Introduction to Manual Turning Techniques
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Description
A four-day introduction to the basic concepts of manual turning processes. Explore and realise the progression from design to manufacture. This is a practical course with hands-on activities on manual lathes.
The learner will gain an understanding of the principles employed in manual turning and the safety aspects of using a manual production machine in the manufacturing industry. The learner will also gain an understanding of the different tools and processes required to produce a component on a manual lathe.
If you are looking for a more in-depth, accredited qualification in Manual Turning, please contact us to discuss the possibility of undertaking a Level 2, EAL accredited unit (AME2-013) - please note, that this will be agreed on an individual basis based on workshop availability.
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for anyone who wishes to learn how to set up and operate a manual lathe, no prior knowledge is required.
Book the Introduction to Manual Turning Techniques and Introduction to Manual Milling courses together and receive a discounted price of £1600 (saving £100).
To claim the discount please email cpd@amrctraining.co.uk before booking, with your requirements and to receive further information.
Course content - Introduction to Manual Turning Techniques
- Health & safety in a manual machining cell
- Principles of tooling and cutting materials
- Setting tools to the correct centre height
- Principles of using cutting fluids
- Introduction to the basic operations of a manual lathe
- Introduction to different workholding methods
- Facing
- Producing a square face
- Surfacing
- Producing diameters of different sizes and lengths to a tolerance
- Producing diameters with a specified surface finish
- Chamfering
- Removing sharp edges by producing an external chamfer
- Removing sharp edges by producing an internal chamfer
- Grooving
- Producing grooves and undercuts to set tolerances
- Hole making
- Drilling
- Boring
- Reaming
- Knurling
- Producing a diameter with a knurled finish
- Thread Forming
- Producing external threads
- Producing internal threads
- Taper Cutting
- Setting the machine compound slide to produce a taper
