Heavy Duty Lathe Work – Rough Machining a Large Steel Shaft

In this video, a badly rough massive steel shaft is machined on an old conventional manual lathe using heavy cutting parameters. The operation focuses on rough turning, removing large amounts of material to bring the shaft closer to its required dimensions.

This is old-school machining at its finest, where operator skill, tool setup, and machine rigidity matter more than automation. Watch as thick chips fly, cutting forces build, and the lathe handles the challenge of a large-diameter steel shaft.

Perfect for fans of traditional machining, manual lathe work, industrial metal cutting, and heavy-duty workshop operations. No CNC, no shortcuts—just steel, tools, and experience.


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