Feb 11, 2010 · Practice projects for CNC machinist i have made a few 3D CAD models for apprentices (yes they are free of course and of course do not make the lathe or mill or surface …

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Apr 12, 2016 · While nowhere near as cool as the patterns and engines in the previous posts, I made all of this stuff for my race car without the benefit of CNC. A lot of things can be done …

Oct 4, 2018 · In machining, as in any other field, knowledge is power. Here are the top 10 books that every machinist should have and read.

Apr 23, 2019 · We already talked about machining books extensively in a few of our previous posts, but this time we decided to ask the opinion of an expert. We asked Marc Cronin, Senior …

Mar 19, 2021 · What is a 1-2-3 block? You probably remember these gems as one of your first machining projects back when you were in school or during your apprenticeship. 1-2-3 blocks …

May 7, 2021 · Knurling is a process in metalworking that imprints alternating ridges and grooves onto the surface of cylindrical or conical components.

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Nov 29, 2007 · Greetings all, I need a few ideas for a final shop project. I am a second year machining student in PA. I need to find an idea for a final shop project. It doesn't have to be …

Jul 28, 2009 · My first small projects in High School were a hammer and then a precise drill vice. Machines used were lathes, mills and grinders. Basic fitting of dowel pins and some hand taps …