Author: David D. Hughes

I just love creating things with my hands. It's amazing how little I appreciated learning these skills when I was younger. Today, it is a source of great joy. I whittle, carve, wood burn and more!

CAD drawing for CNC machine

CAD is computer-aided design. A CAD drawing is the use of computer-based software to aid in design processes. CAD software is used by multiple engineers and designers. It creates two-dimensional (2-D) drawings or three-dimensional (3-D) models. CNC machines rely on digital instructions known as G-CODE, a coded guideline on how the machine tool moves in…

Baileigh 4ft. X 4ft. CNC PLASMA CUTTING TABLE PT-44AH-W

The Baileigh PT-44AH-W is a plasma table with variable height control, cutting uneven material. This CNC plasma table comes assembled with a heavy steel frame and design software. The welded and assembled plasma tables come with an exhaust fan. It also has a control console with front and rear access to electrical components. It has…

Baileigh 4ft. X 8ft. CNC PLASMA CUTTING TABLE PT-48AH-W

Overview Baileigh Plasma Table cutting system comes with welded and assembled plasma tables with an exhaust fan. It also has a control console with front and rear access to electrical components. It has an automatic torch and multi-conductor cable. Start the cutting table by pressing Ok, and arc voltage signals between the plasma cutter and…

What can a CNC machine be used for

Last updated on January 11th, 2023 at 07:47 pmCNC Machines are used for Cutting  CNC machines cut materials across industries and applications for at-home hobbyists and large-scale production shops. CNC machining processes require multiple tools to make the desired cuts as drill bits. Drill bits are siCNC machine that combines tools into units or cells…

How do CNC grinders grind tapers?

Last updated on January 26th, 2022 at 06:43 pmA taper grinding CNC machine is essential in grinding taper bores of milling or drilling. The wheel and the object are rotated, thus machining the outer periphery of the workpiece. Types of grinding process We now have advanced grinding machines in design rigidity and construction. We have…

What is a CNC grinder?

Grinding machines are commonly helpful in the hard-fine machining of workpieces. A CNC grinder machine is a device that uses a rotating grinding wheel to cut and remove material from a metallic workpiece. Most of the grinding machines use high-speed rotating grinding wheels. CNC grinding machines also come with CNC surface grinders, for example, CNC…

How to operate CNC Milling Machine

CNC is Computer Numerical Control and works in various industries, including aerospace and medical care. A CNC milling machine is a device controlled by numerical computer control. The CNC milling process uses the CNC milling machine, which rotates its cylindrical cutter, moving along multiple axes and creating slots or holes. CNC machines generate more precision…

How to Mill without a Milling Machine

It is achievable to mill without a milling machine depending on the task. A drill press is another method to use in place of a milling device. The problem with drills is that they contain a Morse taper and no drawbar to retain it. It is also challenging to mill material such as metal with…