Metal Working 205 - Tapers, Radius and Knurling
This is a build on the MW Series of courses on using a Metal Lathe. This course will demonstrate various methods of generating Tapers using tailstock offset, Compound slide, and form tools. Tips and Techniques for Knurling, and a demonstration on turning spheres (balls) of a standard lathe.
· Calculating Tapers
· Demonstrate using Tail Stock Offset
· Demonstrate using the Compound Slide
· Using Form tools
· Demonstrate Knurling tools & Techniques
· Demonstrate Radius (Ball) Turning
The demonstrations in this course will be done on the Makerspace Lathe, which members are allowed to use after proper training (MW-201 course).
Prerequisites: MW-201 Introduction to the Metal Lathe recommended or machining experience
PPE: Approved eye protection (Safety Glasses)
Closed toed Footwear
No loose clothing (Watches/rings need to be removed)
Long hair must be secured
