between auto and semi auto lathe?
In auto lathe machine, All the processes is automatic from the beginning to the end . Machine take working pieces from the workpiece box where all the pieces loaded initially,then all the processes done on the workpieces as per the command is given initially . final product comes out finally. But in semi lathe machine , all the work is same as automatic lathe but feed is not automatic it done by manually by technician .
What components does a CNC lathe manufacture?
A cnc lathe can manufacture nearly anything cylindrical. Some even have attachments to do other types of work in the machine as well, for a virtually endless array of parts. Whatever you can imagine really, as long as it will fit in the machine.
What are the effects of clamping the workpiece in a chuck or work holding device?
The work piece is tight hold in the chuck. the chuck part of the lathe machine .it is made of mild steel .clamping to hold the device to normal cutting and simple .clamp the workpiece rigidly. no vobration of the work piece as well as cutting tool . prevent breakage of the cutting tool. physical accidents can be avoided
What is difference between Lathe machine Shaper machine and Milling machine?
Although the planer and shaper are able to machine flat surfaces,there is not much overlapping in their fields of usefulness. They differ widely in construction and in the method of operation. When two machines are compared the following differences may be seen:1. The planer is especially adapted to large work; the shaper can do only small work.2. On the planer the work is moved against a stingray tool; on the shaper the tool moves across the work which is stationary.3. On the planer the tool is fed into the work; on the shaper the work is usually fed across the tool.
