The Science Behind CNC Turning Machines

CNC turning machines are the pinnacle of high-precision machining. Their automated processes remove the hands-on work and optimize efficiency for producing a variety of components. They are used across the aerospacetrainano motor industries among many others. And their incredible output is only possible due to a selection of innovations. In this guide, we will look at a selection of innovations and design options that make the CNC turning center's incredible output possible.

What Is Turning?

The turning process involves rotating the workpiece at high speeds. Cutting tools are then fed to the rotating workpiece shaving away material to shape it.

Turning operates on the same principles as lathes and differs from milling techniques where the cutting tools are rotated.CNC Turning machines also have “live tool capabilities. This enables them to perform milling actions.

How Does CNC Work?

Lathes techniques are centuries old. However, Computer Numerical Control(CNC) has brought them into the twenty-first century.CNC refers to computer program-led manufacturing processes Parts are designed using Computer-aided design(CAD) files.CAD files are used in programs(that are typically written in G-code format)that instruct and control the turning machine.

Difference Between CNC Turning And Lathes

Although lathes and turning centers work on the same principles at a fundamental level there are significant differences The evolution from lathes to CNC lathes introduced automation and simultaneous axis control.CNC Turning Centres have built on this further.

Turning centers provide:

*Automated Tool Changing 

*More Efficient Chip Removal 

*Live RotatingTools