Advantages of CNC Prototype Machining

Complex parts are ideal for CNC machining centers. Processes such as rough milling, rough boring, finish turning, and finish boring are needed to complete a beverage fixture, which requires substantial machinery. Due to high cutting pressures involved, the fixture’s positioning must also be precise. Similarly, the automatic tool change (ATC) feature of the machining center eliminates the need for supports, position detection, and tool setting components. The high adaptability of the machining center requires a fixture that is simpler and more compact than a standard machine tool, with fastening actions that are both fast and accurate. In addition to significantly reducing auxiliary time, the process is simple, efficient, and low-risk. It also requires sufficient rigidity and flexibility to meet the requirements of the situation.

Advantages of CNC Prototype Machining

1. Milling, drilling, boring, reaming, tapping, and many other processes should be completed in as few setups as possible; this is one of the defining qualities of a CNC prototype machining center. Cutting parameters are greatly increased.

2. The need for complex tools to machine parts with intricate geometries is simplified. The same logic used to create and improve existing projects also applies to changing the form and size of individual components; only minor adjustments to the relevant part processing software are needed. Once the workpiece is clamped, the digital control system guides the machine tool to automatically select and change tools according to different programs, automatically adjusting spindle speed, machine feed speed, tool paths relative to the workpiece, and other auxiliary functions. The processing of multiple operations on different surfaces of the workpiece is performed sequentially. No part of the processing depends on the operator’s actions since the program handles everything automatically.

3. The processing requirements of the part are met through consistent quality, high precision, and repeatability of the machining performed.

4. Production efficiency is very high in various types and small batch production scenarios because production preparation, machine adjustment, process inspection, and cutting time are minimized by selecting the optimal cutting parameters.

5. It can be used to machine items that are invisible to the naked eye or items with complex surfaces that are difficult to machine using more traditional methods. In most cases, both the top and bottom of the workpiece will be processed. Depending on the specifics, the workpiece can be processed on three, four, five, or six faces. Adhesives used in the manufacturing process are saved, and the workpiece is fixed to the side basket using casting cement, which holds it in place. This ensures the material level of the machined product (workpiece) is precise and avoids deformation due to adhesion between the product (workpiece) and CNC worktable.

6. The characteristics of CNC prototype molding include large size, high strength, good toughness, fast speed, and low cost.

Traditional Machine Tools Cannot Compare to CNC Machine Tools

1. They consistently maintain high levels of precision and quality control during the machining process.

2. Multi-coordinate linkage and processing of complex geometric cross-sections are possible.

3. Changing the NC program is usually the only requirement when changing machining parts, which reduces production preparation time.

4. These machines are highly precise and stable. Due to high productivity (typically three to five times that of traditional machine tools), they allow users to select the optimal machining amount.

5. Highly automated machines reduce the need for manual labor.

6. Batch production makes it simple to manage the quality of the finished products.