How Do CNC Milling Centers Work?

 
CNC milling machines are available in vertical and horizontal models, which feature different operations and components, as well as a few similar pieces of hardware:

• Cutter: Shapes the product.
• Spindle: Rotates the chuck across multiple axes.
• Chuck: Locks your material in place for machining.
• Interface: Reads computer-aided design (CAD) or computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) files and controls the milling machine with operator input.

Operations of CNC milling centers will adhere to a few core steps, including:

1. Input CAD or CAM document
2. Install machining material and appropriate cutter
3. Launch milling operation via the interface
4. Inspect product quality post-machining

While shaping a material into a product, the spindle will move across the Z, Y and X axes. A five-axis milling center will cross other axes.

Etone Technology has been manufacturing precision machined components used in a variety of industries since 2002. Our extensive machining capabilities and expertise allow us to deliver high-quality custom precision machining to customers’ specifications on-time, and on budget. We are your one-stop shop for machined parts, offering complete turnkey solutions.

Contact us today to discuss your CNC milling needs.