Shop Safety
Lathe Components
Tapers and Threading
Other Lathe Operations
Measurement
100

This is the proper way to remove chips from a machine.

Answer: Brush

100

The part of a lathe that holds the workpiece.

Answer: Chuck

100

This method involves adjusting the tailstock for taper cutting.

Answer: Setover/Offset Tailstock

100

This operation enlarges holes in a workpiece.

Answer: Boring

100

This tool is commonly used to measure to 1/64″.

Answer: Steel Rule

200

Always ensure this is in place before operating a machine.

Answer: Guards

200

This part moves the cutting tool into position.

Answer: Carriage

200

The measurement method used for determining the angle of tapers.

Answer: Gage

200

The process of cutting grooves or recesses in a workpiece.

Answer: Grooving

200

This precision tool can measure to 0.0001″.

Answer: Micrometer

300

This type of clothing should be avoided in the machine shop.

Answer: Loose

300

This component is used to support long workpieces.

Answer: Tailstock

300

This term describes the gradual increase or decrease in diameter.

Answer: Taper

300

This operation is performed to create a raised pattern on the workpiece.

Answer: Knurling

300

This tool is used for measuring internal dimensions.

Answer: Inside Micrometer

400

The category of materials that can ignite and cause fires.

Answer: Combustible

400

The name of the part that rotates to drive the cutting tool.

Answer: Spindle

400

These threads are designed for transmitting motion.

Answer: ACME Screw

400

This tool is used for grinding operations on a lathe.

Answer: Tool Post Grinder

400

The method used to verify the accuracy of master gages.

Answer: Gage Blocks

500

These sheets provide crucial information about chemicals and safety.

Answer: Safety Data Sheets

500

The device that allows for various tool positions on a lathe.

Answer: Tool Post

500

The tool used to measure the pitch of threads.

Answer: Thread Gage/Screw Pitch Gage

500

This operation ensures the diameter and finish of holes are accurate.

Answer: Reaming

500

This type of gage checks the fit of screw threads.

Answer: Thread Gage

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