Here’s a TESDA-aligned, hands-on module for drilling, shaping, and lathe use in agarwood bead production, ready for training manuals, learner guides, or UTPRAS documentation.
🔨 Drilling, Shaping, and Lathe Use for Agarwood Bead Production
1. Objective
Trainees will learn to:
- Drill precise holes for bead stringing
- Shape beads uniformly for jewelry applications
- Use lathes safely for efficient bead production
- Maintain resin integrity and aroma during mechanical processes
2. Tools and Equipment
| Tool / Equipment | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Hand drills / pin vise | Drill small, precise holes in beads |
| Drill bits (0.8–2.0 mm) | Suitable for bead size and cord thickness |
| Mini lathe / rotary tool | Shape and smooth beads efficiently |
| Sanding attachments | Remove rough edges and refine surfaces |
| Files (needle, round, flat) | Fine-tuning and shaping beads |
| Calipers / templates | Ensure consistent bead dimensions |
| Workbench or lathe stand | Stable base for safe operation |
| PPE (goggles, dust mask, gloves) | Protect eyes, lungs, and hands |
3. Safety Guidelines
- Always wear PPE (goggles, dust mask, gloves)
- Secure beads in a lathe chuck, clamp, or jig to prevent spinning hazards
- Check tools for sharpness and mechanical integrity before use
- Avoid excessive speed or pressure on resin-rich beads
- Keep workspace clean, ventilated, and free of distractions
4. Drilling Procedure
- Mark the hole position on the bead using pencil or awl
- Secure bead in a hand jig, pin vise, or lathe chuck
- Start drilling at slow speed, following the grain to prevent cracking
- Withdraw drill periodically to remove dust and resin buildup
- Check alignment and uniformity before moving to the next bead
Tip: Drill pilot holes for large beads to reduce stress and prevent splitting.
5. Shaping Procedure
- Pre-shape beads using files or sanding blocks after cutting and planing
- Mount beads on lathe or rotary tool for final shaping
- Use gradual sanding progression: coarse → medium → fine
- Rotate beads slowly, maintaining even pressure for symmetry
- Inspect bead diameter and roundness using calipers or templates
Tip: Maintain a slight oversize to allow final polishing without losing material.
6. Lathe Operation Guidelines
- Ensure lathe is stable, securely mounted, and away from edges
- Set appropriate RPM for bead size and resin density (slow for high-resin beads)
- Use tool rests to guide files or sanding attachments
- Do not force beads into high-speed rotation—resin-rich wood can crack easily
- Always turn off lathe before adjusting clamps or bead positions
7. TESDA-Aligned Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this module, trainees should be able to:
- Drill accurate bead holes while preserving resin quality
- Shape beads to uniform dimensions using hand and power tools
- Operate mini lathes safely for bead shaping
- Apply sanding and finishing for smooth surfaces
- Assess bead quality for size, symmetry, and structural integrity
8. Practical Workshop Activity
- Trainees select conditioned agarwood blanks
- Drill pilot holes and finalize hole diameter for stringing
- Shape beads on lathe or rotary tool to achieve uniform roundness
- Fine-tune surfaces with files and sanding attachments
- Instructor evaluates drilling accuracy, symmetry, surface quality, and safety compliance
9. Quality and Aroma Considerations
- Avoid overheating resin-rich beads; excess friction can alter aroma
- Maintain consistent bead diameter for stringing aesthetics
- Preserve resin-rich surfaces to maximize natural scent
If you want, I can draft the next module on finishing, polishing, and stringing beads, including TESDA-aligned assessment rubrics and practical checklists, so your UTPRAS submission will have complete end-to-end bead production coverage.
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