Compound-rest taper turning method

1. What is the limitation of the tool bit taper turning method?

2. What must be known to use the compound-rest taper turning method?

3. What taper turning methods allow use of the lathe’s power feed?

4. What two steps can be taken to eliminate backlash when using the taper attachment?

5. The TPI specified on a print is 0.030″. If checking a taper attachment setup with a cross-slide-mounted dial indicator, how much movement should register on the indicator if the carriage is moved 1″ in the cutting direction?

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