Drill bits are a common type of cutting tool used to create holes with a circular cross-section from the objects through removing excess materials, come in different drill bits sizes for various needs. What are drill bits made of? In this article, let’s explore the different types of drill bit materials and compare them to pick up the best option for your application. ......

Cam locks often can be found in cabinets, furniture kits and desk drawers, simple to assembly and cost-effective. CNClathing.com is a professional lock cylinder machining company offering OEM CNC machining lock parts with standard or custom specifications. Here we’ll outline the cam lock lengths and how to measure it. Understand more lock sizes for replacing and installing. ......

Want to transform your old, dull metal parts to a shiny, bright appearance? Surface finishing service is a recommended choice. In this article, we’ll focus on the things to know about the powder coating, outlining the working and process of powder coating. In addition, understand the powder coating basics including its definition, advantages and disadvantages. ......

Helical interpolation can only be performed on CNC machines because it requires simultaneous motion in multiple axes, typically on milling machines. How to make a helical interpolation program is what people concerned. Here we’ll present an example of the process and explain what is helical milling. ......

Gear is an important mechanical part for transmitting rotary motion and power from one component to another, widely employed in equipment with speed control mechanism. Among the various types of gear cutting process, which one is the best for manufacturing bevel gear and spur gear? Let’s learn about what is gear cutting, the gear production machines, tools, materials and more. ......

CNC HDPE machining has lots of challenges but plays an irreplaceable role in precise, intricate parts production, before choosing a material for your product or starting production, learn about HDPE properties and uses, High-density polyethylene definition, as well as how to CNC machine HDPE. Wha......

Key and keyway are generally used for the mechanical connection. In the machining process of mechanical parts, lots of long shaft parts are designed with multiple keyways, which generally has strict requirements in dimensions and tolerance, as well as the angle between keyway, or keyway and positioning reference hole. Ordinary marking method can’t reach the needs, meanwhile, due to the poor rigidity of shaft parts, this type of component needs to be processed on CNC milling machines. How to cut a keyway on a mil......

There are two main categories of milling machines in a common machine shop: vertical mill and horizontal mill, designed in different structures and for a variety of production use. In this article, follow us to learn about the horizontal milling machine definition, features, construction, and working. ......