Small CNC Machining-10

Detailed Description: Processing Technological Process of Lathe Parts

Lathe part processing is an important branch of mechanical machining. It mainly includes two processing modes: the first is fixing the lathe tool and machining rotating workpieces; the second is fixing the workpiece, and achieving precision machining through workpiece rotation and the transverse & longitudinal movement of the lathe tool post.

Various tools such as drills, core drills, reamers, taps, dies and knurling tools can be used for corresponding processing on lathes. Lathes are mainly used to process shafts, discs, sleeves and other rotary surface workpieces, and are the most widely used machine tools in machinery manufacturing and repair factories.

1. High Machining Precision & Coaxiality

During processing, the workpiece rotates around a fixed axis, ensuring all machined surfaces share the same rotation axis. This makes it easy to guarantee high coaxiality and dimensional accuracy between working surfaces.

2. Stable & Continuous Cutting Process

Lathe processing is generally continuous except for interrupted surfaces. Unlike milling and planing, there is no repeated cutter cutting-in and cutting-out impact, ensuring stable cutting and excellent surface quality.

3. Ideal for Non-ferrous Metal Finish Machining

For non-ferrous metal parts with low hardness and high plasticity, lathe processing can easily achieve smooth and high-quality surface finish that is difficult to obtain with other machining methods.

4. Simple & Convenient Cutting Tools

Lathe tools feature a simple structure, and are easy to manufacture, grind and install. Operators can set reasonable tool angles according to specific processing requirements to achieve optimal machining results.