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 MACHINING (MAC)
 
   
MAC101: Milling Machine SBU

The vertical milling machine is one of the most popular and versatile tools at TechShop. Once you have successfully been checked out on the TechShop milling machine through this Safety and Basic Use (SBU) class, you will have the confidence and knowledge needed to use these machines to precisely shape steel, aluminum, brass or plastics.

During this class, each student will make a business card holder from aluminum.

For your safety, please wear a short-sleeved shirt for this class and while using this machine, and remember to always wear closed-toed shoes at TechShop.



Once you take and successfully pass this class, you can use this equipment for your projects whenever you work at TechShop as a member!
4 sessions currently scheduled:
    Milling Machine SBU Tuesday, 5/28/13 5:30 PM 3.0 Hours $90.00 plus $9.00 Materials Fee 5 SEATS TOTAL
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    Milling Machine SBU Wednesday, 6/5/13 5:30 PM 3.0 Hours $90.00 plus $9.00 Materials Fee 5 SEATS TOTAL
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    Milling Machine SBU Tuesday, 6/11/13 5:30 PM 3.0 Hours $90.00 plus $9.00 Materials Fee 5 SEATS TOTAL
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    Milling Machine SBU Monday, 6/24/13 5:30 PM 3.0 Hours $90.00 plus $9.00 Materials Fee 5 SEATS TOTAL
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MAC102: Metal Lathe SBU

In this class, you will learn the skills needed to safely operate a full-sized metal turning lathe.

Each student in this Safety and Basic Use (SBU) class will make and take a brass refrigerator magnet by shaping the profile of round metal stock to make a body and a handle, and bore a hole to accommodate the press-fit magnet.

For your safety, please wear a short-sleeved shirt for this class and while using this machine, and remember to always wear closed-toed shoes at TechShop.

Once you take and successfully pass this class, you can use this equipment for your projects whenever you work at TechShop as a member!
2 sessions currently scheduled:
    Metal Lathe SBU Monday, 6/3/13 5:30 PM 3.0 Hours $90.00 plus $5.00 Materials Fee 5 SEATS TOTAL
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    Metal Lathe SBU Wednesday, 6/19/13 5:30 PM 3.0 Hours $90.00 plus $5.00 Materials Fee 5 SEATS TOTAL
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MAC205: Advanced Metal Lathe - Knurling and Threading

Using a metal lathe to create custom threads for bolts, nuts or any custom application can seem like a daunting and quite complex machining operation.

This class breaks down the process and clearly explains the concepts and techniques of threading. You will learn about the different types of tools used for threading, anatomy and nomenclature of threads and the step-by-step process to machining any kind of thread. We will also cover the process of knurling parts to create texture for gripping.

This class is a great way to learn a fundamental lathe skill-set and increase your overall comfort with lathes and what can be created with them.
1 session currently scheduled:
    Advanced Metal Lathe - Knurling and Threading Thursday, 5/30/13 5:30 PM 2.0 Hours $60.00 plus $10.00 Materials Fee 4 SEATS TOTAL
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