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Published in the February/March 2018 issue of Performance Plastics. This is the second article in a four-part series on how to avoid bad cut edges when using CNC routers. The focus of the first article was on machine fundamentals, if you missed out, take a look. This article addresses poor quality cut edges issues related […]
The ability to cut opposing sides of the material accurately is an increasingly popular customer request. This blog describes how your AXYZ router can be set up using the AXYZ vision system to perform two sided cutting. What is the AXYZ Vision System? The AXYZ vision system is a high performance, low cost solution suitable […]
Like any technology, however, there has been a product enhancement evolution. While the older machine may still work just fine, it may be time for an upgrade, just the same. The newest versions of CNC routers feature hybrid technology that offer versatility, consistent quality and more productivity. Those capabilities go right to the bottom line.
Of course the notion of a ‘small’ part depends entirely on the type of job and material you are processing. However, by rule of thumb, any part smaller than the palm of your hand should be considered ‘small’. This blog discusses the best conditions in which to cut small parts, and provides alternative methods if your setup doesn’t quite fit the bill.
CNC routers need bits. They determine the kind of processing you can do, the resolution of your finished designs, and how fast you can move through the material. A compression bit combines two standard geometries; downcut and upcut to enable operators to process double sides laminates.
Tool selection is criticial when it comes to achieving a desired surface finish, tool life, or cut speed for a specific material. This blog covers the difference between upcut and downcut CNC router bits, explaining the situations in which each should be used.
AXYZ CNC routers are built to be accurate and reliable, using the best quality parts. However, they work hard and need to be taken care of. This blog introduces operators to general machine housekeeping and provides quick tips of maintaining your CNC router to keep it at peak performance all year long.
CNC routers benefit from the use of a MDF sacrificial bed, ensuring maximum vacuum hold down. The introduction of the fixed sacrificial bed offers multiple benefits over other options. This blog covers the options available, the benefits they offer and how operators can maintain their sacrificial bed for best results.
This is the first of a 4-part series on how to avoid bad cut edges when using CNC routers. The focus of this article is on machine fundamentals.
Simply stated, when it comes to CNC control technology, open architecture refers to a system that is not closed—one that can operate utilizing CAD-CAM programming that comes from a variety of sources. Also, it means assorted pieces of hardware (like a variety of tooling) can be used, depending on what type of materials need to be cut with a knife or router.
