MCC ENR 153 Machine Shop Video Lathe 7 Turning

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1.) Both turning and facing require touching off with the cutting tool, performing a clean-up cut, and measuring the stock after the clean-up cut. However, facing stock will change its length, while turning stock will change the diameter.
2.) Disengaging the longitudinal power feed ensures that you will get a precise cut, as you adjust the cutting tool to the final length manually. This also makes it easier to avoid hitting the collet with the cutting tool.
3.) To zero the Y-axis, touch off by moving the cross feed along the Y-axis, then press the Y0 button.
4.) The maximum amount of material that can be removed in one pass is 0.050". To reduce the heat on the stock, be sure to use coolant oil.
5.) Using calipers to measure throughout the cutting process ensures proper measurements, as the DRO is only a guide.