CNC Lathe for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know | The Lathe Lab Ep.1

🔧 Welcome to The Lathe Lab 🔧
In this new series, Luke Niels from Crusader Machining dives deep into CNC lathe machining, covering everything from machine setup and programming to turning, threading, and advanced operations. With over 20 years of industry experience, Luke brings real-world insights and practical tips to help machinists of all levels improve their skills.
In this first episode, he covers:
✅ The Anatomy of a CNC Lathe - Breaking down the main spindle, sub-spindle, turrets, and axes.
✅ Essential Lathe Operations - An introduction to turning, roughing, and finishing.
✅ Threading Basics - Understanding OD & ID threading and the best techniques for clean cuts.
✅ Speeds, Feeds & Tool Life - How to balance efficiency and longevity.
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