Lathe (centre lathe)

Lathe (centre lathe)

Limitations of Centre Lathe

Only one tool can be used. Large setting time of the job Idle time in setting and movement of tools is large Skilled labour is required

Automation in Lathe

Turret lathe and Capstan lathe

Multiple tool availability Work holding methods Automatic feeding of the tools Automatic stopping of the tools at precise locations Automatic control of sequence of operations used for high production work. In this lathe the tail stock is replaced by a hexagonal turret, on the face of which multiple tools can be fitted and fed into the work piece in proper sequence. Machining of more than one surface can be done at the same time.

Turret Lathe

Turret (multiple tool post)

Capstan Lathe

Centre Vs Turret /Capstan Lathe

Headstock has more and heavier range of speeds for higher production rates

Centre Vs Turret /Capstan Lathe

Multiple tool can be positioned Tailstock is replaced by a tool turret tool with upto six tool positions

Centre Vs Turret /Capstan Lathe

Two or more tools mounted can cut simultaneously. Semi-skilled operators are sufficient.

Turret Vs Capstan Lathe

Capstan lathe: Turret lathe: Turret is mounted on a Turret is mounted auxiliary slide on the directly on the saddle. saddle

Turret Vs Capstan Lathe

Turret lathe: Very high rigidity.

Capstan lathe: Tool support unit bends/deflects causing vibration.

Turret Vs Capstan Lathe

Turret lathe: Can handle heavier jobs.

Capstan lathe: less cutting loads. lighter jobs and precision works.

Turret Vs Capstan Lathe

Turret lathe: Max. 200mm dia. bar size handling.

Capstan lathe: Max. 60 mm dia. bar size handling.

Turret Vs Capstan Lathe

Turret lathe: Full lenght tool travelling.

Capstan lathe: Limited tool length travelling.

Turret Vs Capstan Lathe

Turret lathe: Slow rate of tool travelling.

Capstan lathe: Tool traverse is faster and less fatigue to operator.

Difference between capstan & turret lathe

Aspects Turret position Turret Lathe Mounted directly on saddle Entire saddle is moved Very high Capstan lathe Mounted on an auxiliary slide, which can move on saddle Auxiliary slide (ram) is moved on saddle Lower due to overhung of the ram results tool deflection

Feeding of tools Extent of rigidity

Capability to handle job

Maximum bar size Tool travel Type of carriage

Heavier job can be machined

Up to 200 mm diameter Almost full length of bed Over hung type

Lighter and smaller jobs only can machine

Up to 60 mm diameter Limited tool travel Reach over type

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