1. The Engine Lathe

2. Objectives
Identify the most important parts of the lathe and their function.

3. How a Lathe Works

4. Basic Lathe Operations
Turning
Tapering
Threading
Facing
Drilling
Boring
Grinding
Polishing

5. How Lathe Size is Determined

6. Standard Engine Lathe

7. Major Parts of the Lathe -Bed-

8. Major Parts of the Lathe -Headstock-

9. Major Parts of the Lathe -Quick-Change Gearbox-

10. Major Parts of the Lathe -Carriage-

11. Major Parts of the Lathe -Carriage- Apron-

12. Major Parts of the Lathe -Carriage- Compound Rest

13. Major Parts of the Lathe Tailstock

14. Setting Speeds on a Lathe
Never change speeds when lathe is running.

15. Setting Feeds on a Lathe
Lathe Feeds
Inches per rev.
Permits fast setting of feeds
Provides the drive for the lead screw and drive rod

16. Feed Mechanism & Feed Rod

17. REVIEW List operations that can be performed on a Lathe.
How is size determined
Name the four “main” parts of the lathe
State the purpose of the following
Headstock spindle
Lead screw and feed rod
Quick-change gearbox
Half-nut lever
Cross-slide
Compound rest

18. Questions?