Slotter Machine Quiz

What is the primary function of a slotter machine?

• Drilling holes

• Cutting external threads

• Machining internal keyways and slots

• Welding metal parts

Who invented the slotter machine?

• James Watt

• Richard Roberts

• Henry Ford

• Nikola Tesla

Which component of the slotter machine holds the cutting tool and moves vertically?

• Work table

• Ram

• Base

• Column

What material is commonly used for the base of a slotter machine?

• Aluminum

• Plastic

• Cast iron

• Copper

How does a slotter machine differ from a shaper?

• It cuts horizontally

• It uses a rotating cutter

• It operates with a vertical ram

• It cannot cut metal

Which type of slotter is designed for heavy-duty operations like punching?

• Precision slotter

• CNC slotter

• Puncher slotter

• Trimming slotter

In which industry are slotter machines commonly used to produce internal splines?

• Textile

• Automotive

• Agriculture

• Pharmaceuticals

What is the key advantage of a CNC slotter machine?

• Manual operation

• Low cost

• High precision and repeatability

• No need for cutting tools

Which cutter type is ideal for machining a T-slot?

• Single-point cutter

• Dovetail cutter

• T-slot cutter

• External cutter

What is the main limitation of a horizontal slotter?

• Cannot cut metal

• Limited to small workpieces

• Requires frequent lubrication

• Less common than vertical slotters