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Imagine this:Two identical CNC machines.Same cutting tool.Same G-code.Same material.Same ambient temperature.Same feeds and speeds.Yet — one produces a noticeably smoother surface finish than the other. What could possibly cause this difference? Is it machine calibration, tool wear, vibration, or ...
With today’s powerful CAM software and post-processors generating flawless G-code automatically,is there still a real-world advantage to knowing how to write or edit G-code manually?Or are we just clinging to an outdated skill that modern workflows no ...
Everyone talks about calculating the ideal feed rate based on material, tooling, and machine limits.But in real-world shop conditions, with tool wear, machine flex, and inconsistent materials —can there really be a “perfect” feed rate? Or are ...
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