A computer numerical control (CNC) lathe is made up of many different components that work together and enable you to create machined, cylindrical parts. Learning about the components of a CNC lathe will give you a foundation of knowledge to build on as you advance in your training to become a CNC operator.
Estimated completion time (hours): 1.2
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to do the following:
- Define a CNC lathe
- List the components of a CNC lathe
- Describe the purpose of each component
- Describe how the axis assemblies move the tool turret
Learning Path
- CNC Lathe Production Tech
Estimated Time (Hrs): 1.2
Language: English
A CNC lathe moves on two axes of travel. It uses a machine coordinate system and a part coordinate system to identify positions on the axes. Learning about how a CNC lathe moves and identifies positions will help you understand how the geometry of a part is defined and how the part is machined.
Estimated completion time (hours): 0.9
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to do the following:
- Define movements on the Z-axis
- Define movements on the X-axis
- Describe the machine coordinate system
- Define machine home
- Describe the part coordinate system
- Define part zero
- Describe how ordered pairs are used to define the geometry of a part
Learning Path
- CNC Lathe Production Tech
Estimated Time (Hrs): 1
Language: English
Different types of workholding devices and different options for mounting tools make a computer numerically controlled (CNC) lathe versatile. Learning about these options will give you a better understanding of how a CNC lathe works.
Estimated completion time (hours): 1.0
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to do the following:
- Identify common workholding devices
- List the components of a chuck system
- List the components of a collet system
- Define two options for mounting tools on the tool turret
Learning Path
- CNC Lathe Production Tech
Estimated Time (Hrs): 1.1
Language: English
The CNC controller is a computer numerical control (CNC) device that directs the motions of the machine tool. Understanding the parts of the CNC controller and how they operate will enable you to operate a CNC lathe accurately and efficiently.
Estimated completion time (hours): 1.1
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to do the following:
- Identify the five main areas of the CNC controller
- Describe how the operator controls work
- List the areas of the display screen
- List the areas of the keyboard
- Describe how the Shift key works
- Describe the side panel controls
Learning Path
- CNC Lathe Production Tech
Estimated Time (Hrs): 2.8
Language: English
The lubrication, coolant, and chip removal systems keep the CNC lathe components lubricated and free from dirt and debris. These systems are essential to the consistent production of quality products.
Estimated completion time (hours): 0.8
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to do the following:
- Describe how the lubrication system works
- Describe how the coolant system works
- Describe how the chip removal system works
Learning Path
- CNC Lathe Production Tech
Estimated Time (Hrs): 1.6
Language: English