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Depth of Cut in Machining: What’s Optimal?

Axial and radial depth of cut

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

What is N-Code? Explained with Examples

What is G-code? Basics

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

DeskProto Software Review: Is it worth it?

DeskProto Software - Review, v7 CAM software

DeskProto is a 3D CAM software developed by Delft Spline Systems, a brand based in the Netherlands. CAM, short for Computer Aided Manufacturing, is the process of converting a design file into a part program. The part program contains data on the machine’s toolpath for performing the desired machining operation. It is fed to the … Read more