MACHININGMachining
For each type of machining, we cover how the machine works, how to read specs, setup, and how to write programs, and we are adding hands-on experiences you can run and check in your browser. Right now there are pages for machining centers and 5-axis machining, and pages for lathes and grinders will be added in turn.
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Machining Center
Vertical vs. horizontal vs. double-column, how to read specs, coordinate systems and tool offsets, setup, canned cycles. A browser NC simulator that cuts in 3D from your G-code, plus 5 exercises.
▶ With simulator⟲5-Axis Machining
How 3+2 differs from simultaneous 5-axis, machine configurations (table, head), NC functions such as tool center point control, calibration, common mistakes, and 5-axis calculations.
▶ With simulator