Drehbänken
Drehbänken, the German term for turning benches or lathes, denote small-scale machine tools used for shaping workpieces by rotating them against cutting tools. Historically, Drehbänken evolved from early hand-operated lathes of the medieval period to modern power-driven units in the late 19th century. They became indispensable in workshops for producing shafts, rods, and other cylindrical components in metal, wood, and plastics.
Typical Drehbänken feature a spindle to hold the rotating workpiece, a turret or headstock to attach tools,
In industrial contexts, Drehbänken serve light to moderate production lines, especially in automotive, aerospace, and machining
Design variations accommodate different materials and tolerances. Metal Drehbänken may have forged steel components and precision
Despite the surge of CNC technology, Drehbänken remain valuable for rapid prototyping and small batch production