Millwright Level 1 Practice Exam

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The size of a lathe is determined by what factors?

Maximum distance between the centres and the amount of swing
Overall weight and length of bed
Diameter of the tool holder and length of travel
Type of motor and gear ratio

The correct answer is: Maximum distance between the centres and the amount of swing

The size of a lathe is primarily determined by the maximum distance between the centers and the amount of swing. The maximum distance between centers indicates the longest workpiece that can be machined on the lathe, while the swing refers to the largest diameter of the workpiece that can be accommodated over the bed of the lathe. These two dimensions are critical because they define the lathe's capacity for various machining operations, making them the key metrics for assessing the size of any lathe. While overall weight and length of the bed can provide some information about the machine's build quality and stability, they do not directly indicate its machining capabilities regarding workpiece size. Similarly, the diameter of the tool holder and length of travel pertain to the tool used and its movement but do not define the machine's size itself. The type of motor and gear ratio are important for performance and speed control but do not determine the lathe's physical dimensions.