Lathe and Milling machine
LATHE AND MILLING MACHINE A lathe and a milling machine are two of the most fundamental and widely used machine tools in manufacturing and mechanical workshops. They are used to shape raw material (usually metal, but also plastic or wood) by removing material in a controlled way. I’ll explain each in detail , then compare them. 1. Lathe Machine Basic Definition A lathe is a machine tool in which the workpiece rotates about its own axis, while a cutting tool remains stationary (or moves slowly) to remove material. Key idea: Work rotates, tool cuts Main Parts of a Lathe Bed Heavy base of the machine Supports and aligns all other parts Made of cast iron for rigidity and vibration resistance Headstock Fixed at the left end of the bed Contains: Main spindle Speed-change gears or pulley system Holds the chuck or faceplate Tailstock Mounted on the right side of the bed Supports long workpieces...