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What is Zinc Machining

Zinc Machining: Grades, Machinability, and Applications

Zinc machining is the process of cutting, shaping, or finishing zinc materials into the necessary components. Engineers often use common operations like CNC milling, drilling, or turning to make precise parts. Zinc can come as sheets, castings, or billets, which are then machined for specific purposes.

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What is Angular Milling

What is Angular Milling? A Comprehensive Guide

Angular milling is a method of machining in which the cutter removes material at an angle to its axis. The cutter is set to the desired angle and moves across the workpiece, allowing it to create angled surfaces such as chamfers, grooves, slots, and V-shaped cuts.

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Straight Turning Process

Straight Turning 101: A Complete Guide for Precision Machining

Straight turning is a cutting method used on a lathe. In this process, the workpiece spins around its axis while a fixed tool moves in a straight line along the same axis. The tool slowly cuts away material and reduces the diameter, forming a smooth and even cylinder across the length of the part. The focus is on keeping the surface straight and uniform, without any taper or curve.

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Equipment and Tools for Offset Machining

What Is Offset Machining and Why Does It Matter in CNC?

Offset machining is making small changes to the tool’s position in a CNC machine to improve how a part is made. These changes, or “offsets,” adjust the path or depth of the cutting tool during the machining process. They are applied through the machine’s control system, without changing the original G-code program.

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how to machine tool steel

Tool Steel Machining: Types, Tools, and Advantages

Tool steel machining means cutting, drilling, or shaping tool steel into a specific part. This can be done with CNC machines or by hand. Tool steel is a carbon and alloy steel made to be very hard and resistant to wear. It can also keep a sharp edge. Common grades include D2, O1, A2, and M2.

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What is ABS Plastic Machining

Machining ABS Plastic: Practical Tips for Perfect Parts

ABS plastic machining is the process of shaping ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) into finished parts using tools like mills, drills, and lathes. ABS is a thermoplastic. It is strong, impact-resistant, and lightweight. It comes in sheets, rods, or blocks. You can cut, drill, or turn it into parts with basic machining tools.

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CNC Milling Material

CNC Milling Material Guide: Pros and Cons of Common Options

When picking a material for CNC milling, you need to know your design’s needs, the part’s job, and your budget. Think about strength, machinability, cost, and how the part will be used. Then match those needs to what each metal or plastic can do. Good material choices save you time, money, and trouble.

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How Does Taper Turning Work

Taper Turning: A Complete Guide for Precision Machining

Taper turning is the process of cutting a surface that gradually changes in diameter along the length of a round workpiece. It forms a cone-like shape using a lathe. The taper can be on the outside (external) or inside (internal) of the part. The angle and length of the taper are based on what the part is used for.

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what is a 5 axis lathe

What Is a 5 Axis Lathe and How Does It Work?

A 5-axis lathe is a CNC machine that rotates and moves the cutting tool along five axes. These include the usual X, Y, and Z linear axes, plus two rotary axes, often labeled as A and B or B and C. This setup allows the tool to approach the part from almost any angle.

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mill vs lathe

Mill vs Lathe: What’s the Difference

A mill uses a spinning tool to cut and shape material, while a lathe spins the material and shapes it with a fixed tool. Mills are best for flat, complex, or angled parts, while lathes work better for round, cylindrical, or threaded shapes. Knowing when to use each machine can help you save time and avoid mistakes.

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What is Hard Turning

Hard Turning Explained: Process, Benefits, and Best Use Cases

Hard turning is precision turning that shapes metals with high hardness, typically above 45 HRC. The process uses a single-point cutting tool made of CBN (cubic boron nitride), ceramic, or carbide. The goal is to produce a smooth surface and meet tight tolerances in a single operation. It’s most often used on steel parts after heat treatment, eliminating the need for secondary grinding.

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