Basic Engine Lathe: Turning a Radius is part 11 of the Basic Engine Lathe 14-part training series.

In machine shop terminology, a radius refers to the rounding of a sharp corner to produce a concave shape or a convex shape. This course will show students five methods of turning a radius on a workpiece.

Course objectives include:

• Understand the safety procedures that should be followed in a machine shop as well as those required for turning a radius on a workpiece
• Describe the steps in setting up a lathe to turn a radius with the following methods: forming tools, hand manipulation, radius attachment, radius rod, and compound rest.

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