CNC Jargon

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CNC Glossary
CAD (Computer-aided design) Geometry authoring tool that involves software and sometimes special-purpose hardware. Current packages range from 2D vector based drafting systems to 3D solid and surface modellers.
CAM (Computer-aided manufacturing) Considered as an NC programming tool wherein 3D models of components generated in CAD software are used to generate CNC code to drive [...]

Working on a CNC design

Image to CNC Design

Intro to designing Designing for CNC is arguably the most important step to the CNC Process.Why is that you might ask?  Because it is at the beginning.  This is the planning stage of the process.  If you come up with a bad design, all of your work after this point is lost.  [...]

cnc project

Overview of the process This is how I view CNC.  I break it down into simple steps that I can remember.  Now, they all interact, but it is good to keep them in boxes for simplicity sake.  I also like to keep them in a logical, progression type order.  Here they are: Design, CAD, [...]

cnc safety

Any subject that covers working in the shop should begin with safety.  Your safety and the safety of others should always be at the top of your mind.  CNC is no different then any other shop topic.  In fact, the highest levels of safety awareness should be maintained when using a CNC machine.
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