Machine Tool Skills Index

This page is a resource for videos and descriptions of all common operations, procedures, and tasks in the machine shop and should be the first place you come when you're about to ask @npolanosky "How do I...". I love helping, but there are lots of people at the lab and only one (very busy) me. So I'll try and compile some info here so you can help yourself!

Machinery's Handbook

All of the information you need for the machine shop- If you need a written reference instead of videos or searching endlessly on the internet, this is the place to go. Machining, welding, tooling, material properties, thread information, various standards for a multitude of processes, fasteners, and other thing.

Mill

Mill Basics Playlist

Essential Skills: If you need an MS101 refresher, see above.

Lathe

Lathe Basics Playlist

Essential Skills: If you need an MS101 refresher, see above.

Grinding HSS Single Point Tools

Carbide Tooling

Quick Change Toolposts and How to Make Them

Grinding Lathe Tools Part 1

Grinding Lathe Tools Part 2

Carbide Insert Tooling

Carbide Vs HSS Tooling

Drill Press

Bandsaw

Grinder

HAAS

Sandblaster

Air Compressor

Materials

Tools

Projects