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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If you’re new to machining or woodturning, you might have come across the term mandrel and wondered what it is. Is it one of the parts of a lathe? Or is it a lathe accessory or tool? In this article, you’ll get a simple answer to the question “what are mandrels?”, as well as general
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There are a lot of factors to consider when choosing the best woods for turning. The type of wood, the hardness, the color – all of these things come into play when you are trying to create a beautiful piece of art. In this article, we will discuss fifteen of the best types of wood
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