Glossary

A machine component that is responsible for supporting longer workpieces and is found at the end of the lathe, on the opposite end of the headstock.

A process that is used to create a cone shape on a workpiece by feeding the piece at an angle.

A process that is used to create internal threads in a part through the use of a multi-point tool piece.

The allowable amount that the finished product can differ from the original designs in specific dimensions.

A process that generates cylindrical parts with the use of a single-point cutting tool. The cutting tool makes passes along the piece, removing material as it goes, while the workpiece is being continuously rotated.

The part of the lathe that is solely responsible for holding the cutting tools and rotating to the correct cutting position.

A type of lathe that uses a turret to hold the cutting tool.