Capstan lathe is one of the types of semi-automatic lathe. On semi-automatic lathes, machining operations are carried out automatically. Functions other than machining, such as loading and unloading work, tool positioning and cooling operations are done manually.
Turret Lathe Parts DiagramDifference between capstan lathe and turret lathe
The capstan lathe is limited to manufacturing work from the bar fed during the empty spindle held in a pickup and the standard machine contains a provision for fixing a jaw chuck at the end of the spindle so that bars, castings and forgings can be retained
The inner hole is tapered to obtain the lathe center and proper pickup for the bar
containment.
The tailstock does not provide central support for bars and lifting of shank tools. End head support is not required as short piece bar stock is used for
work production.
between carriage with tower slide.
The capstan head moves on the capstan slide in the familiar motion by the stop, while the entire remaining unit is bolted to the right, out of the bed paths.
The lead screw does not yield and the thread is produced using the threading head mounted on the capstan head







