Metalworking processes
Turning (lathe)
Used for metals.
- Adjust the speed of the lathe.
- The lathe rotates the metal.
- Adjust the angle and placement of the cutting tool to the correct diameter.
- The cutting tool moves across to cut the metal into a cylindrical shape.
Die casting
Used for metals.
- Pour the metal into the chamber.
- The plunger pushes the metal into the cavity.