The coated cutting tools occupy a place in the category of CNC tools for CNC machining. The performance of the cutting tool can be improved by coating the cutting tool. The coated tools make a great breakthrough in cutting performance. Coated cutting tool refers to coating one or more layers of refractory compound with good wear resistance on the tool body with good toughness, which greatly improves the performance of the tool by combining the tool matrix and hardness. Coated tools can improve machining efficienc......

When considering the best materials for your products, the metal with properties suited for the usage is a good option. Brass is not only very common in daily uses, but also popular in other specific industries. CNC machining services can deliver precision brass components for you. Here we are going to talk about brass applications, machinability, surface finishes, and tips for brass machining. ......

Interchangeable cylinders differ from standard cylinders as they allow to change the locks quickly by replacing the keyed core. There are two main types of IC cores: SFIC and LFIC. In this article, we’ll introduce what is SFIC core and learn about the basics of SFIC locks and keys, as well as SFIC vs LFIC. ......

A lathe is a machine that helps in shaping up different materials and performing various operations such as: turning, facing, thread cutting, taper turning, knurling, parting off and more. For any machining operation the workpiece should be held firmly and centered. The devices used for this purpose are chuck and late dead center. In this article, we list some basic operations of a lathe .  Basic Lathe Operations - Co......

CNC machine is widely used in machining because of its high precision, high efficiency, and the ability to adapt to the processing of small batch and many kinds of complex parts. To sum up, CNC machining has the following advantages and characteristics. Advantages & Characteristics Of CNC Machining 1. High precision(1) ......

If you’re on the fence about getting a CNC router, here is the guide that covers everything you must know about CNC routers before being able to run the machine, includes CAD, CAM, Feeds and Speeds, Toolpaths, G-code, and setting up the machine. The core workflow used to run a hobbyist CNC router. The article will focus on three-axis CNC routers which are the most popular among hobbyists. This includes the long mill, shapeoko and x-carve to name a few. Pay attention, they all have three axes the X, Y &a......

It’s important to choose the perfect CNC tool when machining. Because in CNC machining, the selection of CNC tools is related to the accuracy of CNC machining, the quality of machined surface and the efficiency of machining. Choosing the right CNC tool and setting reasonable cutting parameters can achieve the best CNC machining quality with the lowest cost and the shortest time. In a word, the selection principles of CNC tools are: easy installation and adjustment, good rigidity, high durability and precision. On......

The surface of CNC machined parts varies from shiny to smooth to rough, the roughness will affect the performance of the component. What surface finish or roughness are required and how to indicate roughness in drawing? In this article, we’ll explain the surface roughness symbols, indication, grade numbers, terminology and calculation. ......