Automatic Lathes

1. Automatic lathe is restricted to those machine tools capable of producing identical pieces without the attention of the operator after each piece is completed. Replenishing the work , change tool due to wear 2. Processing operation :- Actual cutting process or chip removal takes place Performed by operative mechanics. 3. Handling operations:- Loading and clamping the work Advancing and withdrawing the cutting tool . Releasing and unloading the work Check the size of the work

Operator can handle more machines at same time Automatics are machine tools with fully automatic work cycle Semiautomatics:- some operations like loading blank , Starting the machine , Check the size , Remove the completed piece .

Cutting Off Machine (Automats )

Sequence 1. Stock stop advances to the working position . 2. Stock is fed till it meets the stock stop . 3. Stock is chucked . 4. Stock stop is withdrawn . 5. Rapid approach of the tool slides

6. Working feed of the tool slides. 7. Rapid return of tool slides 8. Release of the stock .

Some of the operations can be carried out simultaneously . Setting procedure is simple , little adjustments and resetting .

Automatic lathes classification

Classification based on their size type of blank Processing capacity (operations performed ) Machining accuracy Principle of operation design features Number of spindles and work positions Type ( Single spindle / Multi Spindle , Vertical / Horizontal )

Operations Centering , boring, knurling, cutting off , turning , reaming , thread cutting , drilling, spot facing , facing .

1.Swiss type automats or sliding headstock automats 2. Automatic screw machine 3. Multiple spindle automats i) parallel ii) progressive

4 , 5 , 6 or 8 spindles Each spindle is provided with its own set of tools Parallel Action -Same operation on each spindle

-Mass production -Simple work