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  1. Using lathe as a milling machine? - Practical Machinist

    May 21, 2007 · I've seen a few 9x20 and larger lathes setup to do milling. Basically, the chuck is set up with the milling bit, and there is a machinists slide/vise in place of the tool post. Anyone have any …

  2. Introduction to Dead Centers - Practical Machinist

    Jan 16, 2021 · Dead centers are tools used to hold a workpiece in place between the head and tailstock, often times in a lathe application, but also in other machine tool applications. Centers can be …

  3. Five Books That Will Help You Master Your Lathe

    Jul 15, 2019 · To become a lathe machining pro, you'll need to dedicate time to study and practice. Here are five books that will help you master your lathe.

  4. Introduction to Live Centers - Practical Machinist

    Nov 2, 2020 · If you need extra support during your lathe application because your workpiece extends a decent distance away from the jaws holding it in place, you’ll want a live center. A live center is a tool …

  5. Lathe Workholding - Practical Machinist

    Jan 21, 2019 · Three jaws or four jaws? Centers or arbors? Here's everything you need to know about the most important workholding devices in turning operations.

  6. How a CNC Lathe Works – Beginner’s Guide - Practical Machinist

    The Anatomy of a CNC Lathe – Breaking down the main spindle, sub-spindle, turrets, and axes. Essential Lathe Operations – An introduction to turning, roughing, and finishing. Threading Basics – …

  7. Tips for Your Boring Operations - Practical Machinist

    Jan 23, 2021 · From choosing your application and tools wisely to measuring the bore itself, check out these boring operations' tips.

  8. Part 1: Basic Principles and Challenges - Practical Machinist

    Nov 18, 2019 · Parting off is one of the most common lathe applications. Learn about challenges, tips and tricks to make your parting off applications trouble free.

  9. DRO: Everything You Need to Know - Practical Machinist

    Aug 28, 2020 · DROs are compatible with many different machines, most commonly mills and lathes. On a milling machine, a 3-axis DRO shows the X and Y axis positions of the mill table plus the Z axis …

  10. Right way to use lathe power feed - Practical Machinist

    Jan 28, 2009 · Should I use the half nut as a power feed or it's only used for thread cutting? if it does what's the right way to use it? (engagement and disengagement). The lathe has also a cross power …