This LatheMatters Guides section talks about different methods and tips regarding both wood and metal turning. Here you will find how-to guides, tutorials, buying guides, project ideas and more.
The simple answer is yes. You can turn wood on a metal lathe. However, you should not attempt to turn metal on a wood lathe. Using a wood lathe to turn metal may result in ‘chatter.’ Which means the vibration on your workpiece, which will leave ridged or rough surface on it. A lathe is […]
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Boring is really an easy procedure if enlarging an existing hole is the only purpose. And we don’t have to worry about other parameters of the tool. But, when you have to think about a particular size with tight tolerance, everything matters. It’s important to know all about how to use a boring bar. From
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Did you start working in a factory or have an upcoming high school project? Or do you have a plan to set up your new home workshop and try to run a test first with a beginner’s metal lathe? You may have theoretical knowledge about almost everything in the factory. But do you have any
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CNC lathe turret alignment can give you a really hard time. Many people don’t know much about the process after all. However, I am here to help. I will try to discuss the procedure in detail. But before that, you need to know why the proper alignment of the CNC lathe turret is important. So,
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If you’re new to the world of turning, you may have come across the term “engine lathe” and wondered what it means. Well, today I’m here to clear up any confusion: Engine lathe is just another synonym for “lathe”. The term “engine lathe” dates back to the Industrial Revolution, when mechanical lathes were not the
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