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CNC Basics E-Course 5 | CNC Control | Learn CNC Control …

admin — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 06:48:25 +0000

Day 5 is all about CNC Control. CNC Control is made up of three parts. The CNC Control Computer, CNC Control Software and the actually CNC Controller.
The CNC Control Computer can be basic and inexpensive. The computer will live in a harsh environment that includes dust and dirt.
The CNC Control Software is what processes the G-Code program we made in the last step. You load it in and when you are ready, start the program.
The actual CNC Controller has drivers in it and translates the signals from the control program into motion. It sends the signals on to stepper or servo motors that move the various axis
All together these pieces can cost a lot or a little. You can also cut down the cost if you build the cnc controller yourself.

Tomorrow we machine. This is where the chips fly.

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Duration : 0:9:53

Tags: basics, CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, DIY, g-code, gcode, Learn, part, plasma, program, programming, project, software, Tutorial, video

CNC Basics E-Course 1 | CNC Basics Steps | Learn CNC | CNC

admin — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:22:38 +0000

Here is the first video in the Learn CNC Basics E-Course from www.CNCInformation.com.

This video outline what the e-course is and what it covers. The video also talks about the 5 steps to working with CNC. The steps are CNC Design, CAD, CAM, Control and Machineing.
Every CNC project has these steps and they must be followed in that order. This gives the beginner a basic framework to hang their new CNC Information on. As the beginner learn they can think about these 5 steps and where the new information fits.

The next video in the E-Course is CNC Design.

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Duration : 0:4:54

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CNC Basics E-Course 4 | CAM | Learn CAM Video | CAD/CAM …

admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:33:24 +0000

Here on the 4th day we talk about CAM. CAM stands for Computer Aided Manufacturing. During the CAM step of the CNC Process we use software to define how our CNC Machine should move.
There are a number of CAM Software packages on the market. They range from the inexpensive to expensive. Much of the cost depends on the number of Axis’s that the CAM Software has.
With the CAM Software we define things like stock, location, tooling, feed and speeds and the post processor we will use.
The post processor is very specific to our CNC Machine. It outputs g-code. We use the G-Code program in our control software next.

Tomorrow’s Lesson is CNC Control.

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Duration : 0:9:31

Tags: basics, CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, DIY, g-code, gcode, layout, Learn, part, plasma, program, programming, project, softwar, Tutorial, video

CNC Basics E-Course 6 | CNC Machining | Learn CNC …

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:19:35 +0000

On Day 6 we learn about CNC Machining. This is where the rubber hits the road. Before this, we did virtually everything on the computer. Now we move into the real world. Machining is about removing material from a piece of stock until we finalize our parts.
One thing we learn is that manual machining and cnc machining have similar issues. There is coolant, chips dust and dirt no matter if you are operating the machine or the computer is operating the machine.
CNC Machining safety is important during this step. We need to wear safety glasses, protective equipment and appropriate shoes.
There are many different types of CNC Machines and types of machining. There are CNC Routers, cnc lathes, cnc mills, cnc plasma cutters and on an on. Each of these types of machines operates in different ways and you must learn their differences to be effective.

Tomorrow we go over various CNC Produced Parts and Projects. We look at the outcome of all out work and some of the possibilities.

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Duration : 0:8:19

Tags: basics, CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, DIY, g-code, gcode, layout, Learn, part, plasma, program, programming, project, softwar, Tutorial, video

CNC Basics E-Course 3 | CAD | Learn CAD Video | CAD/CAM Tips

admin — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:10:21 +0000

In this CNC Basics Video we go over CAD. CAD Stands for Computer Aided Design. During the CAD step we take our initial design and translate it into the computer. We do this CNC Step so we can change the design, resize it, save it, transfer it to someone else, etc. Recording our CNC Design into CAD gives us flexibility.
During CAD we learn we first design parts, then assemblies, then groups, then machines. We also learn there are different types of CAD Software. 2D, 2.5D and 3D. These types also come in different software packages from inexpensive to expensive. You can spend up to the sky if you want.
The trick is to match the CAD Software Capabilites with your CNC Needs. You don’t need high power 3D Modeling CAD if you make simple parts day in and day out.
Tomorrow’s lesson is CAM. Computer Aided Manufacturing.

