CNC What is 2D, 3D and 5-axis Milling2D milling (also called 2.5 D milling): 1. The tool axis is constant during an operation. 2. The

The CNC Machine requires a set of programming instructions to move the cutting tool around the workpiece to cut it according to drawing specifications. There

Reducing machining time in CNC face milling Most times we blindly use the same tool path for rough and finish CNC face milling, and the

Cutting speed formula – turning and milling The cutting speed formula is the same for both milling and turning. In milling, where the tool is

Insert selection – based on insert geometry at cutting edge and chip breaker Insert selection on a lot of shop floors is often done without

CNC – Modifying cutting speed for required tool life Recommended cutting speeds in tool catalogs are for a tool life of 15 minutes. This means

CNC – Eliminate trial part rejection and increase profits This is one of those “Oh, this is how we’ve always done things here” areas of

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

CNC: Work hardening, and how it affects CNC machining Work hardening is the process of a metal becoming stronger and harder by plastic deformation, due