The Lathe and it's Parts
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Headstock Holds the motor, ON/OFF switch and pulleys for adjusting the lathe's speed. Rotates the workpiece using the drive spindle |  |
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Tailstock Steadies the other end of the workpiece for turning between centres. Moves along the lathe bed to hold workpieces of different lenghts |  |
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Tool Rest Supports the tools while their cutting the workpiece Can be moved along the lathe bed using the banjo and locking handles |  |
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Lathe Bed Provides a firm support to clamp the other main parts of the lathe It's top surface should be smooth to allow the parts to slide along it easily | .JPG.opt238x178o0,0s238x178.JPG) |
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Explore the 3D model of a typical woodturning lathe: |  |
