CNC BASICS

CNC Programming: Beginner’s Easy Guide

by Bob Warfield | Feb 8, 2020 | Blog, CNC Basics, GCode, Software

CNC Parts have to be Programmed, which means going from a Design to a G-Code Part Program. 1 Decide What Programming Tools to Use Deliverable: Choose CAM, Conversational CNC, or Hand Written G-Code G-Code programs can be created with CAM Software, Conversational CNC,...

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CNC Design of Parts: Easy Guide 2020

by Bob Warfield | Feb 7, 2020 | Blog, CNC Basics, Software

The first step in Making a CNC Part is to Design the Idealized Part. Design the part in the CAD software based on sketches, photos, specifications, and any other ideas we have for the part. The part is “Idealized” because we haven’t done any serious...

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Learn CNC Basics: 2020 Easy Guide [ +Machining Tutorials ]

by Bob Warfield | Feb 7, 2020 | Blog, CNC Basics, CNC Router, DIY CNC, Feeds and Speeds, GCode, Machining Techniques

Learn CNC Basics: 2020 Easy Guide You’ll need the CNC Basics to get started in CNC.  Use this guide to find the best CNC Tutorials for beginners.  We’ll tell you what things you’ll want to learn and in what order.  Nothing beats a great roadmap that...

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GD&T Basics 2020 Easy Guide [Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing]

by Bob Warfield | Jan 31, 2020 | Blog, CNC Basics, CNC Manufacturing & Job Shops, Machining Techniques

GD&T Basics 2020 Easy Guide [Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing] This is an EASY guide to GD&T. So if you want to learn and use Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, you’ll love our easy step-by-step descriptions of how everything works. Free...

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

by Bob Warfield | Jan 11, 2020 | Blog, CNC Basics, 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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Surface Plate 2020 Complete Guide [Granite, Cast Iron, Steel]

by Bob Warfield | Dec 28, 2019 | Blog, CNC Basics, 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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