Smithy Midas 1220 LTD User Manual

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Table 16.1 Indicator Scale

Cutting Multiple Threads

Cut multiple threads one at a time exactly as you cut single threads, except increase the

lead to make room for succeeding threads (a double lead for a double thread, a triple lead

for a triple thread, etc.). After completing the first thread, remove the work from the

centers without loosening the lathe dog. Then put it back in the lathe with the tail of the

lathe dog in the correct slot to index the work for the next thread. This work requires a

faceplate with accurately positioned slots, uniformly spaced and equal in number to the

number of threads to be cut.

What Not To Do When Cutting Threads

Do not disengage the powerfeed direction lever. Do not shift the powerfeed speed lever.

If you are cutting between centers, don't remove the lathe dog until the thread is finished

and tested, and don't disturb the spindle while the work is off the centers.

When you think the thread is finished and ready for testing, and only if absolutely

necessary, remove the workpiece from the center, leaving the lathe dog attached, then

test the thread. If it does not fit properly and you have to remove another chip or two,

place the woprkpiece back in the centers exactly as it had been, then remove the chips

and test again. Repeat until finished.

Finishing Off a Threaded End

After cutting a thread and before removing the threading tool, chamfer the end. This

improves its appearance and removes sharp corners and burrs. It also aids the screw as

it engages a nut or threaded hole.

Cutting Threads on a Taper

Cut threads on a taper the same as on a straight shaft, except in the setup of the tool.

Set the threading tool at 90° to the axis of the taper, rather than at 90° to its surface

(Figure 16.7).

TPI SCALE TPI SCALE TPI SCALE TPI SCALE TPI SCALE

1,4

1-6

1,4

1-6

1,4

1-6

1,4

1-6

1,4

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