Lathe Centers is a brand that provides various types of center points used in lathes for material shaping, cutting, and drilling. These center points help to keep the workpiece in place and aligned during the machining process.
The origin of the lathe can be traced back to ancient Egypt where they used a two-person lathe to shape wood.
The modern lathe centers were developed in the 1800s with the advent of the steam engine and the need to machine metal parts.
The lathe centers have evolved over time with the introduction of new materials, coatings and designs to improve performance and accuracy.
A high-quality center point with precision bearings that allow for better accuracy and speed.
Offers a wide range of lathe centers including live centers, dead centers, and face drivers.
Provides lathe centers made of high-quality materials for a variety of applications.
A center point that is fixed to the tailstock, used for supporting the workpiece.
A center point that rotates with the workpiece, used for supporting and guiding the workpiece.
A center point with a larger diameter at the end, used for supporting and guiding heavy workpieces.
Lathe centers are used to support and guide the workpiece during the machining process.
It depends on the type of workpiece, the material, and the machining process. Dead centers are ideal for supporting workpieces while live centers are better for guiding workpieces. Bull nose centers can support heavy workpieces.
Dead centers are fixed to the tailstock and do not rotate with the workpiece, while live centers rotate with the workpiece and can be used for guiding as well as supporting the workpiece.
No, live centers are designed to rotate with the workpiece and cannot be fixed in place like dead centers.
Keep it clean and well-lubricated to prevent damage and ensure smooth operation. Check for wear and replace as necessary.
