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Intro to CNC Milling: Crash Course with Santiago Ricoy
Author: Santiago Ricoy
Email: ricoys1@unlv.nevada.edu
Date: Last modified on 04/01/2023
Keywords: CNC milling, Tormach mill, machining, G-code, CAM software
The photo above shows a Tormach mill in action. This tutorial's main focus is to introduce a student with little to no prior knowledge to CNC milling using a Tormach mill. The tutorial will cover setup, basic operations, and software usage, as well as general safety precautions.
Motivation and Audience
This tutorial's motivation is to teach a student new to CNC milling how to prepare, set up, and operate a Tormach mill. The tutorial assumes the reader has the following background:
* Basic understanding of milling concepts and terminology
* Familiarity with CAD software for designing parts
* Basic understanding of CAM software for generating G-code
* Some experience with manual machining is helpful but not required
The rest of this tutorial is presented as follows; all students must understand the safety precautions section:
Items Required
To complete this tutorial, you'll need the following items:
PART NAME/DESCRIPTION | VENDOR | VENDOR Number or URL | PRICE | QTY |
---|---|---|---|---|
Tormach PCNC Mill | Tormach | https://tormach.com/ | Varies by model | 1 |
Computer with Fusion 360 Installed | Autodesk | - | - | 1 |
Milling tools and accessories | Various vendors | - | Varies | Various |
Material for milling | Various vendors | - | Varies | 1 |
Safety equipment (goggles, etc.) | Various vendors | - | Varies | Various |
Safety Precautions
PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY
[Include a list of safety precautions, warnings, and guidelines specific to CNC milling and the Tormach mill.]
Machine Setup
[Describe the process of setting up the Tormach mill, including any necessary preparation, adjustments, and configurations.]
Software Usage
[Explain the software tools required for CNC milling on a Tormach mill, including CAD and CAM software for designing parts and generating G-code.]
Basic Operations
[Provide an overview of basic CNC milling operations, such as setting up the workpiece, selecting and installing tools, and running G-code.]
Final Words
[Offer concluding remarks, tips, and suggestions for further learning and exploration in CNC milling on a Tormach mill.]