by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Software, Tools and Techniques
Everyone dislikes when their CNC machine encounters a malfunction, and it’s impossible to fully guarantee that such an incident will never occur. These malfunctions can be damaging to the tools, the parts being constructed, the fixtures (ever seen a vise...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Projects, GCode
It’s time to progress with the Machinist’s Hammer project. I am manually penning the g-code for this undertaking, without resorting to CAM software. Given the straightforward nature of this project, it’s quite hassle-free. Furthermore, a wide range...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Software
While we may not be able to offer 31 flavors of ice cream, we’re certainly able to provide a comprehensive list of 30 distinct features you should explore in our G-Code Editor. If you have not acquired it yet, register for the no-cost 30-day trial to evaluate...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Basics, GCode, Tools and Techniques
CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial The G71 rough turning cycle present on numerous controls is truly beneficial. You designate a profile using g-code, and the G71 cycle takes care of the preliminary stages. However, not all controls offer G71, and earlier iterations of G71...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Software
Following closely after our Surfacing Wizard, a new Slotting Wizard has been introduced for the Conversational CNC Module in G-Wizard Editor. The appearance is as follows: It’s pretty self-explanatory, but here’s what you do: 1. Make sure the Safe Z...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Software
Imagine that you possess a 4th axis featuring a disc brake or another device capable of locking the axis throughout the machining process: One of Steve Simpson’s 4th Axis units set up with an air-activated disc brake… Cutting on a 4th axis can apply...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Tools and Techniques
The Higbee is an adaptation to your current thread, designed to allow for smoother threading without the risk of cross threading. It’s alternatively known as “Quick Start Threads” or “Blunt Start Threads”. A proper Higbee looks like this:...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Basics, GCode, Software, Tools and Techniques
To begin, it should be stated that this article does not focus on fixing issues with a non-functioning machine. There exist instances where commands, sent to a well-adjusted and configured CNC machine, do not yield the desired movements. How can that be possible? The...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode
We’ve uploaded a fresh edition of our G-Wizard Editor and CNC Simulator today. For those already registered users, you can find the install page here. If you’re not registered yet, feel free to do so by clicking the initial link provided. It’s...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Software
In the most recent update of G-Wizard Editor and Simulator (specifically release 0.400), we’ve incorporated a multitude of new features. I am excited to share some of them with you. First up, we’ve added Markers to the backplot: Markers show where the...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode
Introduction to Tool Compensation in CNC Machining CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial The Concept of Cutter Compensation (aka Tool Compensation) The G41 and G42 G-codes are specifically designed for tool radius compensation in CNC machining operations. Cutter compensation...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode
CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial G93 G Code: Inverse Time Inverse time mode is used to program simultaneous coordinated linear and rotary motion. It basically causes F (the feedrate command) to cause a move to be completed in 1/F minutes. So, if F...
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