Lab Report ME8
Lab Report ME8
Lab Report ME8
Lab Report
Laboratory Course Code: ME-2112
Semester: 4th
Section: A
Lab report. 8
Introduction to drill machine, its parts, operations and preparing a job.
Introduction to drill machine, its parts, operations and preparing a job.
Table of contents
Table of contents………………………….………………2
Introduction………………………………….…....………3
Objectives…………………………………….…...………3
Theory…………………………………………….…….…3
Tools………………………………………………...……..5
Procedure…………………………………………...……..5
Precautions………………………………………..……….5
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Introduction to drill machine, its parts, operations and preparing a job.
Introduction:
Objectives:
To study the working of drill machine
To learn the basic operations and parts of drill machine
Theory:
Drill machine:
Drill machine is a powerful tool that not only performs drilling actions but other functions such
as countersinking, counter boring, reaming and tapping large or small holes.
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Introduction to drill machine, its parts, operations and preparing a job.
Column:
The column of most drill presses is circular and built rugged and solid. The column supports the
head and the sleeve or quill assembly.
Table:
The worktable is supported on an arm mounted to the column. The worktable can be adjusted
vertically to accommodate different heights of work or it may be swung completely out of the
way. It may be tilted up to 90° in either direction, to allow for long pieces to be end or angled
drilled.
Base:
The base of the drilling machine supports the entire machine and when bolted to the floor,
provides for vibration-free operation and best machining accuracy. The top of the base is similar
to a worktable and maybe equipped with T-slots for mounting work too large for the table.
Uses:
A drill machine is used to cut holes into or through metal, wood, or other materials.
Drilling machines use a drilling tool that has cutting edges at its point. This cutting tool is held in
the drill press by a chuck and is rotated and fed into the work at variable speeds.
Drilling machines may be used to perform other operations such as countersinking, boring,
counter boring, spot facing, reaming, and tapping. The size or capacity of the drilling machine is
usually determined by the largest piece of stock that can be center-drilled. Other ways to
determine the size of the drill press are by the largest hole that can be drilled, the distance
between the spindle and column, and the vertical distance between the worktable and spindle.
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Introduction to drill machine, its parts, operations and preparing a job.
Tapping:
Tapping is cutting a thread in a drilled hole. Tapping is accomplished on the drilling machine by
selecting and drilling the tap drill size, then using the drilling machine chuck to hold and align
the tap while it is turned by hand. The drilling machine is not a tapping machine, so it should not
be used to power tap. To avoid breaking taps, ensure the tap aligns with the center axis of the
hole, keep tap flutes clean to avoid jamming, and clean chips out of the bottom of the hole before
attempting to tap.
Reaming:
Reaming a drilled hole is another operation that can be performed on a drilling machine. It is
difficult to drill a hole to an exact standard diameter. When great accuracy is required, the holes
are first drilled slightly undersized and then reamed to size.
Boring:
Occasionally a straight and smooth hole is needed which is too large or odd sized for drills or
reamers. A boring tool can be inserted into the drilling machine and bore any size hole into
which the tool holder will fit. A boring bar with a tool bit installed is used for boring on the
larger drilling machines. To bore accurately, the setup must be rigid, machine must be sturdy,
and power feed must be used. Boring is not recommended for hand-feed drilling machines. Hand
feed is not smooth enough for boring and can be dangerous. The tool bit could catch the work-
piece and throw it back at the operator. First, secure the work and drill a hole for the boring bar.
Then, insert the boring bar without changing the setup.
Tools:
Drill machine
Metal pieces
Punch
Procedure:
The metal pieces were punched in the centre to create a mark for drilling.
The metal piece was then placed on the work table of the drill machine.
The machine was started and drilling was done in the centre of the metal piece where it was
punched.
Both metal pieces were drilled the same way.
Precautions:
Do not support the work-pieces by hand. Use a holding device to hold the work-piece.
Never make adjustments while the machine is working.
Use a brush to clean the chips away.
Wear eye protection while working.