Blanchard lathe

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:lager
gptkbp:accessories tool holders
dust collection systems
coolant systems
workholding devices
gptkbp:available_in various sizes
gptkbp:can composite materials
ferrous metals
non-ferrous metals
gptkbp:control_system manual or automatic
gptkbp:environmental_concerns requires proper ventilation
coolant management
gptkbp:features magnetic chuck
rotary table
vertical spindle
gptkbp:has_achieved tolerances of ±0.001 inches
flatness specifications
surface finishes of 16 microinches
gptkbp:historical_significance widely used in WWII
influenced modern machining techniques
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Blanchard lathe
gptkbp:introduced_in 1930s
gptkbp:is_standardized_by gptkb:ISO_9001
AS9100
gptkbp:known_for high efficiency
removing material quickly
flat surface finish
gptkbp:legal_principle rotary grinding
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular servicing
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Blanchard_Machine_Company
gptkbp:market_position new and used models
gptkbp:notable_applications industrial manufacturing
precision machining
large metal parts
gptkbp:powers typically 10-50 HP
gptkbp:related_to CNC machines
grinding machines
metalworking equipment
gptkbp:requires skilled operator
gptkbp:safety_features operator training
emergency stop
guarding mechanisms
gptkbp:speed up to 100 RPM
gptkbp:training operator certification
gptkbp:used_for surface grinding
gptkbp:user_base gptkb:civil_aviation
gptkb:automotive_industry
gptkb:military_defense
heavy machinery manufacturers
tool and die shops
gptkbp:workpiece_size up to 60 inches in diameter
gptkbp:workpiece_weight up to 10,000 pounds
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Thomas_Blanchard
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7