4 Advantages of CNC machining your product

There are numerous advantages CNC machines have over traditional manual manufacturing, and these are just some of the reasons we use them.  

1. CNC machines can run for 24 hours, 7 days a week and all year round and need minimal  maintenance which is one of the only times our machines need to be turned off.

2. If you want an updated systems, sometimes it’s as easy as just updating the coding software.  This means you’ll get a state of the art product as new manufacturing procedures are developed.

3. Unlike manual labourers CNC machines can work repeatedly and consistently while still producing the same result.  CNC machines are made to manufacture things thousands of time so they don’t get tired.

4. With a little bit of training, operating CNC machines is quite simple which leaves time trained and skilled engineers to improve on other aspects of design and production. 

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Getting the right product finish

Machinists utilise their skill and expertise to produce the most aesthetically pleasing and accurate components possible.  They take pride in their work as do their clients.  A good surface finish and the general look of parts are very important aspects which require the most ideal machining practices to be used.  So how do machinists get the results they want? The following is by no means extensive but it give a little insight:

Use an insert with a wiper

If you can, make sure your manufacturer uses an insert with a wiper.  These have a flat section like the second image in the diagram above.  This flat part ensures that the surface is wiped smooth as the tool moves across the outside of the part.  You can also avoid a finish that has thread elements to it.

Increase the speed

When using cutting tools a rise in the speed of the tool will make sure that your part is touching the tip of the tool for a smaller time period.  This minimizes the material build-up on the end of the tool which can in turn make the surface finish less than ideal. 

Reduce pauses

When a tool stops while it is still touching the surface it can leave a mark on the part.  If you make sure to minimise the number of pauses and hesitations of your tool you can ensure a better surface finish.  You may need to change the entire manufacturing procedure.

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