OGUNKOYA ENIOLA MARY

AU22EM5171

MTE 213 / MEE 205

“THE REPORT ON THE LATHE MACHINE PRACTICE”

THE REPORT ON THE LATHE MACHINE
PRACTICE

 INTRODUCTION TO LATHE MACHINE PARTS AND LABELLING

1. BED
This serves as the base of the lathe machine where all the main components are bolted on to
it.
2. LIVE CENTER
The Live center is fitted into the head stock spindle usually used to support or hold the
workpiece to be turned.
 3. DEAD CENTER
The dead center is fitted into the tail stock spindle usually used to hold or support the
workpiece to be turned.
4. TOOL POST
It is bolted to the top of the compound slide used to hold tools at the correct position with
rigidity.
5. APRON
It is situated on the carriage and consists of all controlling and moving mechanisms of
carriage. It is fastened to the saddle with feed mechanisms that provide automatic feed to the
carriage.
6. TAILSTOCK
It is used to support the loose end of the workpiece or a job while machining, to hold the
cutting tools such as drill chucks, drills, reamers etc. and also to turn the outer taper by an
offsetting method.
7. HEADSTOCK
These are the main body parts of the machine which serves as a holding device for gear
chains, spindles, driving pulleys etc. The headstock is driven by an electric motor that rotates
the spindle
8. SPINDLE
It is the main part of the lathe which holds and rotates the chuck. Threads, tapers etc. are
made at one end of the spindle to which holding devices can be attached.
9. CARRIAGE
Located between the headstock and tailstock used to hold and move the tool post along the
bed either towards or away from the headstock.
It has six main parts:
 Saddle
 Cross slide
 Compound Rest
 Compound slide
 Tool Post
 Apron

10. SADDLE
This is an “H” shaped casting mounted on lathe ways, supports the cross slide that provides
movement to the tool post.
11. CROSS SLIDE
A cross slide is a part of the carriage that allows the movement of a tool post at a right angle to
the bed guideways during machining. It is moved by the feed screw.
12. COMPOUND REST
A compound rest is mounted on top of the cross slide and is a part that connects the cross slide
and the compound slide. A certain depth of cut can be set by rotating the feed screw of the
compound rest.
13. COMPOUND SLIDE
A compound slide is used to cut angles or tapers that cannot be cut by rotating the headstock
14. CHUCK
It is an important tool which is used to hold and rotate the workpiece. Even the smallest piece of
workpiece can held in a chuck.
15. FACEPLATE
The faceplate is fixed to the lathe spindle and can be job mounted to perform the turning
operation.
16. FEED SHAFT
It spans the entire length of the bed and is fitted under the lead screw. It has a keyway from
which motions can be given to the lead carriage for the feed mechanism.
17. LEAD SCREW
It is used for thread cutting on the lathe machine
18. CHIPS PAN
The main function is to carry all chips removed by the workpiece
19. HAND WHEEL
This is the wheel that is operated by hand to move a cross slide, carriage, tailstock, and other
parts that contain a hand wheel.
20. SPEED CONTROLLER
The speed controller is located on the headstock which controls the speed of the spindle.
21. BULL GEAR
It is used for slow and fast speeds by the means of a bull gear pin and is fixed by a “key” on the
hollow spindle.
22. SLEEVE
Sleeve fits inside tailstock which can be moved back and forth to fit or remove dead center

PRODUCTION OF BOLT ON LATHE

MACHINE

1. Select Material: Choose the appropriate metal rod based on the required strength and durability for
the bolt.

2. Measure and Mark: Measure the desired length for the bolt using a measuring tool and mark it on
the metal rod.

3. Secure the Metal Rod: Secure the metal rod tightly in the lathe chuck to ensure stability during
machining.

4. Facing Operation: Use the lathe tool to perform a facing operation on one end of the rod to create a
flat surface.

5. Center Drill: Use a center drill to create a starting point for the drilling operation. This helps in
ensuring accurate drilling.

6. Drilling: Use an appropriate drill bit to drill a hole through the center of the rod. The diameter of the
hole should match the desired bolt size.

7. Turn External Diameter: Use cutting tools to turn down the external diameter of the rod to the
required size for the bolt. Take gradual cuts to achieve precision.

8. Thread Cutting: Use a threading tool to cut the threads on the external surface of the bolt. Ensure the
pitch matches the threading requirements.

9. Chamfering: Add chamfers to the edges of the bolt to remove sharp edges and improve aesthetics.

10. Cutting Off: Use a parting tool to cut off the bolt from the remaining stock material.

11. Quality Check: Inspect the bolt for any defects, check the dimensions, and ensure it meets the
required specifications.
12. Deburring: Remove any burrs or sharp edges using a deburring tool.

13. Surface Finish: If necessary, use sandpaper or a file to achieve the desired surface finish.

14. Final Inspection: Perform a final inspection to ensure the bolt meets all quality standards.

Remember to follow safety precautions, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, and refer to
the lathe machine's manual for specific guidelines.

TOOLS TO BE USED
TOOLS
 Chuck or Collet
 Callipers
 Micrometers
 Thread Cutting Tools
 Center Drill
 Drill Bits
 Tap and Die Set
 Deburring Tools
 Tool Holders and Tool Posts

MATERIALS
 Metal Stock
 Marking Tools
 Safety Equipment
 Measuring Tools
 Abrasive Materials
 Workholding device
 Lubricants
 Coolants