Slotter

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005377",
  "term": "Slotter",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A machine tool that performs a slotting operation, which involves cutting internal or external keyways, splines, or grooves into a workpiece. It uses a reciprocating single-point cutting tool that moves vertically to remove material. Slotters are often employed for machining blind holes or intricate internal shapes that are difficult to access with other tools.",
  "synonyms": [
    "mortiser"
  ],
  "subject": "Manufacturing",
  "see_also": [
    "mortiser"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Slotter",
    "es": "ranuradora",
    "fr": "rainureuse"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/slotter/"
}