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Design: Create a CAD (computer-aided design) model of the part.

Programming: CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) software converts the CAD model into a set of instructions (G-code) for the CNC machine.

• ⑴ Select and determine the parts and contents for NC machining;
• ⑵ Perform NC machining process analysis on part drawings;
• ⑶ NC machining process design;
• ⑷ Mathematical processing of part drawings;
• ⑸ Write machining program sheets;
• ⑹ Make control media according to program sheets;
• ⑺ Verify and modify the program;
• ⑻ First trial machining and on-site problem handling;
• ⑼ Finalize and archive NC machining process documents.

Setup: Setting up the machine with the appropriate tools and materials.

Machining: CNC machines produce parts according to programmed instructions.

Finishing: Parts may go through additional processes such as deburring, polishing, or painting.

Aerospace Industry

The aerospace industry has a long history with CNC machining. Metal aircraft components are machined with the highest precision. This is essential for safety-critical applications. In addition, the range of CNC-compatible engineered metals gives aerospace engineers a vast array of options.

The use of CNC machining in the aerospace industry is widespread and reliable. Some of the aerospace components that can be machined include engine mounts, fuel flow components, landing gear components, and fuel access panels.

Automotive Industry

The automotive industry frequently uses CNC milling machines for prototyping and production. Extruded metal can be machined into cylinder blocks, transmissions, valves, axles, and a variety of other components. On the other hand, CNC can machine plastics into components such as dashboards and fuel gauges.

CNC machining in the automotive industry can also be used to create one-off custom parts. Using CNC, a variety of replacement parts can also be manufactured. This is because turnaround times are fast and there is no minimum part quantity requirement.

Consumer Electronics

CNC machining also aids in the prototyping and production of consumer electronics. These electronics include laptops, smartphones, and many other products. For example, the chassis of the Apple MacBook comes from CNC machining of extruded aluminum, which is then anodized.

In the electronics industry, CNC machining aids in the manufacture of PCBs, enclosures, jigs, fixtures, and other components.

Defense Industry

The military sector often employs CNC machining to prototype strong and reliable parts. The goal of machining is to allow the parts to withstand wear and tear while requiring minimal maintenance.

Many of these parts overlap with other industries such as aerospace and electronics. The ability of CNC machines to provide on-demand replacement of parts and upgrade components is particularly useful in this industry. As such, it is a great fit for parts that require constant innovation and safety.

Medical Devices

CNC machining can be used on a variety of medical-safe materials. Since the process is suitable for one-off custom parts, it has a wide range of applications in the medical industry. The tight tolerances provided by CNC machining are essential for high performance in machined medical parts.

Medical parts that can be machined by CNC include surgical instruments, electronic housings, orthotics, and implants.

Oil and Gas Industry

Another industry that requires tight tolerances, which are critical to the safety of CNC lathes, is the oil and gas industry. This industry utilizes CNC milling machines to create precise, reliable parts such as pistons, cylinders, rods, pins, and valves.

These parts are often used in pipelines or refineries. They may require smaller quantities to meet specific quantities. The oil and gas industry often requires corrosion-resistant machinable metals such as aluminum 5052.

Anodizing

Nickel plating

Powder coating

Bead blasting

Polishing

Brushing