Hard part turning on CNC lathes – what is it ?
The ABCs of hard part turning on CNC lathes Hard part turning is the turning of steel with a hardness over 45 HRc (typically in range 55-68 Hrc)... Read More
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CNC threading insert – partial vs. full form
CNC threading insert – difference between partial and full profile When you select a CNC threading insert, you need to be aware of whether to... Read More
CNC lathe spindle internal parts
CNC lathe spindle – what the innards look like The accuracy and life of a CNC lathe spindle depend on the material, the accuracy of... Read More
Tool life – the effect of various cutting parameters on it
Which cutting parameter has the highest effect on tool life All cutting parameters do not have the same effect on tool life Cutting speed has... Read More
Cutting speed formula in CNC turning, milling
Cutting speed formula – turning and milling The cutting speed formula is the same for both milling and turning In milling, where the... Read More
Helix angle in drill – where each angle is used
Helix angle in drill - how it affects cutting, and applications The helix angle in drill has a big difference on the cutting efficiency The... Read More
Insert nose radius and radial force in CNC turning
CNC Turning – insert nose radius and its effect on radial cutting force When turning, the axial component of the cutting force is pushing the... Read More
Positioning accuracy and repeatability in CNC turning– example
Positioning accuracy and repeatability – achieving tolerance less than the accuracy Here’s a question: A CNC turning center has a positioning... Read More
Cutting tools – Moh’s scale of hardness
CNC – Mohs scale of hardness and cutting tool materials When a cutting tool cuts a workpiece, it is basically a scratching of one material by... Read More
Machine tool beds made of Epoxy granite – why ?
Epoxy granite machine tool beds - why are they used CNC machine tool beds are increasingly being made of Epoxy granite, a composite of granite... Read More