How to Run a Lathe

This resource is organized as follows: 


Preface 

I. History and Development of the Screw Cutting Lathe 

II. Setting Up and Leveling the Lathe 

III. Operation of the Lathe 

IV. Lathe Tools and Their Application 

V. How to Take Accurate Measurements 

VI. Plain Turning 

Cutting Speeds for Turning 

VII. Chuck Work 

VIII. Taper Turning and Boring 

IX. Drilling, Reaming and Tapping 

X. Cutting Screw Threads 

XI. Special Classes of Work 

Shop Kinks 

Don’ts for Machinists 

Motors for Operating Lathes 

Names and Numbers of Lathe Parts