What is lathe and basic components?

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A lathe is a machine tool used for shaping and machining various materials. It consists of several basic components.

A lathe is used for turning, facing, drilling, and boring operations.
The main components of a lathe include the bed, headstock, tailstock, carriage, and tool post.
The bed is the base of the lathe and provides support for other components.
The headstock houses the main spindle, which holds the workpiece and provides rotational motion.
The tailstock supports the other end of the workpiece and can be moved along the bed.
The carriage moves along the bed and holds the cutting tool.
The tool post holds the cutting tool and can be adjusted for different operations.
Other components include the chuck, which holds the workpiece securely, and the feed mechanism for controlling the cutting tool's movement.
Examples of lathe types include engine lathes, turret lathes, and CNC lathes.

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