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CNC programming (Computer Numerical Control Programming) is used by manufacturers to create program instructions for computers to control a machine tool. CNC is highly involved in the manufacturing process and improves automation as well as flexibility.
CNC programmers write instructions for CNC machines, where a computer is connected to the mill, along with electrical drives and sensors for a complete system. This computer controls the movement of the machine axis.
CNC routers are commonly used in woodworking and can range in size and style from a desktop 3-axis to a room-sized 5-axis configuration.
CNC plasma cutters are used to cut conductive metals using a jet of hot plasma. These CNC machines offer high precision at low cost.
Laser cutters can be used to cut a variety of types and thicknesses of materials, even metal, depending on the power of the laser.
CNC lathes rotate the workpiece and apply a variety of cutting tools to create parts with a revolved profile. These are often programmed by hand.
Mill/turn machines combine milling and turning into a single machining centre. These machines can create spun profiles like lathes.
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Milling machines are extremely versatile and come in a variety of configurations from 2- to 5-axis milling configurations.
Multi-axis milling is the addition of up to two rotational axes to a 3-axis milling configuration. This allows access to more of the part.
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Review G-code basics to efficiently understand and write programs that produce high quality products.
Watch an Autodesk presentation on the overview of CNC machines, process and CNC programming.
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