The Compact Lathe

The Compact Lathe

Author: Stan Bray

Publisher: Specialist Interest Model Books Limited

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 187

ISBN-13: 9781854862273

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The evolution of the compact, or portable, lathe has bought many a model engineer's life-long ambition to reality. This comprehensive introduction to the subject covers the technology, the machine operations and facilities which will enable the novice or experienced operator to achieve the highest standards of lathe work.


The Mini-lathe

The Mini-lathe

Author: David Fenner

Publisher: Workshop Practice

Published: 2009-02-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781854862549

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Workshop Practices.


Mini-Lathe

Mini-Lathe

Author: Neil M Wyatt

Publisher: Crowood

Published: 2016-03-31

Total Pages: 483

ISBN-13: 1785001299

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The mini-lathe is a useful tool in the model engineer's workshop. With more choice than ever of more compact machines, a mini-lathe is able to accommodate a wide range of engineering requirements, projects and techniques, as well as being suitable for the novice engineer and for those with limited workshop space. Author and model engineer Neil Wyatt provides a practical guide to purchasing and using a mini-lathe, as well as examining more advanced techniques. The book includes a projects section to show the application of mini-lathe techniques. Topics covered include: choosing a mini-lathe; workshop safety and setting up the lathe; basic through to more advanced machining skills; modifications, additions and tuning of the mini-lathe. This essential reference source is aimed at the novice engineer, home metalworkers and for those with limited workshop space. Fully illustrated with 304 colour photographs.


Mini Lathe Magic

Mini Lathe Magic

Author: Ron Hampton

Publisher: Schiffer Craft

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764316142

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With clear, concise instructions and 345 detailed photos, Ron Hampton takes the reader through every step required to turn and finish works of art from wood on the mini-lathe. Eight separate projects include a goblet, mushrooms, bowls, and pots. A gallery of other designs is provided for inspiration. This book is perfect for the beginning and intermediate wood turner, and will provide valuable ideas for those more advanced.


Mini-Lathe for Home Machinists

Mini-Lathe for Home Machinists

Author: David Fenner

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781565236950

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Mini-Lathe for Home Machinists explains the different parts of the mini-lathe and shows how they can be used to complete different projects. Author David Fenner covers all the basics, from safety and materials, setting up, and tuning the machine to using accessories and performing a full range of essential tasks. Also included are detailed instructions and hundreds of illustrations for making useful components like shafts, bushings, spindles, part-off tools, DRO handwheels, and a radius turning attachment. A complete course on using and improving the new generation of budget lathes, this book is a perfect choice for beginners as well as for those who are experienced with the lathe, but have never tried the mini-lathe.


Mini-lathe Tools & Projects for Home Machinists

Mini-lathe Tools & Projects for Home Machinists

Author: David Fenner

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 9781565239166

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This book follows on from the author's introduction to the mini-lathe (Mini-Lathe for Home Machinists by David Fenner, also available from Fox Chapel Publishing) and presents a series of projects that will help to extend the versatility of small metal lathes.


Metal Lathe for Home Machinists

Metal Lathe for Home Machinists

Author: Harold Hall

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2014-10-01

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1607651432

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· An introduction and project-based course to the lathe and lathe metalworking · Contains 12 projects that start with basic tasks and progress into advanced skills · Projects are heavily illustrated with drawings and photographs · Great practice for both beginners and experienced lathe owners


Tabletop Machining

Tabletop Machining

Author: Joe Martin

Publisher:

Published: 1998-07

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780966543308

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A practical perspective on equipment and processes with instruction for many projects shown.


Mini-lathe Tools and Projects

Mini-lathe Tools and Projects

Author: David Fenner

Publisher: Special Interest Model

Published: 2011-11-01

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 9781854862655

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A complete course on using and improving this new generation of budget lathes. It explains everything from setting up and tuning the machine for best performance to using accessories and carrying out tasks.


Metal Turning on the Lathe

Metal Turning on the Lathe

Author: David A Clark

Publisher: Crowood

Published: 2013-08-31

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 1847976417

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The lathe is an essential tool for all but the most basic of workshops. It enables the engineer to produce turned components to a high degree of accuracy. Often called the 'king of machine tools', it is also very versatile and can be used to make a wide range of engineering components. This new book shows you how to make full use of your lathe safely and effectively in your workshop. Topics covered include: A guide to choosing a lathe looking at different sizes and features available; Advice on installing and maintaining a lathe, selecting and sharpening tools, and working with chucks; Instruction on a range of techniques ranging from how to hold work in a collet through to cutting a screw thread. A new and practical guide to this essential tool, the lathe, aimed at both the aspiring and experienced engineers, modelmakers and horologists, Metal Turning on the Lathe gives advice on choosing, installing, maintaining and using a lathe safely and effectively in your workshop and is superbly illustrated with 239 colour illustrations. David Clark has spent over 30 years in the engineering industry and is the editor of Model Engineer and Model Engineers' Workshop.