Outer Diameter Turning
Outer diameter turning is a type of machining process that involves working to create a smooth, high-quality finish on the outer surfacce of a metal part. This process is often referred to as “turning” or “OD turning” in machining processes, and is typically used to create circular shapes and cut precision threads. To carry out this operation, metal parts are held in a lathe chuck and the CNC machine is programmed with commands to turn the material and cut the outer diameter. This process requires special tools including drill bits, taps, milling cutters, reamers and grinding wheels.
When performing outer diameter turning, it is important to ensure that the correct tools and techniques are used as well as that the speed and depth of cut are regulated. This process can be applied to both ferrous and non-ferrous materials, and is often used for stainless steel and aluminum components. Turning is often used to create engineering parts, automotive components, aircraft parts, and other mechanical components. The outer surface of the part is finished through a process of de-burring and grinding to reduce the amount of tool marks and imperfections.
It is important to note that CNC machines are used for accurate control during the turning process. A CNC machine utilizes a computer-controlled cutting tool to precisely move the cutting tool over a metal part surface. This enables high accuracy, repeatability, and low cost manufacturing. Additionally, CNC machines can be programmed shape and surface tolerance specifications with high precision.
The cost of outer diameter turning depends on the complexity of the design and the materials used. Steel and alloy materials can be machined at a faster rate than aluminum and titanium materials, which are more expensive and time-consuming to turn. In addition, cost allows for the operation of additional tools to improve the finish of the surface.
In conclusion, outer diameter turning is a type of machining used to create a high-quality surface finish on metal parts. It is important to ensure the correct tools and techniques are used as well as that the speed and depth of cut is regulated for the best results. Cost will depend on the complexity of the design and the materials used, but overall it is an efficient and cost-effective machining process for creating a variety of metal parts.
