Is backlash giving you headaches when you use your milling machine? Are you unsure what backlash means or how relevant it is to your machining? In this quick and simple guide, I’ll be explaining backlash, backlash compensation, and how you can improve the efficiency of your milling machine tools. What is Backlash in Milling Machining? […]
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To showcase your craftsmanship as a beginner in turning, having a quality lathe machine is not enough. One has to go the extra mile to ensure the machine’s quality is maintained to save money, effort, and time. New turner, here’s everything you need to know! Key Takeaways: How to Properly Maintain Your Lathe Machine in
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Carbide lathe tools are a staple in a woodturning shop because they are sharp. But there will be times the carbide cutters will chip on the ends, and they are, at that point, useless. This is a step-by-step process of how to sharpen your carbide lathe tools using my own experiences and tips. Let’s get
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Lathes are machine tools with a rotating surface used for shaping and cutting materials into a desired shape. The two most common types of lathes are the wood lathe and the metal lathe. Both types of lathes can accomplish multiple tasks with their powerful motors for mass production, but they are designed to handle different
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When it comes to the subtractive machining process, the most common machines found in workshops are lathes and mills. They both work to remove material from a workpiece. However, both of these machines have unique functions and purposes which differentiate them from each other. This lathe vs. milling machine article will help you understand the
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