Most workshop tools have been fashioned for a particular purpose and are therefore easily recognisable. Some, such as lathes, may be slightly complicated and used for precision purposes, a variety of which are supplied by LSG Machine Tools for steel turning and metal working.
Which Type of Lathe Machine to Use?
There is a plethora of lathes available. Their main function is to remove the material around the intended end product, whether it is for mass production of steel gears or intricate metal chess pieces.
- The most commonly used type is an engine lathe, a name given to them as the original machines were driven by steam. The engine lathe is used in a multitude of workshops and for several industrial applications.
- Mounted on a bench, a bench lathe is ideal for precision work. With similar working parts to engine lathes, they perform almost all the same operations.
The various types that are available for metal and steel work all derive from the original steam-driven lathe machine and come in handy when machining work requires accuracy.
Versatile and Precise Machining
Lathes are designed to hold a piece of steel or metal as the turning tool carves and cuts the material into a desired shape whilst rotating it, allowing the head to move along the piece.
- Large-scale industry lathes are used for making replacement parts for old cars, producing heavy machinery and, in some instances, making parts for other machines, as they are capable of doing the job that would normally require an abundance of tools.
- Skilled craftsmen can turn a lump of metal into a work of art, relying on the lathe to produce meticulous work required by items, such as lamp stands and pewter cups. With the variety of applications that a lathe can be used for, the potential that can be achieved ensures that unique pieces of work are created.
Turn to Us for Your Steel Turning and Metal Working Equipment
LSG Machine Tools has provided refurbished and used lathes for engineering workshops in South Africa and neighbouring countries for several decades. We only source superior-quality lathes and guarantee competitive pricing on your choice of machinery. Contact us for your engineering and sheet metal machinery requirements.