CNC milling, turning and 5-axis machining: speeds and feeds, tolerances, GD&T, surface finish, workholding and DFM.
- CNC Machining DFM: Design Rules That Cut Cost
- CNC Machining Fundamentals: Processes, Axes and Control
- CNC Milling vs CNC Turning: How to Choose the Process
- 5-Axis CNC Machining: Kinematics, Uses and Trade-offs
- Machining Aluminum Alloys: Parameters and Tooling
- Machining Die Cast Components: Datums, Stock and Porosity
- Speeds and Feeds: Cutting Parameter Calculation Guide
- CNC Surface Finish: Ra Values, Processes and Costs
- CNC Tolerances and GD&T: Practical Specification Guide
- Workholding and Fixture Design for CNC Machining
5-Axis CNC Machining: Kinematics, Uses and Trade-offs
5-axis CNC machining explained: machine kinematics, 3+2 positional versus simultaneous milling, RTCP compensation, setup reduction and programming risk.
CNC Machining DFM: Design Rules That Cut Cost
CNC machining DFM rules that reduce cost: setup count, corner radii, pocket depth ratios, wall thickness limits, standard tooling and sensible tolerancing.
CNC Machining Fundamentals: Processes, Axes and Control
A technical introduction to CNC machining covering milling, turning, machine axes, CNC control architecture, toolpath generation and process capability.
CNC Milling vs CNC Turning: How to Choose the Process
How to choose between CNC milling and CNC turning based on part geometry, rotational symmetry, tolerance, cycle time, setup count and total machined cost.
CNC Surface Finish: Ra Values, Processes and Costs
CNC surface finish explained: typical Ra values by process, the turning finish formula, secondary finishing options and how finish specifications drive cost.
CNC Tolerances and GD&T: Practical Specification Guide
Practical guidance on CNC tolerances and GD&T: ISO 2768 general tolerances, achievable shop capability, datum reference frames, MMC and bonus tolerance.
Machining Aluminum Alloys: Parameters and Tooling
Machining aluminum alloys: cutting parameters for 6061, 7075, 2024 and cast A380, tool geometry, built-up edge control, coolant strategy and chip evacuation.
Machining Die Cast Components: Datums, Stock and Porosity
Machining die cast components: datum strategy on as-cast surfaces, machining stock allowances, subsurface porosity on sealing faces and silicon tool wear.
Speeds and Feeds: Cutting Parameter Calculation Guide
Calculate CNC speeds and feeds correctly: cutting speed, feed per tooth, table feed, material removal rate, chip thinning and depth of cut selection.
Workholding and Fixture Design for CNC Machining
Workholding and fixture design for CNC: the 3-2-1 locating principle, vises, soft jaws, vacuum chucks, clamping distortion and repeatability versus accuracy.