by cncdivi | Blog, GCode
CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial These codes will stop g-code program execution: M00: Stop the program temporarily (until the operator starts it running again) regardless of whether the optional stop switch is set. M01: Stop the program temporarily (until the...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog
CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial The spindle control g-codes control when the spindle is spinning and which direction it spins: M03: Start spindle spinning clockwise. M04: Start spindle spinning anti-clockwise. M05: Stop spindle spinning. Use the S word...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, GCode, Tools and Techniques
G71 Type 2: Rough Turning With “Pockets” This article is part of CNCCookbook’s G-Code Tutorial. What is a “Type II” G71 Cycle? The piece on G71 Type I mentioned that the Type II cycle is appropriate for profiles with pockets. You might...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Manufacturing & Job Shops
What is the reason for stores utilizing various shifts? It’s all about the economics. The thing to keep an eye on that drives these economics is plant and equipment utilization. Let’s say you’re running a shop every day of every week, and...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Basics, Software, Tools and Techniques
Free Tap Speed and Feed Calculator Free Tap Speed and Feed Calculator Threads per inch TPI Spindle Speed:RPM Feed Rate (Feed Calculator):IPM Tap Feeds and Speeds Basics Tapping Feeds and Speeds are pretty easy to calculate because they’re constrained by the...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Manufacturing & Job Shops, Tools and Techniques
Lights Out Manufacturing: Definitive Guide + 21 Tips Lights Out Manufacturing: let the machines keep working after you go home. It’s the next step for greater productivity and profitability in manufacturing. This Guide shows you how to start doing Lights Out...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Basics, CNC Manufacturing & Job Shops, Software, Tools and Techniques
Tool Setter: Measuring Tools for Length [Tool Data Management] CNC depends a lot on accurately measuring tools for length. CNC machines require tool data, by which I mean length and diameter information, so they understand exactly where the cutting is happening. The...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Basics, GCode
G-Wizard Editor University : Conversational CNC Wizards Lathe OD Turning Wizard A quick walkthrough of how to use the Lathe OD Turning Conversational CNC Wizard. Lathe Facing Wizard A quick walkthrough of how to use the Lathe Facing Conversational CNC...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Projects
CNC Coolant Nozzles [Mill Flood Coolant Rings and Collars] When I started CNC’ing, I used a coolant mister. Eventually, I got a full enclosure and went to flood coolant. There were various updates such as a Tramp Oil Skimmer. Another potential upgrade is a...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, DIY CNC, Workshop and Storage
Home Machine Shop Hall of Fame, Page 2 GTC’s Knife Making Shop in Brazil Shop made belt surface grinder… Details of feed, height adjustment, and a knife being ground… Cross slide and ways… Before and after surface grinding… Knife grinder...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, Feeds and Speeds
G-Wizard Calculator Feeds and Speeds Examples for Experienced CNC’ers Using High Pressure Through Spindle Coolant for Better Feeds and Speeds I’ve chosen to start here because if you have High Pressure Through Spindle Coolant on your machine, you know how...
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by Bob Warfield | Blog, CNC Projects, DIY CNC
CNC Controller Enclosure and Layout Ideas Before initiating my own endeavors, I find it useful to check out how others have dealt with similar issues. This page simply offers a collection of pictures demonstrating how various individuals have constructed housings for...
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