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What Tools are Needed for CNC Machining

CNC machining usually uses multiple cutting tools, and the specific tools used depend on the requirements of the material and part being machined. The following are common types of cutting tools used in CNC machining:

1.Milling cutters: Used for milling operations, they can be divided into face mills, end mills, ball end mills, T-shaped milling cutters, etc. Milling cutters can be used for flat machining, contour machining, slotting, hole machining, etc.

2.Drill bits: Used for drilling operations, common ones include straight shank drills, spiral drills, center drills, etc. Drill bits can be used for drilling, piercing, and threading operations.

3.Boring tools: used for precise machining of the inner diameter of holes. Including manual boring tools, digital control boring tools, etc.

4.Slotting cutters: used for grooving and slotting operations, can have straight, helical, or trapezoidal tooth shapes.

5.Thread tools: Used for cutting or trimming threads, including thread cutters, thread milling cutters, thread cutting cutters, etc.

6.Parting tools: used to cut workpieces into parts, commonly used in turning operations.

7.Facing tools: used for surface finishing in turning operations, to trim the surface of the workpiece into a flat and precise shape.

8.Grinding tools: used for precision grinding and polishing, can be used to trim the surface and edges of parts.

In addition, there are other specialized cutting tools such as chamfering cutters, chamfering milling cutters, mortise and tenon cutters, reamers, etc., used for different types of machining operations and special requirements.

The selection of appropriate cutting tools depends on factors such as materials, machining operations, dimensional accuracy, and surface quality requirements during the machining process. When performing CNC machining, it is necessary to choose suitable cutting tools according to specific situations in order to obtain efficient, accurate, and high-quality machining results.