Name any three of the lathe operations shown - Leaving Cert Engineering - Question 6 - 2013
Question 6
Name any three of the lathe operations shown.
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
Name any three of the lathe parts shown and give one use for each part named.
(i)
(ii)
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Step 1
Name any three of the lathe operations shown.
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Facing: This operation involves machining a flat surface on the end of a workpiece.
Knurling: This process creates a textured pattern on the surface of the material to enhance grip.
Parting off: In this operation, a cutting tool is used to cut the workpiece to a predetermined length.
Step 2
Name any three of the lathe parts shown and give one use for each part named.
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Four jaw independent chuck: Used to hold square or hexagonal material securely.
Tool post: This part clamps and holds different cutting tools for various lathe operations.
Tailstock: It is used to support long workpieces and can hold a drill or a live center.
Step 3
A turning process used on a centre lathe is shown below. (i) Name the turning process.
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The turning process is known as Taper turning.
Step 4
(ii) Name part A used in the turning process.
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Part A is the Top / compound slide.
Step 5
(iii) State one safety precaution to be observed when using the turning process in 6(c)(i).
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Ensure the top slide is securely tightened before use.
Step 6
Name any three of the parts labelled A, B, C and D on the Computer Numerical Controlled lathe.
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A: Chuck
B: Jog Keys
C: Stepper motor
D: Cutting tool
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