Cold - spinning is the operation of shaping very thin metal by pressing it against a form while it is rotating. The method is exactly similar to hot spinning except the condition of metal. In cold - spinning the metal is worked at room temperature.
Equipment required for spinning comprises a lathe, forming tools, and a metal or wood former to suit the shape required. A circular blank is cut and positioned against the former by a follower . A round-nose tool is used and while the lathe rotates the blank is forced to the shape of the former. The process works the material considerably, and thinning of the metal can result. Lubricants such as soap, bees-wax, white lead, and linseed oil are used to reduce the tool friction. Cold - Spinning process is frequently used in the making of bells on musical instruments and also for light fixtures, kitchen-ware, reflectors, funnels, and large processing kettles.
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