Preferred numbers and sizes in engineering and design There is a preferred numbers and sizes system in engineering design, worldwide. Here’s the explanation. What do
Nose radius, feed rate and surface finish – an insert nose radius chart The nose radius of the insert has a direct effect on the
What is the APT programming language ? Where is it used in CNC programming ? APT programming language is a language for defining tool paths
CNC: Temperature at the cutting tip – enough to light a cigarette ? Tobacco and paper both ignite at a temperature of 250 degrees C.
Why you cannot cut steel with PCD tools (Diamond tools) Diamond is great cutting tool material, but diamond tools (actually technically PCD tools) cannot cut ferrous
What does the controller do with a CNC program ? Ever wondered what actually happens to the various commands in a CNC program when it
CNC: Grooving on CNC lathes – why you need a dwell at the bottom The grooving insert moving into the groove is actually moving along
Cutting tools: What is insert grade, and insert grade selection Insert grade selection is important because there is no one ‘carbide’. There are carbides and
CNC threading: G76 Fanuc threading cycle – first depth of cut calculation CNC threading often fails because of improper depths of cut. Too high depth
CNC: IP ratings of the electricals in a CNC machine How much water and dust can your CNC electricals withstand ? The IP (Ingress Protection)