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This is another video of the process of converting my 9×20 lathe to CNC. It shows the basic set-up and then shows it move 10mm, and me failing to read my dial indicator through the camera.

CNC Lathe

Machining refers to the industrial process of cutting and fabricating metals and other materials into predetermined shapes and sizes. Machining process is controlled with the help of computer numeric control (CNC) software that guides the cutting equipment along the lines and arcs of a computer aided design (CAD) drawing.

A machining process may involve the use of different techniques depending on the number of parts being manufactured and the type of material. Machining techniques may include manual machining, which is used for cutting metal sheets in simple shapes such as circular, square, and rectangular. This process is however being replaced by automatic machining systems and processes that can cut any type of shape out of metal sheets needed for different purposes.

Chemical etching machining technique is mainly used for producing typical precision parts. The machining system offers a great flexibility for producing precision parts with unusual configuration as well as metals with tight tolerance within .0005′. Besides this, chemical etching machining is capable of producing small holes and bars that are not possible with other machining techniques. Another common process is Wire Electrical-Discharge Machining (EDM) in which the metal is separated from a conductive work piece by means of electrical erosion. During this process, the wire never touches the conductive work piece and leaves a path on the work piece, which is slightly larger than the wire.

Another technique known as the metal stamping machining phenomenon, which is also referred to as progressive die stamping or long run metal stamping, is extensively used in production of precision parts with thickness from .002′ to .135′. The technique is mainly used for processing typical low price parts that are formed into three dimensions.

Apart from these, some modern techniques are also in use such as abrasive water jet and laser machining that are more accurate and environment friendly as compared to conventional machining techniques.

Originally posted 2007-09-30 09:18:07. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Demonstration of the L1022G CNC lathe turning a 1/2-13 thread in an aluminum rod.

Suspension A-arm cups getting cut on the CNC lathe

• Package Quantity: (1) Piece
• Type: Accu-LengthTM Chuck
• Collet Series: 16C
• Spindle Type: A2-5
• Collet Capacity: 1-5/8
• Activation Method: Drawbar
• Maximum Clamping Force: 19800
• Maximum Drawbar Force: 5390
• Maximum RPM: 6000

Product Description
CNC Lathe – Collet Chucks & Fixtures Type: Accu-Length™ Chuck Collet Series: 16C Spindle Type: A2-5 Collet Capacity: 1-5/8 Activation Method: Drawbar Maximum Clamping Force: 19800

Royal Products 42067 Pb16ca2-5 3 1/4″ X 6″ Royal Cnc Collet Chuck

Originally posted 2010-04-12 17:23:22. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Fast and powerful multislide NC lathe. Two turrets with live tools and up to 3 axis interpolated working at once.

This 1986 preowned Nakamura-Tome Slant 1 is in excellent condition for it’s age and great condition for any CNC lathe. Please contact us as the machine is on our floor, under power and ready for immediate sale or demonstration.

Computer controlled router machine engraving text on a curved surface. The entire machine is fabricated from scratch in my shop.