Watch Glossary

Precision welding technique using lasers for delicate watch case and component repairs

Measurement of geometric accuracy and flatness of a watchmaking lathe's supporting bed structure.

Replaceable gripping element in watch lathe chucks that holds components during turning operations.

Method of analyzing even clamping force across lathe chuck jaws during watchmaking operations

Measurement ensuring equal clamping force across all chuck jaws preventing component slippage.

Adjustment mechanism on watch lathe to correct spindle wobble and ensure concentric part rotation.

Fine-tuning procedure for lathe's cross-slide measurement accuracy to achieve sub-micron depth cuts.

Analysis of rake angle, clearance angle, and nose radius for optimal watchmaking finish

Calculation of optimal tool advancement speed preventing chatter in micro-pivot turning

Mechanism controlling bearing friction on watchmaking lathe spindle for optimal rotation smoothness.

Wear measurement system for ceramic spindle bearings indicating maintenance requirements

Support bearing assembly on watchmaking lathes preventing component deflection during precision turning.

Fixed support point on watchmaking lathe preventing component deflection during precision turning operations.

Graduated reference wheel on watchmaking lathes for precise pitch control during screw cutting operations.

Testing procedure measuring tool post deflection under cutting load to ensure part dimensional accuracy.

Evaluation method for assessing lug durability under repetitive bracelet removal stress