Threading is an important manufacturing technique for fasteners, there are many types of screw threads fabricated by CNC machining. Here we’ll introduce two typical threads with different pitch: UNF threads and UNC threads, what are the applications and difference between UNF and UNC Thread. You can also check and download the Unified Screw Thread Chart here. Related Read: Sheet Metal Gauge Chart ......

Titanium is a lightweight metal and CNC machining titanium parts are usually used in medical & dental, jewelry, aerospace and electronics industry, the titanium products will lose its shine and produce surface scratches after time. Titanium polishing service can restore its original metallic lustre as the mirror finish. Here we brings some methods and tips for how to clean and polish titanium parts.   Titanium Polishing Methods – How to Polish Titanium Parts to Mirror Finish? Polishing CNC machined ......

Machining parameters for milling operations will influence the efficiency and quality directly, so it’s necessary for optimization of CNC milling parameter, definition of each parameter, selection principle and recommended values are listed in this article for your reference.   What are CNC Milling Parameters – Milling Process Parameters Definition and Formulas The optimization of milling process parameters is closely related to the CNC milling accuracy, the improvement of the surface quality and producti......

Screwdrivers, tool handles and grips of a range of products are often knurled. It’s not a complex technique but provides real benefits. What is knurling and why to apply it? Based on the knurling on CNC lathe machines, we’ll discuss the uses, tools, problems and tips during the knurling process.   What is Knurling? Knurling is a manufacturing process and technique of creating concave and bumps on the surface of workpiece, presented as the pattern of straight, angled or crossed lines is rolled into the materia......

What is the difference between CNC milling and CNC turning is a frequently asked question, then what aspects are the main points? Milling vs turning, which CNC machining process should you use? Follow us CNClathing.com to get into the topic.   Turning Process and Milling Process Turning process is to turn the rotating workpiece with linear moving cutting tool.Features and Benefits of CNC Turning1)Easy to ensure the position accuracy for each surface of CNC turning parts2)The cutting process is smooth, avoid in......

Other than the common 3/4/5-axis CNC machining, 3+2 machining is also an optimal manufacturing technology for some applications, what is 3+2 machining and how does it work? CNClathing.com will get into the difference between 3+2 and 5-axis CNC maching, as well as their pros and cons for reference in determine which one to choose.   What is 3+2 Machining? 3+2 machining is a manufacturing method through which a 3-axis milling program is executed, 2 rotating axes of the 5-axis machine are used to fix the cutting......

With the development of machine tools, various equipment have been applied in modern manufacturing. To solve the problems of complex shape processing, low efficiency and more, 5-axis machining shows its advantages. Here we’ll discuss what is 5-axis CNC machine, its RTCP function and difference between 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining.   What is 5-Axis CNC Machine? To understand how does 5-axis CNC machining work, first you should know about the machine. 5 axis CNC machine refers to the computer controlled mach......

CNC lathes are transformed and evolved from the conventional lathes with the Computer Numerical Control technology, and derived a variety of types. As a custom CNC turning manufacturer, CNClathing.com will introduce how does CNC turning lathe work and what types of CNC lathe machines are used.   What is CNC Lathe or CNC Turning Machine? A CNC lathe is a computer controlled machinery mainly for CNC turning services and process, including tapered turning, hard turning, spherical generation, facing, parting, knu......