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CNC Design of Parts: Easy Guide
CNC Design of Parts: Easy Guide Note: This article is part of our Learn CNC Basics: Easy Guide and Tutorials series. The initial stage in Creating a CNC Part involves Designing the Perfect Part. Design the part in the CAD software based on sketches, photos,...
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CNCCookbook 2020 CAM Survey [ What’s the most popular CAM? ]
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 2024)
Feeds and Speeds: The Definitive Guide (Updated for 2024) Should you seriously consider CNC, it becomes essential to maximize your Feeds and Speeds. The reason being, feeds and speeds constitute the basis for achieving the best: Tool Life Fastest Machining Time (MRR)...
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Complete CMM Machine and Measurement Guide [ +PC-DMIS ]
What is a CMM Machine? Imagine a CNC-style machine capable of making extremely precise measurements in a highly automated way. That’s what CMM Machines do, and it makes them the ultimate metrology tools! Hexagon Global Classic CMM, a typical coordinate...
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Free Metal Weight Calculator [ Pipe, Plate, Angle, etc ]
Here’s our free metal weight calculator for pipes, plate, channel, angle, and many more shapes: It’s built into G-Wizard Calculator under the Quick Ref tab. It’s free to anyone who has signed up for the free 30-day trial or has subscribed to...
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Drill Chart: Bit Sizes [ Decimal, Number, Letter, Metric ]
It’s very convenient to have a drill chart around with bit sizes, so we thought we’d put one here for you. It covers decimal, fractions, numbered drill bits, letter drill sizes, metric drill bits, and probably a few more things I forgot to mention. For...
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Sine Bar [Calculator, Sine Vise, Sine Plate, Easy Guide]
Sine Bar [Calculator, Sine Vise, Sine Plate, Easy Guide] We give the Sine Bar, Sine Plate, and Sine Vise a special place in angle measurement because they’re used both for measuring and for setting when specific angles other than 90 degrees are important. ...
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Press Fit Calculator and Tolerances [ Free Software ]
Press Fit Calculator and Tolerances [ Free Software ] Press Fits, also known as friction fit or interference fit are very common. It involves two parts which are pressed together using the force of press of some kind. Friction holds the parts together, and if...
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7 Biggest Feeds and Speeds Mistakes CNC’ers Make
7 Biggest Feeds and Speeds Mistakes CNC’ers Make These 7 mistakes are things I hear over and over again talking to CNC’ers. There are some better ways and some better answers that can really improve your Feeds and Speeds practices if you’re open to...
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CNC Macro Programming with Fanuc Macro B
CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial What is CNC Macro Programming? The evolution of machine programmabilty… The next several lessons in the g-code tutorial provide a Mini-Tutorial on CNC Macro Programming and Fanuc Macro B. In many ways, Macro Programming is the...
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5 Ways G-Code Simulators Crush CNC Errors [ Vids+Free Sim ]
5 Ways G-Code Simulators Crush CNC Errors [ Vids+Free Sim ] You Don’t Run G-Code Without Testing It, Do You?!?? ( Better not let the boss find out if you do… ) Use a G-Code Simulator to Test and Prove Your G-Code Considering what can happen if...
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