Jam Handy! Provides a detailed overview of the process of cutting screw threads on a lathe. It explains the different types of screw threads, the importance of precision in machining, and outlines the ...

The king of machine tools is the lathe, and if the king has a heart, it’s probably the leadscrew. That’s the bit that allows threading operations, arguably the most important job a lathe can tackle.

Lathes have been part of the manufacturing ecosystem for millennia, so it is impressive to see that they remain relevant to this day. With such a venerable history behind them, as well as a wide range ...