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Spindelstock
German → American English
American English
Headstock
der vordere Teil einer Werkzeugmaschine, der die Spindel aufnimmt und antreibt
Der Spindelstock einer Drehbank enthält die Hauptspindel und das Antriebssystem.Use Spindelstock mainly in technical contexts, especially for machine tools like lathes or milling machines. In everyday English, headstock is the natural equivalent; it is not a general word for a “stock” or “pole.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does "Spindelstock" mean in English?
It means "headstock," the part of a machine tool that houses and supports the spindle.
Is "Spindelstock" used for a lathe?
Yes. On a lathe, the Spindelstock is the headstock at the driving end of the machine.
What is the difference between "Spindelstock" and "Reitstock"?
The Spindelstock is the headstock; the Reitstock is the tailstock at the opposite end.