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 Lathe Operations - Project 15-2
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Lathe Operations - Project 15-2
Alternate Thread Forms
Part # PSN15#2

Part Description: Acme Threads

Quantity Req.: 1

 Name _________________________

Date: ________________

PLEASE HAVE YOUR INSTRUCTOR INITIAL AND DATE THE GREY BOXES (*) AFTER THE REQUIRED OPERATIONS.
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Step# Location  Description  Initials  Date
10 Lathe Set up part between centers. Assure that the part runout is within tolerance. *  
20 Lathe  Set up the cutting tool and lathe to cut external Acme threads. Calculate the three wire thread measurement as specified in your text and information sheet.
30 Instructor  Have an instructor check setup and measurement calculations. *  
40 Lathe Take a light trial cut and check the pitch.
50 Lathe Cut the thread to the required depth using the three-wire measurement technique.
60 Lathe Assure the thread accuracy using a thread ring gage if one is available.
70 Lathe Deburr the part.
80 Bench Inspect the part.
90 Instructor Turn in for grading. *