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* It is ''very strongly'' suggested that Metal-1 be completed before learning to use the lathe.
 
* The training for the lathe is significantly more advanced than the training for the other machines in the MakerSpace.
 
* The training for the lathe is significantly more advanced than the training for the other machines in the MakerSpace.
 
* The training is structured to take two hours, and each trainee is expected to read fully through the training documentation before arriving.
 
* The training is structured to take two hours, and each trainee is expected to read fully through the training documentation before arriving.
 
* Even with this training, there are still limitations to your access to this machine. Specifically, lathe operations will still need to be conducted in the presence of a trained Ninja until competency is confirmed
 
* Even with this training, there are still limitations to your access to this machine. Specifically, lathe operations will still need to be conducted in the presence of a trained Ninja until competency is confirmed
* Due to high demand, users who are serious about dedicating time to a continued learning of this machine will be prioritized"
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* Due to high demand, users who are serious about dedicating time to a continued learning of this machine will be prioritized.
  
 
Complete the following designs '''using the provided walk-through instructions''' to demonstrate your ability to use the machines.
 
Complete the following designs '''using the provided walk-through instructions''' to demonstrate your ability to use the machines.

Revision as of 02:24, 17 September 2017

Associated Tools

Tormach CNC Mill

Tormach CNC Lathe


Step One

Read through the presentation linked below and complete the quiz at the end.'

CNC Tools Presentation

Step Two

Lathe-1 Training Piece.jpg
  • It is very strongly suggested that Metal-1 be completed before learning to use the lathe.
  • The training for the lathe is significantly more advanced than the training for the other machines in the MakerSpace.
  • The training is structured to take two hours, and each trainee is expected to read fully through the training documentation before arriving.
  • Even with this training, there are still limitations to your access to this machine. Specifically, lathe operations will still need to be conducted in the presence of a trained Ninja until competency is confirmed
  • Due to high demand, users who are serious about dedicating time to a continued learning of this machine will be prioritized.

Complete the following designs using the provided walk-through instructions to demonstrate your ability to use the machines.

Lathe Training Walkthrough

Step Three

Complete the following designs on your own to demonstrate your ability to use the machines.