http://www.cncinformation.com

Duration : 0:8:43

Tags: basics, CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, DIY, g-code, gcode, layout, Learn, part, plasma, programming, sanding, spike, traction, Tutorial, video

CNC Basics E-Course 7 | Final CNC Projects | Learn CNC …

admin — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 07:56:11 +0000

This is the 7th and final day of the Learn CNC Basics E-Course. Today is a fun day where we look at a few different CNC projects and what we can do with CNC Technology. There are CNC Parts we look at and CNC Art pieces we look at. There are CNC Plasma, CNC Router, CNC Mill and CNC Lathe projects that are discussed.

Next, we talk about CNC Information. CNC Information is a community site that connects people who have a passion for CNC. There are CNC Blogs, CNC Profiles, CNC Articles and CNC Forums. You can join up for free and also get a Free G-Code Quick Guide if you do.

Come on over and join up today!

http://www.cncinformation.com

Duration : 0:9:42

Tags: basics, CAD, CAM, cnc, DIY, g-code, gcode, Learn, lessons, programming, projects, software, teach, Tutorial, tutorials, video, videos

CNC Stomp Pad 8 | Sanding & Spikes | CNC Videos

admin — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:18:05 +0000

During this CNC Video Segment we sand our CNC Stomp Pad with a Dual Action (DA) sander. We are taking out any deep scratches and giving it a matte finish. The CNC Plasma Cut part then is taken over to a stand. We look at different traction spikes and how they will look. After selecting a spike type, we start laying them out. We layout some marks where we will drill holes in the next video.

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Duration : 0:4:59

Tags: basics, CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, DIY, g-code, gcode, layout, Learn, part, plasma, programming, sanding, spike, traction, Tutorial, video

CNC to Art Video 10 – Mach 3 G-Code Verify – CNC …

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 23:54:13 +0000

CNC to Art Video Series Video 10:
This is the CNC Video series on how to take an image to a CNC File. This process is one that many CNC Users want to know, but there is not much info on. Here is your chance to get the inside scoop.

For more information, please go to: http://www.cncinformation.com

Before we head out to the shop and begin CNC Plasma Cutting, we will check out our G-Code program in Mach 3. This will give us some confidence when running our CNC Program.

Mach 3 is a great CNC Control Program. It takes our G-Code and converts it into Signal for the CNC Controller. The CNC Controller then sends the signals out to either Servo Motors or Stepper Motors. These motors then move the axis to create motion.

Duration : 0:6:38

Tags: aided, art, build, CAM, cnc, computer, control, DIY, forum, gcode, links, mach, mach3, manufacture, SheetCam, software, Tutorial

CNC Stomp 1 – CNC Project Introduction – Learn CNC Cutting

admin — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 21:25:06 +0000

CNC Project that is shot in a tutorial sequence. It goes from the Design, CAD, CAM, Control, CNC Plasma Cutting and then final assembly. Check out this CNC How-To.

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Duration : 0:3:36

Tags: CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, cutting, DIY, g-code, gcode, Hobby, Home, Learn, Pad, plasma, Process, programming, Stomp, Tutorial

CNC Stomp Pad 7 | Part Grinding | CNC Plasma Video Tutorial

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:09:10 +0000

When you cut something out with a plasma cutter there is slag left over you have to remove. This slag is officially called “dross” when it come to plasma cutting. In this video we rough grind the cnc stomp pad to remove the dross. I call it rough grind because later we will use a DA Sander to smooth it all out.

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Duration : 0:2:19

Tags: CAD, CAD/CAM, CAM, cnc, cutting, DIY, g-code, gcode, grind, Hobby, Home, Learn, metal, Pad, plasma, Process, programming, Stomp, Tutorial