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What are the 7 basic types of machine tools?

What are the 7 basic types of machine tools

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What are the 7 basic types of machine tools?

The seven basic types of machine tools are:

  1. Lathe: Shapes rotating workpieces by cutting or sanding.
  2. Milling Machine: Cuts material with rotating cutters for flat or complex shapes.
  3. Drill Press: Drills precise holes in workpieces.
  4. Grinding Machine: Uses abrasive wheels to smooth or sharpen surfaces.
  5. Shaper: Cuts flat or angled surfaces with a back-and-forth motion.
  6. Planer: Similar to a shaper but for larger workpieces.
  7. EDM (Electric Discharge Machine): Uses electrical sparks to shape or cut hard materials.


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