This LatheMatters Guides section talks about different methods and tips regarding both wood and metal turning. Here you will find how-to guides, tutorials, buying guides, project ideas and more.
Almost every shop with machining operations has a lathe machine. This POWERFUL tool is used for cutting, turning, forming, spinning, passivation, and other related purposes. If you’re a beginner or haven’t encountered this cutting tool before, it might be a little confusing with all the main components. Hence, before laying your hands on it, familiarizing […]
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A lathe carrier is a piece accessory that clamps the workpiece to a lathe. They are commonly referred to as “lathe dogs.” In addition, a lathe carrier is a clamp attached to a machine’s spindle to allow for rotary motion to be relayed to the workpiece. Often, a lathe carrier is used with a drive
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You’ve probably heard of the lathe if you’re a novice who wants to work with large metal billets or workpieces made of wood. However, you may not be too familiar with the spindle. This integrated shaft is a crucial part of any lathe because it holds your workpiece. I’ll cover everything you need to know
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A lathe machine is a very useful tool for metal or wood shaping. Some of these operations include threading, drilling, and boring. These are essentially cutting tools and high-speed rotating workpieces mounted on tool posts. The workpiece is what rotates about a vertical axis while a stationary cutting tool works on it. There are different
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All lathes need a bed if you want to machine a workpiece properly. It is an anchored position where all the other lathe components are mounted. This solid component is the foundation of your assembly and makes turning your workpiece easier. I’ll cover this all-important part of the lathe machine here and a few different
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