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 – Key parts of a CNC VMC/HMC fixture The construction principle of all fixtures is common All fixtures consist of locators, clamps and... 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
CNC – Why Gray Cast Iron is used in machine tool parts Vibration in machine tools causes poor part accuracy and surface finish, and leads to... Read More
CNC: 2D, 3D and 5-axis Milling – where are they used The vast majority of CNC machines worldwide (95 % or more) are used for 2D milling This can... Read More
Cutting speed vs Feed rate - difference in CNC milling There is often confusion about cutting speed vs feed rate in milling Here is a brief... Read More