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Mechanical Engineering · Q48

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 48

Q48

The taper on the lathe spindle is

A.
1 in 10
B.
1 in 15
C.
1 in 20
Answer
D.
1 in 30

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
A machine taper is a system for securing cutting tools or toolholders in the spindle of a machine tool or power tool. A male member of conical form (that is, with a taper) fits into the female socket, which has a matching taper of equal angle The taper on the lathe spindle is 1 in 20