Skills
In this unit, you will work on the following skills:
➔Setting Zero on the X-Axis
- Using an Edge-Finder
- Setting the X origin on the (DRO)
- Edge-Finder Offset
➔Tool Path
- Calculating Tool Positions Ahead of Time
- How tool Diameter Changes the DRO Location
- Finish Allowance & Roughing Strategy
Content
Use these resources to learn the principles and procedures:
Machining Program Website
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OER Textbook
Setting Zero on the X-Axis
Tool Path
- 9.9.4 Finishing Allowance
- 9.12 Side Milling
- 9.14 Pocketing Not a direct reference, but includes a good explanation of calculating positions.
Project: Mill Steps 2
After completing the above, you will be ready to start on this project:
- 🔎︎Read: Blueprint
- ✎Write: Order of Operations
- ✦Make: Schedule Machine Time
- ✔Measure: First Article Inspection