Lathe Tools

ToolInfoBox Tool Bits
Synonyms:	DE: Drehmeißel, Drehstähle, Plandrehmeißel, Längsdrehmeißel
Type:	turning tools
Used with:	metal lathe
Location:	metal workshop
Tutors:	Patrick
Similar (More or Less):	woodturning tools

Tool bits are the "cutters" you need to install on the metal lathe to remove material.

The toolholder can holt tool bits between 8 and 12 mm.

Centers

ToolInfoBox Center at tail stock
Synonyms:	DE: Rollkörner
Type:	turning tools
Used with:	metal lathe
Location:	metal workshop

The center at the tail stock is used when working with large workpieces

ToolInfoBox Center drill
Synonyms:	DE: Zentrierbohrer
Type:	turning tools
Used with:	metal lathe
Location:	metal workshop

Drehzahl beim Plan-/Längsdrehmeißel: Vc/π*Durchmesser

Rollkörner max 1500/min

Zentrierbohrer ca. 1500/min

Further Reading

• Wikipedia
  • DE: Drehmeißel
  • EN: Lathe
  • EN: Tool bit
  • EN: Lathe Center