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CNCCookbook 2020 CAM Survey [ What’s the most popular CAM? ]

by Bob Warfield | Jan 19, 2020 | Blog, CNC Products, Software

This year, we had over 400 responses to the CNCCookbook 2020 CAM Survey.  Last year it was about 300 responses.  The results are always fascinating.  As before, I will publish the full results in an eBook that is only available to loyal CNCCookbook readers.  In other...

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Feeds and Speeds: The Definitive Guide (Updated for 2020)

by Bob Warfield | Jan 11, 2020 | Blog, CNC Beginner, Feeds and Speeds, Machining Techniques, Manual Machining, Software

Feeds and Speeds: The Definitive Guide (Updated for 2020) If you’re serious about CNC, you NEED to optimize your Feeds and Speeds. Why? Because feeds and speeds are the key to getting the best: Tool Life Fastest Machining Time (MRR) Surface Finish Fortunately,...

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4 Axis CNC Machining in 2020: The Definitive Guide

by Bob Warfield | Jan 2, 2020 | Blog, Machining Techniques

4 Axis CNC Machining in 2020: The Definitive Guide This is my complete guide to 4 Axis CNC Machining in 2020. In this brand new guide you’ll learn: Why to use a 4th Axis How a 4th Axis Works 4 Axis CNC Workholding 4 Axis for CNC Routers DIY 4th Axis So if...

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Surface Plate 2020 Complete Guide [Granite, Cast Iron, Steel]

by Bob Warfield | Dec 28, 2019 | Blog, CNC Beginner, CNC Products, Machining Techniques

Surface Plate 2020 Complete Guide [Granite, Cast Iron, Steel] Grade A Black Granite Surface Plate, 18″ x 12″.  About $160 on Amazon… A Surface Plate is a solid flat plate used to mimic a perfect 2D plane as accurately as possible to facilitate other...

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5 Kinds of CNC Simulator [Speed Work + Save Time]

by Bob Warfield | Dec 21, 2019 | Blog, CNC Beginner, CNC Manufacturing & Job Shops, CNC Products, Feeds and Speeds, GCode, Machining Techniques, Software

What’s a CNC Simulator and How Can They Help? CNC Simulators follow in the footsteps of many other kinds of simulation.  Ever since computers became available, simulation became a powerful or even the preferred way of solving problems.  The idea is to model the...

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Easy Guide to Chamfer Mill Speeds and Feeds [ 2020 Usage Tips ]

by Bob Warfield | Dec 13, 2019 | Blog, CNC Beginner, CNC Products, CNC Router, Feeds and Speeds, Machining Techniques, Manual Machining

Easy Guide to Chamfer Mill Speeds and Feeds [ 2020 Usage Tips ] Chamfer Mills, Cutters, and Router Bits are an essential part of any CNC’ers tooling.  They make it easy to put that nice chamfered edge on parts that is such a signature for CNC machined work. ...

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