Cylindrical Grinding Flashcards
1
Q
What is cylindrical grinding used to make?
A
This is used to produce cylindrical objects.
2
Q
How is the workpiece held in this process?
A
The workpiece is held in a chuck, or between centres,
3
Q
Explain how this process happens?
A
The workpiece is held in a chuck, or between centres, and set to rotate.
Then a grinding wheel, when brought into contact with the workpiece, will produce a smooth accurate cylinder.
4
Q
How can long pieces be ground? What can also be carried out?
A
Long workpieces can be ground as the table can reciprocate and the wheel head can move towards the workpiece.
tapered work can also be carried out.
