2. How Does CNC machining Work?
When a CNC system is activated, the desired cuts are programmed into the software and dictated to corresponding tools and machinery, which carry out the dimensional tasks as specified, much like a robot.
In CNC programming, the code generator within the numerical system will often assume mechanisms are flawless, despite the possibility of errors, which is greater whenever a CNC machine is directed to cut in more than one direction simultaneously. The placement of a tool in a numerical control system is outlined by a series of inputs known as the part program.
With a numerical control machine, programs are inputted via punch cards. By contrast, the programs for C NC machines are fed to computers though small keyboards. CNC programming is retained in a computer’s memory. The code itself is written and edited by programmers.Therefore, CNC systems offer far more expansive computational capacity. Best of all, CNC systems are by no means static, since newer prompts can be added to pre-existing programs through revised code.
3. What are different types of machining?
Turning- Turning or Lathing involves rotating the workpiece on a machine, while a single-edged cutting tool remains stationary. The cutting tool is slowly moved parallel to the workpiece’s rotational axis, removing material as it goes.
Drilling - Drilling results in creating a round hole by rotating a cylindrical tool parallel to the workpiece’s axis of rotation. The hole created is equal in diameter of the tool that was used.
Milling - Milling is the process of removing material, using rotary cutters, from a workpiece in a feed motion perpendicular to the rotational axis of the cutting tool. This is one of the most common forms of machining used today.
4.What is the difference between CNC milling and CNC lathe?
A lathe turns the material you’re machining and the tools are held stationary in the turret. Lathes are used mainly for round parts. Milling machines hold the material stationary and the tools do the movement. Milling machines are used for any shape part.
5.What’s the difference between the Vertical and Horizontal CNC machines?
There are two main spindle orientations in CNC machining. In vertical CNC machines, the spindle axis, which is called the z-axis, is oriented vertically. In a C-column configuration, the spindle travels in this direction, and the table which holds the workpiece moves in both x and y horizontal directions. Vertical machines are perfect for projects milled from one side, such as covers and brackets.
In horizontal CNC machines, the spindle z-axis is horizontal and typically parallel to the length of the machine. The spindle travels the vertical y-axis and horizontally in the x-axis. The pallet and fixtures hold the workpiece and move in the z-axis, and the B-axis rotates. Horizontal machining has several advantages including accessing machining from four sides and better chip evacuation.Typically, heavy workpieces are a better fit for horizontal machines the machines are more sturdy, include pallet changers, hold more tools, and can be more easily loaded and accessed by the spindle using B-axis rotations.
6. How does ZH ensure the quality of my parts?
Once your order is confirmed, we will execute the whole fabricate design (DFM) review, so that our engineer think that maybe affect any quality problems of your parts.Using a set of test equipment to check and confirm the all materials.The final inspection report before shipping.