Machining Knowledge Base
what does case machining in order to fit a big bore kit imply with an atv? i have a 300ex that needs case machining to fit a big bore cylinder i bought, what all does this case machining entitle? i know the goal is to accomodate a sleeve with a larger O.D. but does this have to be done professionally or can it be done with a dremel or such as long as one is careful and doesnt get any metal shavings into the bottom end of the motor?
Machining question, boring a small hole on a metal lathe? I want to bore/drill a hole slightly less than 1/8" in diameter into aluminum about 2" deep, straight-through. What is the best cutting tool I would need to use and what is it called? I'm concerned that a standard HSS drill bit would wander and have a tendency to snap since I had that problem on a drill press... I haven't gotten into it yet, just anticipating problems, I'm new to machining.
I want to work on truck engines. Should I go to automotive school or machining school?? I would like to eventually get a job working on semi truck engines and turbos doing rebuilds and the internal machine work. Should I go to an automotive type school or take some machining classes. I worked for a trucking company for a while and in the future I don't want any part of installing or removing engines, just doing internal work on them. Thanks for any comments
Does anyone know any good machining companies in Tucson? I need some simple piece of sheet metal cut out in an intricate design that I already have CADed up. I know that most machinists will not quote you a price, but I want a decent place that doesn't mind a low volume order and can do it fast. So, I am looking for inexpensive and reliable.
In machining steel or aluminum, is the tolerance different for a ream and a drill? An engineering geometric drawing for a machined part with a hole in it has no tolerance on the actual hole size, let's use the hole size as 0.500, but the tolerance block on the print states that a 3-place decimal has the tolerance of ±0.010. If the hole is drilled or if the hole is reamed, is the tolerance the same or is the tolerance different for a drilled hole as opposed to a reamed hole and if so, what is the tolerance on the reamed hole?
Does a beam saw leave any machining marks on material? I am considering using a CNC beam saw to cut some MDF. I need to know if this type of machine would leave any saw marks on the cut surfaces of the material. Basically, I need to find a way of cutting a large sheet of MDF (30mm thinkness) into 12mm strips. But finding a way to do this without leaving tool marks of the material. I've considered abrasive waterjet and a CNC router but now someone has suggested that a CNC beam saw might be the answer. But it is very important that the material is cut very clean with no machining marks at all. Would a beam saw be ideal? Re: Answer given by mega H. Because of the way I want to use the material cutting 30mm strips from 12mm thickness mdf would not be possible. Also, I would need the cut surface of the MDF totally free of machining marks so that the grain of the MDF is extremely crisp and clear. I have tried sanding the MDF and that destroys the grain. If a drum sander was used would the finish be as clear and crisp as if the material was cut using say a router or even a abrasive waterjet?
I want to start a small machining business, but need help.? I have the people, but not the capital or work place. Are there government loans/grants? Where do I start to look? My friends/coworkers have seen others branch off and be successful. We are adults with perfect credit, home owners, just looking for a starting point.
Can anyone help me prepare for a precision machining competition? I am going to compete in precision machining this year, and I need to prepare. There is a milling part (milling, flycutting, drill, reaming , tapping ect.) and a lathe part (filing, drilling, tapping, turning, facing, knulring, ect.) The website does not provide actual past projects, so can anyone help me prepare; maybe by emailing me some projects/ drawing/ blue prints
how to optimize time in machining using cnc lathe? this question is about how to optimize machining process in term of time by using cnc lathe.some designs involve multiple process such as drilling,cutting,turning and so on.each steps that will be used will take different time to fabricate.so i want some guidelines here which way is the best to start machining process using cnc lathe..
What is electrochemical machining? What exactly is it? Can you give it in terms where someone is new to the concept of things like anodes and cathodes? Pretty much, the dummy's version of the answer? If possible. -also, can I possibly have an answer from someone who works with it or in the field?
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