Quiz: Metal Lathe Test

10 Questions | By Shane66 | Last updated: Nov 18, 2022 | Total Attempts: 3633

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Metalworking lathes are designed for hard machining materials. This quiz on metal lathes tests your knowledge about the process and safe and correct usage of lathe operations and its practicality. The quiz contains various questions ranging from easy, medium, to hard levels aimed at providing practical applications to help you better understand the subject. If you like the quiz, make sure you share it with your friends and family. All the best!

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1.

When using the metal lathe, safety glasses are needed when?
- A.
  
  While turning pieces at high speeds
- B.
  
  While turning pieces at slow speeds
- C.
  
  Only when starting the machine
- D.
  
  During all lathe operations
2.

A lathe machine is only used for turning metal?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

A manufacturing process, typically conducted on a lathe, whereby a visually-attractive diamond-shaped (criss-cross) pattern is cut or rolled into metal is called .
- A.
  
  Facing
- B.
  
  Knurling
- C.
  
  Tapering
- D.
  
  Threading
4.

While knurling, extra amounts of lubrication should be used?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
5.

Check the boxes that are correct. The lathe performes what kind of functions.
- A.
  
  Sanding
- B.
  
  Knurling
- C.
  
  Welding
- D.
  
  Cutting
- E.
  
  Drilling
- F.
  
  Extruding
- G.
  
  Bending
6.

What two types of chucks can be used to hold material while working with the lathe?
7.

You should remove all baggy clothing, jewlery and tie long hair up out of the way.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

Always remove the before engaging the lathe.
- A.
  
  Safety guard
- B.
  
  Cutting tool
- C.
  
  Chuck wrench
- D.
  
  Metal chips
9.

NEVER try and stop the lathe from moving with you hands.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
10.

What safety Equipment should be used when operating the metal lathe?
- A.
  
  Safety Apron
- B.
  
  Shop Glass
- C.
  
  Combat boots
- D.
  
  None of the above