Ordinary Lathe Technical Parameters
Lathes are one of the oldest forms of machine tool used in manufacturing. The basic function of a lathe is to rotate a work piece about its axis in order to create an object of a certain shape and size. While many different types of lathes exist, common lathes are the engine lathe, tool-room lathe, Turret lathe, and CNC lathe.
The engine lathe is the most common type of lathe. It is a general-purpose machine that is used for most machining operations, including facing, turning, boring, and drilling. These lathes come equipped with a range of standard features, such as a compound rest and a 3-jaw Chuck, which can be used to hold the work piece while it is being machined.
The tool-room lathe is designed to produce precise and accurate parts in high volumes. It is engineered with higher quality materials than the engine lathe, making it more precise and accurate than the engine lathe. Tool-room lathes have many additional safety features, such as a lead screw protective guard and a power clutch, which prevent the machine from becoming clogged with chips.
The turret lathe is an automatic lathe that is used to produce many parts at once. It is designed to produce one part, in which a single cut can be made. The cutting head of the turret lathe can be set to a range of angles, allowing for the cutting of parts from many different angles.
The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) lathe is a specialized machine that is programmed to cut a workpiece at precise increments. CNC lathes are used in a wide range of industries and are capable of making complex shapes in a variety of different metals.
The performance of a lathe depends on various technical parameters such as its spindle speed, feed rate, power, speed range, and horsepower. The spindle speed is the speed at which the spindle of the lathe rotates in revolutions per minute (RPM). The power of a lathe is usually given in either kilowatts or horsepower. The feed rate is the speed at which the cutting tool is moved across the workpiece. The speed range is the range of spindle speeds available on a particular lathe. The horsepower of a lathe is the amount of power it can produce in order to turn the spindle.
When selecting a lathe, it is important to consider the type of work that needs to be done and the technical parameters that the lathe needs. There are many different lathes available on the market, each with their own range of technical parameters. The most important factor when selecting a lathe is to ensure that it is suitable for the type of work that needs to be done and that it meets the technical parameters that are necessary.
