摘要 |
<p>This invention relates to a remote constant surface speed control mechanism for a lathe wherein variations in surface speed of a workpiece are controlled by electronic/electrical means readily accessible to an operator during cutting operations. Referring to the figure there is illustrated the use of a plastic or diecast handgrip (14) which is fitted over a cutting chisel handle (15). Handgrip (24) houses a UHF (2 channel) transmitter with control buttons (16 and 17) for fast and slow operation of the headstock spindle. This control handgrip can be operated by the wood turner whilst cutting the workpiece (18) secured to the headstock with chisel (19) supported on tool rest (20).</p> |