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Machine Lathe (Machine Maintenance)

This document provides information about a lathe machine maintenance project by Muhammad Aniq Syahmi Bin Sanip of TKM 3B. It includes a brief history of the lathe machine dating back to 13th century BCE. The importance of lathe machines is that they can quickly and precisely shape metal objects through processes like cutting and drilling. Finally, it outlines 17 standard operating procedures for safely using a lathe machine, such as securing stock properly, selecting the correct speed, and stopping the machine if odd noises occur.

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Machine Lathe (Machine Maintenance)

This document provides information about a lathe machine maintenance project by Muhammad Aniq Syahmi Bin Sanip of TKM 3B. It includes a brief history of the lathe machine dating back to 13th century BCE. The importance of lathe machines is that they can quickly and precisely shape metal objects through processes like cutting and drilling. Finally, it outlines 17 standard operating procedures for safely using a lathe machine, such as securing stock properly, selecting the correct speed, and stopping the machine if odd noises occur.

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MUHAMMAD ANIQ SYAHMI BIN SANIP

M12221041

TKM 3B

MACHINE MAINTENANCE

MACHINE LATHE

Lathe Machine is used in all the engineering applications and


also in the college Workshops. Lathe machine is used to
perform all the basic operations such as drilling, cutting,
tapping, turning, etc. with the help of different tools placed
in the work environment.
HISTORY :
What is the history of lathe machine?
Lathes Throughout the Centuries
The lathe's origin dates back to 13th Century BCE when it was
used by Greek woodworkers as shown in findings from
archaeological digs. Early units were operated by two people,
with one turning a given piece with a rope and another
cutting the piece.
Importance of machine lathe :
They are built to quickly and constantly produce durable,
exact and symmetrically shaped metal objects. The lathe
machine rotates the raw metal piece and reshapes it through
various processes that include cutting, knurling, sanding,
drilling, etc. In fact lathes are considered as powerful metal
shaping machine tools.
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE ‘S.O.P’

1. All stock must be properly secured in the lathe chuck or


mounted prior to the machining process taking place.
Use the correct sized clamp or vise for the stock being
machined.
2. Turn the chuck or faceplate by hand to ensure there is
no binding or danger of the work striking any part of the
lathe.
3. Check to ensure the cutting tool will not run into the
chuck or lathe dog. If possible, feed away from the
chuck or dogs.
4. Before starting the lathe, ensure the spindle work has
the cup center embedded; tail, stock and tool rests are
securely clamped; and there is proper clearance for the
rotating stock.
5. Prior to starting the lathe, ensure that small diameter
stock does not project too far from the chuck without
support from the tail stock center.
6. When using wood, do not mount a split work piece or
one containing knots.
7. When roughing stock, do not force the tool in the work
piece or take too big a cut.
8. The operator must always be aware of the direction and
speed of the carriage or cross-feed prior to engaging the
automatic feed.
9. Never leave the key in the chuck. Do not let go of the
key until it is free of the chuck and secured in its proper
holding place.
10. Select turning speed carefully. Large diameter stock
must be turned at a very low speed. Always use the
lowest speed to rough out the stock prior to final
machining.
11. The correct speed and feed for the specific material
and cutting tool must be used. Stop the machine before
making adjustments or measurements.
12. Do not remove metal or wood chips from the table
or stock by hand. Use a brush or other tool to properly
remove chips or shavings from the table or stock.
13. Never attempt to run the chuck on or off the
spindle head by engaging the power.
14. Do not stop the rotation of the chuck by reversing
the power to the lathe unless tapping holes.
15. Do not leave tools, bits or excess pieces of stock on
the lathe bed.
16. All belts and pulleys must be guarded. If frayed
belts or pulleys are observed, the lathe must be taken
out of service and the belts or pulleys replaced.
17. Stop the machine immediately if odd noise or
excessive vibration occurs.

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