Introduction to Milling Machines

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What is the main function of a milling machine?

  • Rotating work against a stationary cutter
  • Feeding the work against a rotating cutter (correct)
  • Cutting metal vertically
  • Rotating work against a rotating cutter

Which type of milling machine can be used for machining flat surfaces?

  • Vertical milling machine
  • Special type milling machine
  • Planer type milling machine
  • Table type milling machine (correct)

What type of milling machine has a knee mounted on the column for accurate vertical movement?

  • Column and knee type milling machine (correct)
  • Planer type milling machine
  • Vertical milling machine
  • Universal milling machine

What distinguishes a plain milling machine from other types?

<p>Vertical, longitudinal, and crosswise movement of the work (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which plane does the cutter rotate in a horizontal milling machine?

<p>Horizontal plane (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What part of a column and knee type milling machine is designed to move up and down accurately?

<p>Knee (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In up milling, how is the workpiece fed in relation to the milling cutter's rotation?

<p>Against (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common issue encountered during up milling due to the cutting force direction?

<p>Excessive vibration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What milling method allows coolant to directly reach the cutting point?

<p>Down milling (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cutter holding device is used for small cutters with threaded holes at the center?

<p>Screwed arbour (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What attachment is used to divide the periphery of a workpiece into equal parts?

<p>Indexing head attachment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the indexing operation in a milling machine?

<p>Divide workpiece into equal parts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of dividing head is suitable for cutting gears and keyways?

<p>Universal dividing head (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of milling machine is capable of performing helical milling works due to the swiveling table?

<p>Universal milling machine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which milling machine allows for machining slots and flat surfaces by moving the table?

<p>Vertical milling machine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a milling machine holds an overhanging arm and supports the arbor?

<p>Column (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a vertical milling machine, where is the spindle positioned?

<p>Vertically (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a milling machine is responsible for moving in a cross direction and can be powered or moved manually?

<p>Saddle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the overhanging arm in a milling machine?

<p>Supporting the arbor and cutters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a vertical milling machine is used for rotating the spindle?

<p>Column (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an arbor in a milling machine?

<p>Holds different types of cutters (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sets apart an Omniversal milling machine from a Universal milling machine?

<p>The capability to tilt the knee to a required angle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature that distinguishes a Vertical milling machine from other types?

<p>Rotating spindle head (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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