CNC: Milling holder tapers (the story behind the names BT30, CAT40, etc.) The taper used generally used is the NMTB, also called NMT or NT.
CNC: Cycle time reduction by controlling what the spindle does at tool change On a CNC lathe, what you do with the spindle during tool
CNC: Coolant – the inner gory details In a typical machining operation in CNC turning or CNC milling, two-thirds of the heat is generated as
ISO turning tool holder nomenclature – simplified Turning tool holder nomenclature follows an ISO standard. If you are working on a CNC shop floor with
CNC – Hardness of various insert coating materials Here’s a comparison of the hardness of various coating materials used on cutting tools and inserts. Colours
CNC axes directions on Horizontal Machining centers (HMCs) – rotary and linear axes CNC axes directions always follow a convention, and all CNC machine manufacturers
CNC Turning insert shapes and their cutting properties When we select an insert for an operation, we select it based on these characteristics:– How versatile
What is a Modular tooling system, and how does it reduce tooling cost ? A Modular tooling system enables you to assemble tools from a
CNC – Heat shrink holder The heat shrink holder has a cylindrical bore which holds a tool with a cylindrical shank, like a side lock
CNC: Nose radius selection – something you have to poke your nose into Selection of the nose radius depends on the depth of cut and