Lathe cutting threads on the iron rod end
rod-bending

Threaded 10mm Iron Rod Crank Bending | Lathe + CNC

10mm iron rods threaded on the lathe then CNC bent into crank link rods, batch output verified on drawings. Machining and bending combined hardware.

Key Specifications

Materials
Iron rod, 10 mm diameter

Key Features

  • Threads cut first, bend added without damage
  • Crank planes indexed in one clamping
  • Batch parts match the customer print
  • Robust 10mm bar for load-bearing links
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How Do Threaded Link Rods Keep Their Angles Across a Batch?

Short answer: One clamping, indexed planes. This video shows 10mm iron rods threaded on the lathe, then bent into crank links on a CNC station - every finished rod laid on the drawing to prove the geometry.

What the Video Demonstrates

StepProcessResult
1Lathe threads rod endsReady-to-fasten
2Rod clamped at bend dieSingle datum
3Crank planes formedLocked angles
4Overlay on printBatch verified

Key Applications

  • Gear-shift and clutch linkage cranks
  • Support and adjuster rods
  • Machine handle spindles

Thread-First vs Bend-First

SequenceRiskControl
Thread firstBend marks threadsKeep bend zone clear, support dies
Bend firstThread setup on curved barExtra fixturing

FAQ

How far is the bend from the thread? The program sets a minimum setback; the die nose supports the bar right up to it.

Can stainless run this flow? Yes - same process with springback compensation for stainless grades.

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