This large format text and reference manual for the novice or machinist-in-training is illustrated with hundreds of photographs, drawings, charts, and tables. It covers the nomenclature and operation of the vertical knee-type turret milling machine in detail, presenting a full explanation of all of the skills required to operate these versatile machines. Each project in the text includes follow along photos and drawings to illustrate how each step of the operation should be performed, making this the ideal educational learning tool for apprentices. John G. Edwards teaches machine shop and is the owner of J0/El Engineering. His publications include The Auto Dictionary (winner of the 1993 SEMA "best new accessory" award) and Sunnen's Complete Cylinder Head and Engine Rebuilding Handbook.
Foreword and Introduction
About the Author
Preface
Chapter 1 : Safety
Chapter 2 : Maintenance
Chapter 3 : Knee-Type Turret Mills
Chapter 4 : Tool Holders
Chapter 5 : Cutting Tools
Chapter 6 : Work Holding Tools
Chapter 7 : Tool Cooling
Chapter 8 : Machine Head Alignment
Chapter 9 : Table and Head Movements
Chapter 10 : Planning for Projects
Chapter 11 : Sample Projects
Project Materials and Tool List
Appendix
Terms and Vocabulary
Answers to Questions
Index
