It’s common wisdom that the lathe is the essential machine tool, and the only one that can make copies of itself. While we won’t argue the primacy of the lathe in the machine shop, this scratch-built, ...

Explore the world of metalworking with this detailed demonstration, featuring a custom-built DIY metal vise and an in-depth ...

Discover the step-by-step process of crafting a functional miniature brass cannon from raw materials. This comprehensive ...

As hackers, we’re well accustomed to working with what we have on hand. That’s the name of the game, really. A large majority of the projects that have graced these pages are the direct result of ...

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There are several types of lathes and turning centers. Examples include a wood lathe, metal lathe, CNC lathe, CNC turning center, CNC machining center, and multi-axis machine tool. Lathes and turning ...

Don't have a lathe you can work metal on? The next best thing is just watching it happen. Here's one cutting a spiral pattern into a workpiece, much like the texture on metal stairs used to increase ...

Small workshops often face a fundamental challenge: they need to complete repair, fabrication, and modification work without relying on outside vendors for every single part. Introducing a metal lathe ...