Moving from 3-axis to 5-axis machining? Yeah, it’s a big jump. And honestly, the hardest part isn’t learning new G-codes or figuring out your CAM software—it’s wrapping your head around how these ...

We see a lot of CNC Machines here on Hackaday but not too many of them are lathe-based. [Jim] sent us an email letting us know his dissatisfaction regarding the lack of CNC Lathes and included a link ...

From textile roots to precision machining, Ketchie is a third-generation manufacturer that has leveraged Mastercam CAD/CAM software and Mazak technology to streamline operations, reduce cycle times ...

According to Wellington Engineering, Colchester lathes provide the flexibility for it to optimize machining of precision components. With assistance from Mitutoyo, Daco Inc. upgraded and integrated ...

There’s a certain class of parts that just can’t be made on a standard 3-axis mill, nor with a 3D printer or a lathe. These parts — weird screws, camshafts, strange gears, or simply a shaft with a ...

Editor's Note: An updated version of this information can be found here. What exactly is computer-numerical-controlled (CNC) machining? It’s a means to make parts by removing material via high-speed, ...