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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"
* 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

  • 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.