Lathe Operations Overview

Introduction

This topic will explain the Lathe operations, and provide links to related topics.

The Lathe Operations

For each aspect of the part, work will have to be done to create it. Lathe Operations can be thought of as the methods you would use to complete an aspect of the final product.  To create a feature, right-click on the Machine Setup and choose between Lathe End Face, Lathe Turning, Lathe Groove, Lathe Hole, Lathe Tap Hole, Lathe Thread, Lathe Cutoff, and Lathe Stock Handling. Once a feature is chosen and the Lathe Wizard is launched, you will be able to select any number of operations needed to complete the chosen feature.

 

Rough Overview

Basic Finish Overview

Pattern Repeat Overview

Lathe Center Drill Overview

Lathe Drill Overview

Lathe Chamfer Overview

Lathe Bore Overview

Lathe Ream Overview

Lathe Tap Overview

Lathe Rolling Tap Overview

Lathe Thread Overview

Lathe Cutoff Overview

Lathe Stock Feed Overview

Related Topics

The Operation Tree

The Tool Tree