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
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
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
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
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 – achieving tolerance less than the accuracy Here’s a question: A CNC turning center has a positioning... Read More
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
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