Chapter 9. Practical Machining Tips
Even with a firm understanding of the workflow and steps required to go from idea to finished product, you’re going to run into some situations where you’re left scratching your head, wondering how to create a part or overcome a CNC machining constraint. Becoming proficient at designing for and then actually executing your ideas isn’t something you learn overnight.
CAM File Orientation Versus Actual Machine Setup
When you design in CAD software, you probably position your drawing relative to the CAM program’s orientation and layout. However, when you import that file into a CAM program, you may need to adjust the placement of the vectors. For example, you may have created your drawing in Landscape view, but ...
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