A lathe is a machine that creates an object which has symmetry about an
axis of rotation. It can be used to perform various operations such as
cutting, sanding, knurling, drilling or deformation by rotating the work
piece on its axis.
Head stock, bed, spindle, tailstock are
its most essential components with which it performs various
applications like metal working, metal shaping, wood working, metal
spinning, drilling, boring etc. The spindle of the lathe machine is
normally designed in such a way that it can be rotated to variable
speeds and therefore can be employed for precision jobs with better
control and ease.
Lathe Machine is developed in different
styles and specifications to meet various requirements of different
industries. Heavy duty lathe, extra heavy duty lathe, extra heavy duty
roll turning lathe, light duty lathe, medium duty lathe, all-geared
lathe are some of the most important types of lathe machines used for
various industrial applications.
