Tc 9-524 fundamentals of machine tools

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TC 9-524
 
 
 
 
FUNDAMENTALS OF MACHINE TOOLS 
 
 
OCTOBER 1996 
 
 
 
HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY 
 
DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTION: 
Approved for public release; distribution is 
unlimited. 
 

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TC 9-524
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TC 9-524
Preface
The purpose of this training circular is to provide a better understanding of power-driven machine tools. It also
supplements technical manuals in the 9-3400-series covering power-driven machine tools.
One of the main objectives is for this publication is to be clear and understandable. Illustrations throughout this
publication show the step-by-step process of many machine shop operations. The tables, charts, formulas, weights,
and measurements in this publication can be a ready reference for selecting the proper tooling and math formulas
for machining different materials.
The proponent of this publication is HQ TRADOC. Send comments and recommendations on DA Form 2028
directly to the Department of the Army, Training Directorate, ATTN: ATCL-AO, 801 Lee Avenue, Fort Lee,
Virginia 23801-1713.
Unless this publication states otherwise, masculine nouns and pronouns do not refer exclusively to men.
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TC 9-524
Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION TO THE MACHINE SHOP
GENERAL INFORMATION
FORMS, RECORDS, AND REPORTS
Accurate records are valuable. Unit officers are responsible
for completion of forms, records, and reports. DA Pam 738-
750 lists records, reports, and authorized forms that are
normally used for inspection and repair. Properly executed
forms authorize and record repair or replacement of materiel.
The forms, records, and reports document the work required,
follow the progress of the work within the shops, and indicate
the status of the material upon completion of repairs.