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Pros / Cons:

Advantages:

• The turning process is very flexible.

• It is often used to improve surface texture. However, it should be noted that the surface and dimensional accuracy depend on factors such as the characteristics and condition of the machine tool, stiffness, vibration and chatter, process parameters, tool geometry and wear, cutting fluids, and machinability of the workpiece material.

• Operation cost can be very modest given general-purpose equipment and cutters are used.

• For mass production, special-purpose machines are used. They may cost millions of dollars but the cost is justifiable when handling labor is virtually eliminated and machining accuracy and repeatability are ensured.

Disadvantages:

• It is more costly than casting, cold forming, extrusion, etc., if these processes can provide the surface finish, and dimensional accuracy required for the part. This is clear as the stocks used in turning are usually produced by one of the above mentioned processes.