How Do You Set Up A CNC Lathe Machine?
Proper setup is required when working on a CNC lathe. Since this is a risk of tooling and machine damage, a proper setup is the best way to successfully turn and make parts for production runs or prototyping. By following a thorough, proper setup procedure, you can reduce the risk of tool damage and wasted raw material. Adjust chuck jaws to accommodate raw material. The jaws of the chuck, which hold the material, are usually adjustable with two screws on each jaw. Loosen each screw with the appropriate allen wrench and move each jaw to the required spot to allow the clamping force to hold the material without crushing it. Insert tooling required for the job. This may include boring bars, drills and insert holders for turning the outside diameters of the raw material. The holders vary in size and shape and are often held in place by screws in the tool turret. Teach each tool with the teaching arm. Slowly move the tip of each tool toward the teaching eye. When it touches that eye, you wi
