Jam Handy! Provides a detailed overview of the process of cutting screw threads on a lathe. It explains the different types of screw threads, the importance of precision in machining, and outlines the ...

An electronic leadscrew is an increasingly popular project for small and mid-sized lathes. They do away with the need to swap gears in and out to achieve the proper ratio between spindle speed and ...

The GS:TEM Mini 3-axis thread grinder targets shops making high volumes of small precision threaded parts. From Drake Manufacturing, the machine sports an ...

Running a metal lathe is not for the faint of heart. Without proper knowledge and preparation, these machines can quickly cause injury or destroy expensive stock, tools, or parts. The other major ...

Lathes are machines for turning and forming materials. This is usually done by removing material to form a shape, or drilling and cutting to create threads. The lathe is driven by a motor that rotates ...

No manual control necessary to avoid harmonics, maintain high productivity Harmonic Spindle Speed Control Variable Spindle Speed Threading Reduce vibration, reduce scrap Machine tool builder Okuma ...

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