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Face milling is a common type of machining operation that uses a high-speed cutting tool to remove material from the workpiece to produce a plain high-quality surface. Different types of face milling tools can be used to perform roughing or finishing operations on the stock. But what exactly is face milling? How do you perform … Read more
Machining is the process of material removal to carve the desired shape out of the stock material. Although there are various factors that govern a machining process, the depth of cut is an important factor that affects other machining parameters like chip load, speeds, and feeds. Optimizing the depth of cut can be difficult, and … Read more
CNC programming uses G-code language to program a CNC machine. These codes consist of various types of codes such as N-codes, T-codes, S-codes, etc. Each code plays a specific role in determining the functionality of the CNC machine. However, N-codes generally do not have any practical significance in operating the CNC machine. Then what exactly … Read more
If you’re just getting into the CNC world, the software, machine and all the associated complexities can confuse you. This guide provides a simple step-by-step process for a beginner looking to use a CNC router. Although every CNC machine has its own set of buttons and features, the core principles remain the same for every … Read more
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