How To Set Up A Parting Off Tool

A part off tool is not a substitute for a cut off saw.

How to set up a parting off tool. Holding the tool against the face of the part may help with this. The more rigid the machine the easier it is to part things off. Ensure the tip of the tool rests at the same height as the center of the stock.

Ensure the parting tool is perpendicular to the face of the chuck you can alternatively use a dial indicator. Set of 2 HSS Trapezoid Blades 18x 34 Wide x 6 Long for Lathe Parting Cut off Tool Holders-Hard Ground. We recommend to use a sub-spindle if available.

When machining with long overhangs it is especially important to mount the bar correctly to ensure enough clamping contact. A parting tool properly set up will not leave a tit so make sure things are on center. Ensure that the parting tool is perpendicular to the axis of rotation and that the tip is the same height as the center of the part.

The solution when using carbide inserts for parting off it is best only to use then to within a millimetre or two from the middle of workpiece. Parting is one of the most misunderstood machining operations on the lathe. 2 Use a T type parting tool.

For an optimal parting tool set-up use a tool holder with a short overhang to avoid vibration. Make sure the parting tool is perpendicular to the axis of rotation. This video covers how to properly grind the tool how to set the tool so it is ri.

The tool holder should barely clear the workpiece when the parting tool is installed. If the carbide cutter has an angle on it it is usually quite small. Alternatives to a rear tool post for better parting off are-1 Remove the top slide and mount a hefty block tool post direct on the cross slide.